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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Creating Service Innovation Culture in Public Sector

      Skills you'll gain: Service Improvement, Innovation, Continuous Improvement Process, Change Management, Organizational Change, Service Design, Customer experience improvement, Design Thinking, Public Administration, Organizational Strategy, Public Policies, Organizational Leadership, Technology Strategies

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Institut Mines-Télécom

      Data intelligence for businesses and managers

      Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Digital Transformation, Data Modeling, Data Management, Data Strategy, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Information Management, Business Intelligence, Data Quality, Business Transformation, Business Analytics, Data Architecture, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Information Privacy, Compliance Management, Big Data, Artificial Intelligence

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Open University

      Sustainable Business Strategy for Future Leaders

      Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Systems Thinking, Creative Thinking, Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Modeling, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Critical Thinking, Innovation, Business Systems Analysis, Sustainability Reporting, Business Valuation, Business Strategies, Value Propositions, Process Mapping, Stakeholder Management, Design Thinking, Business Ethics, Business Architecture, Problem Solving

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • F

      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Leading Transformation

      Skills you'll gain: Culture Transformation, Business Transformation, Process Improvement, Leadership, Business Process, Organizational Change, Leadership Development, Business Communication, Change Management, Storytelling, Communication, Innovation, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Employee Engagement

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      IT & Cloud Audit Masterclass – Fundamentals to Advanced

      Skills you'll gain: Security Controls, Cloud Security, IT Security Architecture, Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology (COBIT), IT Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, NIST 800-53, ISO/IEC 27001, Risk Management Framework, Vulnerability Assessments, Identity and Access Management, Data Security

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect - SC-100 Exam Prep

      Skills you'll gain: Zero Trust Network Access, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Management, DevSecOps, Threat Modeling, Endpoint Security, Identity and Access Management, Application Security, Data Security, IT Security Architecture, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Microsoft Azure, IT Automation, Incident Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Network Security

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      National Taiwan University

      大學之理念 (The Idea of a University)

      Skills you'll gain: Higher Education, Political Sciences, Education and Training, International Relations, Economics, Social Sciences, World History, Personal Development, Research, Policy Analysis, Governance, Cultural Diversity

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Certificado profissional: Google Cloud Digital Leader

      Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Management, Serverless Computing, Cloud Security, Digital Transformation, Google Cloud Platform, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Cloud Computing, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Platforms, Data Warehousing, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Data Governance, Looker (Software), Containerization, Data Transformation, Data Management, Data Security, Data Ethics

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      CompTIA Project+ (PK0-005)

      Skills you'll gain: Budget Management, Project Schedules, Scope Management, Project Scoping, Scheduling, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Cost Estimation, Requirements Management, Change Control, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management Software, Information Technology, Timelines, Stakeholder Communications, Software Development Methodologies, Procurement, Vendor Management, IT Security Architecture

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Yale University

      Thomas Berry的世界观:地球社区的繁荣 (The Worldview of Thomas Berry: The Flourishing of the Earth Community)

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Systems Thinking, Environmental Science, Liberal Arts, Social Studies, Natural Resource Management, Cultural Diversity, Storytelling, World History, Governance

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The State University of New York

      Decentralized Exchange (Dex) Protocols & Platforms

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Market Liquidity, FinTech, Financial Market, Cryptographic Protocols, Financial Systems, Governance, Market Data, Payment Systems, Financial Services, Digital Assets, Investments

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      When to Regulate? The Digital Divide and Net Neutrality

      Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cyber Governance, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Public Policies, Telecommunications, Socioeconomics, Network Infrastructure, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Economics

      Build toward a degree

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Creating Service Innovation Culture in Public Sector: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Data intelligence for businesses and managers: Institut Mines-Télécom
    • Sustainable Business Strategy for Future Leaders: The Open University
    • Leading Transformation: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • IT & Cloud Audit Masterclass – Fundamentals to Advanced: Packt
    • Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect - SC-100 Exam Prep: Packt
    • 大學之理念 (The Idea of a University): National Taiwan University
    • Certificado profissional: Google Cloud Digital Leader: Google Cloud
    • CompTIA Project+ (PK0-005): Packt
    • Thomas Berry的世界观:地球社区的繁荣 (The Worldview of Thomas Berry: The Flourishing of the Earth Community): Yale University

    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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