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

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      Coursera

      Navigating Generative AI Risks for Leaders

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Generative AI, Business Ethics, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence, Business Risk Management, Risk Management, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      42 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Ethical Issues in Computing Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Emerging Technologies, Health Care, Cybersecurity, Information Privacy, Health Technology, Self Service Technologies, Safety and Security

      Build toward a degree

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Gobierno Corporativo

      Skills you'll gain: Annual Reports, Governance, Corporate Accounting, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Financial Industry Regulatory Authorities, Regulatory Requirements, Compliance Management, Regulatory Compliance, Financial Regulation, Accountability, Business Management, Corporate Strategy, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Business Ethics, Organizational Structure, Corporate Communications, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Financial Accounting, Financial Reporting, Stakeholder Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Infosec

      AI Security

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Ethics, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Program Development, Information Privacy, Legal Strategy, Generative AI, Machine Learning, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Risk Management

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      39 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      New
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      Packt

      Advanced Blockchain Development and Solidity Projects

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Development Environment, Virtual Machines, Software Testing, Software Development Tools, Debugging, Javascript, Cryptographic Protocols, Transaction Processing

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Interactive Brokers

      ESG Investing: Industry Impacts & Transformations

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Financial Market, Market Trend, Market Analysis, Corporate Sustainability, Governance, Investment Management, Transportation Operations, Portfolio Management, Credit Risk, Business Transformation, Supply And Demand, Emerging Technologies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free
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      University of Arizona

      Medicaid Policy & Politics

      Skills you'll gain: Medicare, Care Management, Health Equity, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Policy, Health Administration, Health Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Policy Development, Long Term Care, Governance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      52 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      디지털 거버넌스

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Intellectual Property, Data Governance, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Digital Transformation, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Governance, Court Systems, Political Sciences, Financial Regulation, Emerging Technologies, Market Dynamics, Information Privacy, Digital Communications, E-Commerce, Complex Problem Solving, Legal Research, Artificial Intelligence

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Project Planning

      Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Project Planning, Agile Methodology, Conflict Management, Stakeholder Management, Milestones (Project Management), Quality Assessment, Negotiation, Cost Estimation, Resource Planning, Project Risk Management, Contract Management, Kanban Principles

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      PwC India

      GST - Using input tax credit

      Skills you'll gain: Reconciliation, Tax Compliance, Tax Laws, Compliance Management, Compliance Reporting, Vendor Contracts, Invoicing, Document Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      AI and European Union Law: Navigating Regulatory Compliance

      Skills you'll gain: Legal Risk, Legal Research, Data Ethics, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Business Workflow Analysis, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Regulation and Legal Compliance, Workflow Management, Compliance Management, Automation, Legal Strategy, Electronic Discovery, Operational Efficiency, Productivity Software, Governance, Artificial Intelligence, Data Governance, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Teoria dos Jogos: Da Teoria à Prática

      Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Bidding, Conflict Management, Business Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Market Dynamics, Market Analysis, Negotiation, Economics, Behavioral Economics, Competitive Analysis, Supply And Demand

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Navigating Generative AI Risks for Leaders: Coursera
    • Ethical Issues in Computing Applications: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Gobierno Corporativo: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • AI Security: Infosec
    • Advanced Blockchain Development and Solidity Projects: Packt
    • ESG Investing: Industry Impacts & Transformations: Interactive Brokers
    • Medicaid Policy & Politics: University of Arizona
    • 디지털 거버넌스: Erasmus University Rotterdam
    • Project Planning: University of California, Irvine
    • GST - Using input tax credit: PwC India

    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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