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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      إدارة الفعاليات | Events Management

      Skills you'll gain: Event Management, Event Planning, Event Marketing, Advertising, Safety and Security, Marketing Communications, Advertising Campaigns, Budget Management, Expense Management, Program Evaluation, Human Resources Management and Planning, Return On Investment, Communication Strategies, Goal Setting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      103 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Nanjing University

      Chinese Culture and Contemporary China

      Skills you'll gain: Music, Culture, Classical Music, World Music, Social Studies, Cultural Sensitivity, Ancient History, Media and Communications, Art History, Language Learning, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Electronic Media, Intercultural Competence, Performing Arts, Anthropology, Sociology, Nutrition and Diet

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      519 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      التوازن بين القدرات والتوقعات في بناء الذات

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, Planning, Critical Thinking, Adaptability

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      47 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      نماذج تقييم الأداء | Performance Management Models

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Employee Performance Management, Performance Appraisal, Performance Management, Performance Review, Performance Measurement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Strategic Leadership, Operational Efficiency, Continuous Improvement Process

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      52 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rice University

      Introduction to Mechanics

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Physics, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Calculus, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Physical Science, Mathematical Modeling, Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Geometry, Trigonometry

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      255 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Psychosocial Aspects of Obesity

      Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Psychosocial Assessments, Mental Health, Social Sciences, Psychology, Patient Evaluation, Sociology, Nutrition and Diet

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universitat de Barcelona

      Strategies for winning. Meteorology in a round the world regatta

      Skills you'll gain: Safety Assurance, Mathematical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Global Positioning Systems, Water Resources, Telecommunications, Risk Control

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      140 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Psychology of Weight Loss

      Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Nutrition and Diet, Resilience, Mental and Behavioral Health, Persistence, Mindfulness, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Motivational Interviewing, Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Cognitive flexibility, Dealing With Ambiguity, Self-Discipline

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      أسس القيادة اليومية

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Team Leadership, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Motivational Skills, Decision Making, Organizational Effectiveness, Teamwork, Strategic Decision-Making, Diversity and Inclusion, Adaptability

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      123 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      NASM Personal Fitness Trainer Exam Preparation

      Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Kinesiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Automated External Defibrillator, Rehabilitation, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Physical Therapy, Orthopedics, Self-Motivation, Injury Prevention, Motivational Skills, Anatomy, Goal Setting, Respiration, Stress Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Smart Grocery Shopping Choices for Optimal Nutrition

      Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Health Assessment, Planning, Preventative Care, Decision Making, Overcoming Obstacles

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Metabolic Makeover

      Skills you'll gain: Vital Signs, Kinesiology, Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Systems Of Measurement, Biology

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      119 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • إدارة الفعاليات | Events Management: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Chinese Culture and Contemporary China : Nanjing University
    • التوازن بين القدرات والتوقعات في بناء الذات: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • نماذج تقييم الأداء | Performance Management Models : Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Introduction to Mechanics: Rice University
    • Psychosocial Aspects of Obesity: National Academy of Sports Medicine
    • Strategies for winning. Meteorology in a round the world regatta : Universitat de Barcelona
    • Psychology of Weight Loss: National Academy of Sports Medicine
    • أسس القيادة اليومية: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • NASM Personal Fitness Trainer Exam Preparation: National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Frequently Asked Questions about Sports

    Sports are physical activities where people compete as individuals or as part of a team to win or reach an ultimate goal. They can be casual—such as a pick-up game of basketball in a park—or organized, like a professional National Football League (NFL) game. Sports are played for many reasons, including to improve physical fitness, financial gain, social interaction, stress relief, and entertainment. Archeological evidence suggests that almost every ancient culture enjoyed some sort of sports. Through the years, modern society has made it so that people of all ages, genders, and abilities can participate in sports too. For example, parasports are sports that have been modified so that people with disabilities can play, such as wheelchair tennis.‎

    If you're a parent, teacher, coach, or someone who works with children, online courses on Coursera can help you learn more about how sports affect children. If you're an athlete yourself, a course about the science of exercise can help you understand your body better. If you're looking to further an already established career, a course about becoming a sports agent can help you take it to the next level.‎

    Typical careers in sports go beyond being an athlete, although that's an option too; but from youth sports all the way up to the pros, teams need trainers, coaches, athletic directors, sports marketing professionals, and sports agents. If you're interested in education, you might want to become a physical education teacher. Anyone who is interested in combining sports with healthcare might pursue a career in physical therapy, sports medicine, sports psychology, sports nutrition, sports massage therapy, or exercise physiology. There are several communications careers geared towards sports, such as sports reporters, sportscasters, sportswriters, sports photographers, and sports producers. You may work in television, radio, print, or internet media. Other careers that involve sports are sporting goods retail and manufacturing, fitness instructors, gym managers, summer camp counselors, lifeguards, and recreation center managers.‎

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

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Sports, 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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