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    • U

      University of Maryland, College Park

      A Strategic Approach to Cybersecurity

      Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Strategy, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Security Awareness, Threat Modeling, Information Privacy, Infrastructure Security, Risk Management, Vulnerability Assessments

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Principles of Leadership: Leading Technical Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Accountability, Executive Presence, Decision Making, Conflict Management, Business Ethics, Succession Planning, Technical Management, Risk Management, Organizational Structure, Stakeholder Management, Delegation Skills, Professional Networking, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Strategic Leadership, Business Relationship Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Relationship Building, Culture Transformation, Business Strategy, Organizational Leadership

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      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Tally Education and Distribution Services Private Limited

      Basics of Statutory Compliance and Taxation

      Skills you'll gain: Accounting and Finance Software, Tax Returns, Data Import/Export, Tax Management, Tax Compliance, Bookkeeping, Payroll Tax, Invoicing, Ledgers (Accounting), Tax Laws, Financial Data, Financial Reporting

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      U

      University of Michigan

      Green Skills for a Sustainable and Just Future

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Geographic Information Systems, Organizational Change, Environmental Policy, Sustainability Reporting, Environmental Issue, Environmental Regulations, Geospatial Mapping, Culture Transformation, Spatial Data Analysis, Datamaps, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Strategic Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Corporate Sustainability, Spatial Analysis, Organizational Leadership, Systems Thinking, Health Equity, Environmental Laws

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New
      New
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      S

      SkillUp EdTech

      Enterprise Data Integration, Governance and Architecture

      Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Data Migration, Data Governance, Extract, Transform, Load, Cloud Storage, Data Management, Data Integration, Data Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, Data Storage, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Personally Identifiable Information, Incident Response, Security Controls, Data Infrastructure, Security Strategy, Data Warehousing, Threat Management, Threat Detection

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      C

      Codio

      Cloud Computing Primer for Semi-tech and Business Learners

      Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Service Level Agreement, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Software As A Service, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Platforms, Public Cloud, Application Development, Application Deployment, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Applications, Private Cloud, Service Level, Business Software, DevOps, Collaborative Software, Agile Methodology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      79 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      U

      University of Cape Town

      Capstone Course: Start Up Your Fintech Future

      Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Video Production, Entrepreneurship, FinTech, Business Planning, Financial Regulation, Presentations, Proposal Development, Business Analysis, Value Propositions, New Business Development, Brainstorming, Market Opportunities, Customer Analysis, Market Research

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Comparative Health Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Health Systems, Primary Care, Health Care Administration, Health Care, Health Policy, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Systems Thinking, Public Health, Governance

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      119 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Minnesota

      Interprofessional Healthcare Informatics

      Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Health Technology, Telehealth, Interoperability, Electronic Medical Record, Health Care, Health Information Management, Community Health, Health Systems, Public Health, Data Ethics, Nursing, Information Privacy, Medical Terminology

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      313 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      ISC2

      Cryptography

      Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Key Management, Public Key Infrastructure, Encryption, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Authentications, Email Security, Data Integrity, IT Security Architecture, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Algorithms

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      80 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Fundamentals of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Overcoming Objections, Intercultural Competence, Employee Engagement, Advocacy, Empowerment, Communication

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado System

      Design and Analyze Secure Networked Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Public Key Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Data Security, Cyber Attacks, Information Assurance, Network Security, Risk Management Framework, Security Controls, Key Management, Threat Modeling, Authorization (Computing), Encryption, Data Integrity, Authentications, Vulnerability Assessments

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      228 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • A Strategic Approach to Cybersecurity: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Principles of Leadership: Leading Technical Organizations: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Basics of Statutory Compliance and Taxation: Tally Education and Distribution Services Private Limited
    • Green Skills for a Sustainable and Just Future: University of Michigan
    • Enterprise Data Integration, Governance and Architecture: SkillUp EdTech
    • Cloud Computing Primer for Semi-tech and Business Learners: Codio
    • Capstone Course: Start Up Your Fintech Future: University of Cape Town
    • Comparative Health Systems: University of Pennsylvania
    • Interprofessional Healthcare Informatics : University of Minnesota
    • Cryptography : ISC2

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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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