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    • U

      University of Alberta

      Arctic Peoples and Cultures

      Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Environmental Issue, Social Studies, Culture, Environment, Advocacy, Environmental Policy, Intercultural Competence, Anthropology, Natural Resource Management, Economics, World History

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Animals, Self, and Society

      Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Sociology, Anthropology, Social Justice, Social Work, Media and Communications, Cultural Diversity, Environment and Resource Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      136 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Copenhagen Business School

      Sustainable Vikings: Sustainability & Corporate Social Responsibility in Scandinavia

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Governance, Business Ethics, Business Management, Strategic Partnership, Leadership and Management, Strategic Thinking, Business Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Stakeholder Engagement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      95 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • É

      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Villes africaines I: Introduction à la planification urbaine

      Skills you'll gain: Land Development, Governance, Transportation Operations, Civil Engineering, Community Development, Real Estate, Construction, Environmental Issue, Finance, Property Management, Socioeconomics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      44 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      Technical University of Munich (TUM)

      Street Experiments for Sustainable and Resilient cities

      Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Program Evaluation, Community Development, Systems Thinking, Research, Cultural Diversity, Design Strategies, Social Sciences, Creative Thinking, Collaboration, Data Collection

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      42 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Copenhagen

      After the Arab Spring – Democratic Aspirations and State Failure

      Skills you'll gain: Demography, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, International Relations, Sociology, World History, Governance, Socioeconomics, Higher Education, Policy Analysis, Economic Development, Economics, Education and Training

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      534 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • E

      ESSEC Business School

      Companies and climate change

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Environmental Management Systems, Business Transformation, Business Risk Management, Cost Reduction, Business Strategy, Environmental Policy, Stakeholder Engagement, Finance

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      118 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Utrecht University

      Inequality and Democracy

      Skills you'll gain: Lobbying, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Socioeconomics, Tax Laws, Social Sciences, Economics, Commercial Laws, Policy Analysis, Governance, International Finance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      K

      Kennesaw State University

      Cybersecurity Foundations for Risk Management

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Vulnerability Management, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Threat Management, Security Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Management, Security Awareness, Information Systems Security, Cyber Operations, Incident Response, Network Security, Asset Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      121 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • K

      Knowledge Accelerators

      The ABC's of GDPR: Protecting Privacy in an Online World

      Skills you'll gain: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Management, Data Security, Governance, Data Governance, Regulatory Requirements, Legal Risk, Data Collection

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      E

      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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      214 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      T

      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Leading a Family Business

      Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Innovation, Business Modeling, Value Propositions, Governance, Entrepreneurship, Lean Methodologies, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Business Leadership, Corporate Strategy, New Product Development, Ideation, Strategic Leadership, Business Strategy, Sales Presentations, Leadership Development, New Business Development, Talent Management, Business Planning

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      48 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Arctic Peoples and Cultures : University of Alberta
    • Animals, Self, and Society: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Sustainable Vikings: Sustainability & Corporate Social Responsibility in Scandinavia : Copenhagen Business School
    • Villes africaines I: Introduction à la planification urbaine: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Street Experiments for Sustainable and Resilient cities: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
    • After the Arab Spring – Democratic Aspirations and State Failure: University of Copenhagen
    • Companies and climate change: ESSEC Business School
    • Inequality and Democracy: Utrecht University
    • Cybersecurity Foundations for Risk Management: Kennesaw State University
    • The ABC's of GDPR: Protecting Privacy in an Online World : Knowledge Accelerators

    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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