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    • U

      University of Virginia

      Grow to Greatness: Smart Growth for Private Businesses, Part II

      Skills you'll gain: Employee Engagement, Management Training And Development, Team Management, Business Planning, Organizational Strategy, People Management, Human Resource Strategy, Growth Strategies, Leadership Development, Entrepreneurship, Business Development, Organizational Development, Human Resources Management and Planning, Business Strategy, Business Leadership, Leadership, Business Systems

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      243 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Introduction to Data Protection and Privacy

      Skills you'll gain: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Personally Identifiable Information, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Information Privacy, Data Governance, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Data Management, Data Storage, Cyber Risk, Data Processing, Data Access, Encryption

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Wesleyan University

      Writing Stories About Ourselves

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Content Creation, Writing, Editing

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      97 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Sustainable Neighborhoods

      Skills you'll gain: Land Development, Landscape Architecture, Architectural Design, Environment, Community Development, Public Works, Building Design, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Issue, Geographic Information Systems, Economic Development, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Diversity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      77 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      D

      Duke University

      Blockchain Business Models

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, FinTech, Emerging Technologies, Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Financial Regulation, Regulatory Compliance, Technology Strategies, Payment Systems, Data Integrity, Digital Assets, Financial Services, Feasibility Studies, Business Valuation, Distributed Computing, Due Diligence, Scalability

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      377 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      G

      Google Cloud

      Google Cloud IAM and Networking for Azure Professionals

      Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Google Cloud Platform, Microsoft Azure, Azure Active Directory, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Management, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), User Accounts, Virtual Machines, Network Security, Firewall, Network Routing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      245 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Python Programming Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Debugging, Algorithms, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Software Testing, Programming Principles, Development Environment, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Microsoft Development Tools, Software Development, Data Analysis, Computer Programming

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Google Cloud

      Google Cloud Infrastructure for Azure Professionals

      Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Kubernetes, Google Cloud Platform, Virtual Machines, Cloud Applications, Microsoft Azure, Load Balancing, Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Azure Active Directory, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Cloud Storage, Public Cloud, Multi-Cloud, Cloud Infrastructure, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Cloud Management, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Data Lakes, Containerization

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      247 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Sustainable Transportation Networks and Streetscapes

      Skills you'll gain: Public Works, Landscape Architecture, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Land Development, Water Resources, Community Development, Environmental Science

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      72 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      U

      University of Michigan

      Social Determinants of Health

      Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Social Justice, Public Health, Cultural Diversity, Health Policy, Health Systems, Socioeconomics, Culture, Sociology, Public Policies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      42 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Network Systems Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Network Security, TCP/IP, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, General Networking, Network Routers, Routing Protocols, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Web Applications, System Programming

      Build toward a degree

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      60 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      Tel Aviv University

      Economic Growth and Distributive Justice Part I - The Role of the State

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Tax, Economics, Public Policies, Income Tax, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Policy Analysis, Technology Strategies, Environmental Policy, Innovation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      381 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular private equity courses

    • Grow to Greatness: Smart Growth for Private Businesses, Part II: University of Virginia
    • Introduction to Data Protection and Privacy: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Writing Stories About Ourselves: Wesleyan University
    • Sustainable Neighborhoods: Johns Hopkins University
    • Blockchain Business Models: Duke University
    • Google Cloud IAM and Networking for Azure Professionals: Google Cloud
    • Python Programming Fundamentals: Duke University
    • Google Cloud Infrastructure for Azure Professionals: Google Cloud
    • Sustainable Transportation Networks and Streetscapes: Johns Hopkins University
    • Social Determinants of Health : University of Michigan

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Private Equity

    Private equity is important to learn about if you want to pursue an investment career, if you work in a corporate treasury role, or if you are interested in its role in our economy. Private equity is an investment in a private company made by an investment company, often with a high amount of debt. The idea is to improve the performance of the business and then sell it to the public or to another company. It can be a way to help struggling companies improve their performance, help a family business reorganize after the death of a founder, or allow a company's owners to sell some of their stake in the company.‎

    Career opportunities that may arise from learning private equity are mostly in the financial services industry. Occupations using private equity include accounting, investment management, financial analysis, and corporate finance. Business owners may want to know if private equity is the right alternative for their company. Some people working in public policy may also be interested in learning about private equity, venture capital, and other forms of corporate funding because of the effects they can have on the economy. Entrepreneurs and others interested in entrepreneurial finance may want to learn about private equity as an option for startup funding or for later rounds of financing.‎

    Online courses on Coursera can help you learn about private equity in different ways based on your experience and your reason for learning about it. For example, you might want to know how to account for private equity and value a business that is backed with it. Or you could want to learn how it compares to other forms of startup funding and corporate finance. You may be involved in seeking private equity for your business and want to learn more about how to negotiate with investors. Courses include video lectures, readings, class discussions, and exercises to challenge your knowledge. Some lead to Professional Certificates or Specializations, too.‎

    Online Private Equity courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Private Equity skills. Choose from a wide range of Private Equity courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Private Equity, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    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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