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    Learn contract law principles for drafting and enforcing contracts. Understand contract formation, performance, and breach.

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      IE Business School

      Globalization, Economic Growth and Stability

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Policy, International Finance, Public Policies, Economics, Economic Development, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Market Opportunities, Business Economics, International Relations, Tax, Global Marketing, Policy Analysis, Socioeconomics, Demography, Business Risk Management, Crisis Management, Fiscal Management, Supply And Demand, Analysis, Financial Systems

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Keller Williams

      Keller Williams Real Estate Agent

      Skills you'll gain: Lead Generation, Administrative Support, Real Estate, Office Management, Real Estate Sales, Value Propositions, Property and Real Estate, Sales Process, Customer Relationship Building, Real Estate Transactions, Customer Acquisition Management, Sales Management, Organizational Skills, Sales Prospecting, Sales Presentation, Showrooms, Prospecting and Qualification, Closing (Sales), Branding, Prioritization

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      155 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Managing Employee Compensation

      Skills you'll gain: Compensation Management, Compensation Strategy, Compensation and Benefits, Compensation Analysis, Payroll, Benefits Administration, Labor Compliance, Employee Retention, Employee Performance Management, Employee Engagement, Labor Law

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.9K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Estrategias de Negociación

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Overcoming Objections, Contract Negotiation, Communication, Cooperation, Active Listening, Sales Presentation, Conflict Management, Strategic Partnership, Interpersonal Communications, Overcoming Obstacles, Verbal Communication Skills, Needs Assessment, Personal Development, Business Strategy, Collaboration, Leadership, Communication Strategies, Professional Development, Value Propositions

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Global Public Procurement

      Skills you'll gain: Bidding, Procurement, Business Development, Registration, Vendor Management, Request for Proposal, Global Marketing, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Contract Management, Regulatory Requirements, Market Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      82 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Firm Level Economics: Consumer and Producer Behavior

      Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Economics, Business Economics, Market Dynamics, Tax, Resource Allocation, Consumer Behaviour, Price Negotiation, Cost Management, Production Management

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Anticorrupción: Introducción a conceptos y perspectiva práctica

      Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Business Ethics, Public Administration, Accountability, Policy Analysis, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Analysis, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Governance, Social Justice, Legal Proceedings, Political Sciences, Complex Problem Solving, Performance Measurement

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Legal Aspects of Entrepreneurship

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Commercial Laws, Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurial Finance, Vendor Contracts, Legal Risk, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Contract Negotiation, Contract Management, Contract Review, Business, Legal Strategy, Labor Law, Business Management, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Innovation, Regulation and Legal Compliance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      250 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Western Australia

      Agriculture, Economics and Nature

      Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Economics, Water Resources, Business Economics, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Policy, Supply And Demand, Cost Benefit Analysis, Policy Analysis, Market Dynamics, Production Process

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      527 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Geneva

      Water Resources Management and Policy

      Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Laws, Environmental Policy, Conflict Management, Energy and Utilities, Governance, International Relations, Community Development, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Public Policies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Sciences Po

      International migrations: a global issue

      Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Immigration Law, World History, European History, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Demography, Environmental Issue, Sociology, Political Sciences, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Governance, Public Policies, Economics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      547 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Reducing Gun Violence in America: Evidence for Change

      Skills you'll gain: Injury Prevention, Public Safety and National Security, Social Justice, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Public Health, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Health Policy, Safety and Security, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Community Health, Risk Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      305 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular contract law courses

    • Globalization, Economic Growth and Stability: IE Business School
    • Keller Williams Real Estate Agent: Keller Williams
    • Managing Employee Compensation: University of Minnesota
    • Estrategias de Negociación: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Global Public Procurement: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
    • Firm Level Economics: Consumer and Producer Behavior: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Anticorrupción: Introducción a conceptos y perspectiva práctica: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Legal Aspects of Entrepreneurship: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Agriculture, Economics and Nature: University of Western Australia
    • Water Resources Management and Policy: University of Geneva

    Frequently Asked Questions about Contract Law

    Contract law is the area of the law in all civil jurisdictions that oversees all parts of creating, ending or breaking contracts between two or more parties. The term ""party"" can refer to a person, a company, an organization, or association.

    When two or more parties make a legal agreement, it states a particular set of obligations for one or both parties to do or not do. These contracts, usually for a legally binding offer, are overseen by contract law. Judges are well-versed in contract law for legal guidance in cases involving all legal personal, business, and organizational contract agreements.

    How contract law is interpreted in a jurisdiction depends on the present laws in any city or state where a particular contract was offered, accepted, or breached.‎

    When you take up the study of contract law, it's important to learn about the legal guidelines that dictate common contracts. Among the typical themes found in such learning environments would include what a contract represents, any issues involving contracts, what is the legal significance of contracts, and some of the common pitfalls found in dubious contracts.

    Additional learning about contract law can expose you to ways that legal relations are put into play, how legality and morality coexist, and legal distinctions between items such as gifts and bargains.‎

    If you are in business, knowing the facts about contract law can be beneficial to you in your career. As you rise up in the corporate organizational chart, your responsibilities will grow, and you may be tasked with overseeing negotiations in particular areas with other parties.

    Knowing how to handle negotiations with a background in contract law will be a valuable skill for anyone working in a nonprofit, corporation, or small-to-medium-sized business.‎

    There’s much to learn about contract law, and when you take online courses, you will start to get a deeper appreciation of legal concepts around contracts. You will learn how contracts are formed, how they can be broken, and what legal pitfalls to watch for in contract law.

    Apart from the legal knowledge you'll gain, you will also learn how building better relationships with business partners may lead to better contracts. These are the types of examples of contract law that you will find in a supportive online learning environment with top-quality legal experts to help you in your learning.‎

    Yes, Coursera offers a variety of free courses across many topics, including contract law. While you can access most course materials for free by auditing the courses, this does not include graded assignments or a completion certificate. For those looking to obtain a certificate to showcase their learning or enhance their professional profile, Coursera provides the option to purchase the course. Additionally, Coursera offers free trials or financial aid to learners who qualify, making certifications more accessible to everyone.‎

    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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