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    Master portfolio management for investment strategies. Learn about asset allocation, risk management, and portfolio optimization.

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      Packt

      Security Architecture & Operations

      Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Management, Identity and Access Management, IT Security Architecture, Incident Response, Security Controls, Endpoint Security, Cloud Security, Network Security, Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, Network Architecture, Data Security, Infrastructure Security, Mobile Security, Threat Detection, Firewall, Encryption, Virtual Private Networks (VPN)

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Supply Chain Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Demand Planning, Competitive Intelligence, Strategic Sourcing, Competitive Analysis, Procurement, Market Intelligence, Purchasing, Supplier Management, Supply Chain, Inventory Management, Supply Management, Vendor Management, Management Consulting, Data Collection, Inventory Control, Business Consulting, Supply Chain Management, Inventory Control Systems, Forecasting, Supplier Performance Management

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Starweaver

      Business Process Modeling with AI

      Skills you'll gain: Business Process Modeling, Business Process, Digital Transformation, Business Process Management, Business Process Improvement, Process Design, Business Process Automation, Process Analysis, Business Transformation, Workflow Management, Process Optimization, Quality Improvement, Lean Methodologies, Six Sigma Methodology, Automation, Artificial Intelligence

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Data Storytelling

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Dashboard, Tableau Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Looker (Software), Power BI, Business, Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      PowerShell Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Windows PowerShell, Scripting, IT Automation, Command-Line Interface, System Configuration, File Management, Software Installation, Development Environment, Configuration Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SAP

      SAP Business Analyst

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Business Process Modeling, Risk Analysis, Performance Measurement, Stakeholder Management, Process Analysis, Business Analysis, Risk Management, Requirements Elicitation, Requirements Management, Process Mapping, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Systems Analysis, Business Risk Management, Gap Analysis, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Stakeholder Communications, Business Requirements, User Requirements Documents, Requirements Analysis

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      Entity Framework Core - A Full Tour

      Skills you'll gain: Stored Procedure, Object-Relational Mapping, Microsoft SQL Servers, SQL, Database Management, Database Design, Performance Tuning, Relational Databases, Data Modeling, Query Languages, .NET Framework, ASP.NET, Development Environment, Data Access, C# (Programming Language), Data Migration, Microsoft Visual Studio

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Medical Coders: Simplifying Documentation

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Regulatory Compliance, Medical Records, Medical Billing and Coding, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Technical Documentation, Automation, Natural Language Processing

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Hands-on BGP

      Skills you'll gain: Border Gateway Protocol, Routing Protocols, Multiprotocol Label Switching, Network Routing, Network Routers, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Troubleshooting, System Configuration, Configuration Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Field Sales Agents: Local Market Insights

      Skills you'll gain: Sales Territory Management, Generative AI Agents, Sales Strategy, Customer Engagement, Sales Process, Lead Generation, Sales, Customer experience improvement, Real Time Data, Customer Insights, Market Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Performance Analysis

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Impact of Exercise on Weight Loss

      Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Mental Health, Stress Management, Physical Therapy, Respiratory Care, Nutrition and Diet

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Azure CloudOps: Automating Infrastructure & Cost Control

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Azure DevOps, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Computing, CI/CD, Microsoft Azure, Continuous Deployment, DevOps, Cloud Infrastructure, Continuous Integration, Virtual Machines, Automation, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Git (Version Control System)

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular portfolio management courses

    • Security Architecture & Operations: Packt
    • Supply Chain Analytics: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Business Process Modeling with AI: Starweaver
    • Data Storytelling: DeepLearning.AI
    • PowerShell Skills: Packt
    • SAP Business Analyst: SAP
    • Entity Framework Core - A Full Tour: Packt
    • GenAI for Medical Coders: Simplifying Documentation: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Hands-on BGP: Packt
    • GenAI for Field Sales Agents: Local Market Insights: Coursera Instructor Network

    Frequently Asked Questions about Portfolio Management

    Portfolio management is the process of assembling and overseeing a selection of investments in stocks, bonds, and other securities that meet a particular investor’s desired balance of risk and expected return. Efficient portfolio construction and management are critically important for building wealth over the long term, enabling investors to earn more over time than just putting money in an interest-bearing savings account while avoiding the risk of attempting to pick individual stocks and “beat the market.”

    Most strategies for portfolio optimization are based in modern portfolio theory, which is founded on the insight that evaluations of risk and return should be made about an entire collection of assets, not just individual assets. Thus, portfolio optimization is pursued by combining assets with different risk profiles that balance each other out in aggregate and minimize the overall portfolio risk for a given expected return. Statistical analyses of variance in price movements and correlations between assets are relied upon to build this efficient diversified portfolio.

    Other portfolio theories have emerged to remedy perceived flaws in modern portfolio theory, giving portfolio managers additional tools. For example, post-modern portfolio theory seeks to more aggressively minimize downside risks, claiming that modern portfolio theory fails to adequately distinguish between regular small losses and rarer but more dangerous catastrophic declines in the market. Behavioral finance has also critiqued conventional portfolio management strategies for failing to account for the role of cognitive biases of investors and the market at large.‎

    Portfolio management is an art as well as a science, and professionals in this field must be skilled at analyzing a basket of different securities as well as working with investors to determine their desired combination of risk and return. Because of the enormous value that can be generated by an efficient diversified portfolio over time, this expertise is always in high demand - and is highly compensated. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, financial managers earned a median annual salary of $129,890 in 2019, and these jobs are expected to grow much faster than average.‎

    Absolutely. Coursera offers an incredibly wide range of opportunities to learn about business and finance, including individual courses as well as Specializations spanning multiple courses. Coursera also gives you the chance to learn about portfolio management from top-ranked universities from around the world, including Yale University, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Rice University, University of Geneva, and the Indian School of Business. And, since you can learn on Coursera for a significantly lower tuition than on-campus students, your valuable education in portfolio management is sure to be a smart investment.‎

    Math is one of the skills you may benefit from having before you start learning portfolio management. Accounting and computer science skills can also be helpful. Strong reading skills can help you when processing large amounts of details. Analytical ability is typically important when learning how to navigate the stock market, and the ability to work alone can help you when mastering these financial concepts. Some other skills that may help you in portfolio management include people skills that can help when dealing with clients and organizational skills that can make it easy to keep track of precise financial details.‎

    People who have strong interpersonal skills and communications skills are typically best suited for portfolio management roles. This is because explaining complex details to clients is often a key role of the job. People who enjoy analytical thinking and who enjoy poring over details may also be suited to portfolio management. This is because portfolio managers may spend large amounts of time each day analyzing stock market trends and looking for patterns to predict which stocks are likely to go up or down. Being deeply curious and driven to succeed are also qualities that can help a portfolio manager perform well.‎

    Common career paths for people in portfolio management include personal financial advisors who work directly with individual investors and financial analysts who help both individuals and businesses make financial decisions, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Budget analysts who may help clients with budget planning and financial managers who may help clients with long-term financial goal setting as well as budget planning are two other potential career paths for a portfolio management professional. Portfolio management professionals may also find a niche in teaching, where they typically help others learn the fine points of investing and managing a portfolio.‎

    Some topics you can study that are related to portfolio management include investment management and how to use some of the software programs portfolio managers typically use, such as Python and spreadsheets. Business writing, interpersonal communications, and how to give presentations are other courses you could study that can be useful when working as a portfolio manager. These are typically helpful because of the need to communicate with clients about investments.‎

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

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Portfolio Management, 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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