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      University of Pennsylvania

      The Cost of Care: Why is U.S. Healthcare so Expensive?

      Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Health Systems, Medicare, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Administration, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Care, Systems Thinking, Long Term Care, Governance

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      People, Policy & Wetlands: Social Dimensions of Conservation

      Skills you'll gain: Community Outreach, Water Resources, Cultural Diversity, Land Management, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Cultural Sensitivity, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Laws, Environmental Engineering, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Issue, Environmental Policy, Environment, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, Environmental Monitoring, Governance

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnQuest

      Security Administration with CDO

      Skills you'll gain: Event Monitoring, General Networking, Network Architecture, Systems Integration, Incident Response, TCP/IP, OSI Models, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Information Technology, Computer Networking, Cyber Security Policies, Firewall, Enterprise Application Management, Data Governance, Security Strategy, Cloud Management, Network Troubleshooting

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Northeastern University

      Ethics and AI: A Philosophical Guide to Responsible Use

      Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Research, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research Methodologies, Governance

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • B

      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      PM4R Agile: 5 steps for hybrid management of projects

      Skills you'll gain: Prioritization, Project Implementation, Agile Project Management, Project Management, Project Planning, Kanban Principles, Team Oriented, Stakeholder Engagement

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Machine Learning in the Enterprise - Français

      Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Data Management, Google Cloud Platform, Data Governance, Workflow Management, Data Pipelines, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Performance Tuning, Continuous Monitoring

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Value Creation with Dark Data

      Skills you'll gain: Data Transformation, Data Literacy, Engineering Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Integration, Capacity Management, Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Data Strategy, Data Management, Business Intelligence, Data Governance, Management Reporting, Performance Metric

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Responsible AI for Digital Leaders with Google Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Governance, Compliance Management, Business Ethics, Generative AI, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Accountability, Decision Making, Risk Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Resilience & Leadership: Design, Development, & Integration

      Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Change Management, Business Continuity, Organizational Change, Engineering Management, Systems Thinking, Organizational Leadership, Risk Management, Leadership, Governance, Complex Problem Solving, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Vulnerability, Environmental Issue, Stakeholder Engagement

      Build toward a degree

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Lean Product Portfolio Management

      Skills you'll gain: Product Lifecycle Management, Enterprise Architecture, Product Management, Innovation, New Product Development, Product Strategy, User Research, Scalability, Design Thinking, Lean Methodologies, Governance, Product Development, User Centered Design, Business Modeling, Product Flow Diagram, Customer experience strategy (CX), Product Roadmaps, Growth Strategies, Organizational Strategy, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Persone, tecnologia e futuro della mobilità

      Skills you'll gain: Automation, Interactive Learning, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Electric Power Systems, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Transportation Operations, Policy Analysis, Emerging Technologies, Health Equity, Environmental Issue, Socioeconomics, Social Justice, Public Policies, Safety and Security

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      INSEAD

      블록체인 트랜잭션

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Digital Assets, FinTech, Payment Systems, Financial Services, Transaction Processing, Financial Systems, Identity and Access Management, Cryptography, Distributed Computing, Governance

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular governance courses

    • The Cost of Care: Why is U.S. Healthcare so Expensive?: University of Pennsylvania
    • People, Policy & Wetlands: Social Dimensions of Conservation: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Security Administration with CDO: LearnQuest
    • Ethics and AI: A Philosophical Guide to Responsible Use: Northeastern University
    • PM4R Agile: 5 steps for hybrid management of projects: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Machine Learning in the Enterprise - Français: Google Cloud
    • Value Creation with Dark Data: Arizona State University
    • Responsible AI for Digital Leaders with Google Cloud: Google Cloud
    • Resilience & Leadership: Design, Development, & Integration: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Lean Product Portfolio Management: University of Maryland, College Park

    Frequently Asked Questions about Governance

    Governance courses on Coursera explore the structures, processes, and policies involved in effectively managing various types of organizations and governmental bodies:

    • Understanding of governance frameworks and theories that guide organizational and public policy.
    • Skills in policy analysis and decision-making to enhance governance effectiveness.
    • Knowledge of regulatory environments and how they impact various sectors.
    • Techniques for stakeholder engagement and public administration.
    • Insights into ethical leadership and accountability in governance.
    • Strategies for risk management and compliance in a governance context.
    • Application of international governance standards and practices. ‎

    Governance courses on Coursera are designed to support learners at different stages of their professional journey:

    • Introductory courses are ideal for newcomers to governance, providing foundational knowledge and basic applications.
    • Intermediate courses are suitable for those with some experience in public administration, law, or business, looking to deepen their understanding of governance issues.
    • Advanced courses cater to experienced professionals seeking to refine their expertise in specific areas of governance, such as corporate governance, public sector reform, or international relations.‎

    Coursera offers a variety of educational pathways in governance:

    • Professional certificates that can help you demonstrate your governance capabilities and enhance your career prospects.
    • Specialized course certificates that focus on particular aspects of governance, such as environmental governance or digital governance.
    • Degree programs and professional qualifications that help prepare you for leadership roles in governance, policy-making, or public administration.‎

    Studying governance on Coursera can help prepare you for a range of roles in public, private, and nonprofit sectors:

    • Policy Advisor: Develop and evaluate policies to guide organizational or governmental strategy.
    • Governance Officer: Ensure that organizations adhere to legal standards and ethical practices.
    • Public Administrator: Manage public sector organizations, implementing policies and programs.
    • Corporate Governance Analyst: Oversee compliance and corporate governance frameworks within companies.
    • NGO Director: Lead nonprofit organizations, managing operations and strategic initiatives.‎
    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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