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      Nanjing University

      Jewish Diaspora in Modern China

      Skills you'll gain: World History, Ancient History, Immigration Law, Demography, Socioeconomics, International Relations, Cultural Diversity

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      105 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Whizlabs

      Exam Prep (DEA-C01): AWS Certified Data Engineer - Associate

      Skills you'll gain: AWS SageMaker, AWS CloudFormation, Amazon S3, Serverless Computing, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon CloudWatch, Cloud Security, Data Security, Amazon Redshift, AWS Kinesis, Data Integration, Cloud Storage, Amazon Web Services, Data Lakes, Data Storage, Databases, Apache Airflow, Cloud Computing Architecture, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Engineering

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Anti-Racism II

      Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, Diversity Awareness, Social Justice, Interviewing Skills, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Interpersonal Communications, Sociology, Multimedia

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      ESSEC Business School

      L'investissement à impact : les fondamentaux

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Investments, Project Finance, Governance, Entrepreneurship, Return On Investment, Private Equity, Financial Services, Loans, Due Diligence, Stakeholder Engagement

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      215 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universidad de los Andes

      Los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible para las empresas

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Strategic Communication, Business Strategies, Business Analysis, Business Priorities, Corporate Communications, Action Oriented, Communication Strategies, Strategic Prioritization

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      212 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado System

      Homeland Security and Cybersecurity Future

      Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Operations, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Governance, Incident Response, Risk Management Framework, Technology Solutions, Legal Risk

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      159 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Unión Europea: Historia, Instituciones y Políticas

      Skills you'll gain: European History, Public Policies, International Relations, Policy Analysis, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Political Sciences, Environmental Policy, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economics, Security Strategy, Governance

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      128 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • S

      Starweaver

      Introduction to Automotive Cybersecurity & Vehicle Networks

      Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Cyber Governance, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Policies, Cryptography, Network Security, Cyber Risk, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Strategy, Threat Detection, Vulnerability Assessments, Incident Response

      3.5
      Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Corporate Finance Institute

      Introduction to Risk Management

      Skills you'll gain: Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Financial Services, Risk Management, Credit Risk, Operational Risk, Banking, Financial Regulation, Risk Analysis, Business Risk Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Risk Mitigation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Introducción al estudio de los bienes comunes

      Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Natural Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Social Sciences, Land Management, Water Resources, Governance, Sociology, Systems Thinking, Economics, Policy Analysis

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      128 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Interactive Brokers

      ESG Investing: Financial Decisions in Flux

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Investment Management, Financial Market, Investments, Financial Data, Market Trend, Market Analysis, Business Ethics, Regulatory Compliance, Environmental Issue, Capital Markets, Risk Analysis, Governance, Financial Services, Fixed Asset, Financial Analysis, Data Collection, Equities, Due Diligence

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      121 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      S

      Sciences Po

      Cities are back in town : sociología urbana para un mundo globalizado

      Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Governance, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Public Policies, Economic Development, Political Sciences, World History, Demography, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, International Relations, Systems Thinking, Economics, Qualitative Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      77 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Jewish Diaspora in Modern China: Nanjing University
    • Exam Prep (DEA-C01): AWS Certified Data Engineer - Associate: Whizlabs
    • Anti-Racism II: University of Colorado Boulder
    • L'investissement à impact : les fondamentaux: ESSEC Business School
    • Los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible para las empresas: Universidad de los Andes
    • Homeland Security and Cybersecurity Future: University of Colorado System
    • Unión Europea: Historia, Instituciones y Políticas: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Introduction to Automotive Cybersecurity & Vehicle Networks: Starweaver
    • Introduction to Risk Management: Corporate Finance Institute
    • Introducción al estudio de los bienes comunes: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    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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