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    • I

      Imperial College London

      Migration and health

      Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Public Health, Health Systems, Health Care, Health Policy, Immigration Law, Governance, Public Policies, Demography, Policy Analysis, Research

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      IE Business School

      Fundamentals of Diversity

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Disabilities, Diversity Programs, Diversity and Inclusion, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, People Management, Culture, Demography, Sociology, Communication, Empowerment

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      29 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      S

      Sciences Po

      Données et Gouvernance Urbaine

      Skills you'll gain: Data Strategy, Data Governance, Social Sciences, Data Security, Governance, Data Ethics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Market Analysis, Political Sciences, Economics, Information Privacy, Policy Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      31 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • B

      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Infraestructura sostenible en la agenda de desarrollo

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Economic Development, Project Finance, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Socioeconomics, Project Management Life Cycle, Construction, Environment and Resource Management

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      31 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • F

      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Global Supply Chain Management

      Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Planning, Supply Management, Materials Management, Inventory Management System, Strategic Decision-Making, Corporate Sustainability, Supplier Relationship Management, Customer Demand Planning, Strategic Partnership, Business Strategy, Governance, Business Technologies, Forecasting, Risk Mitigation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      R

      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Revolutionary Ideas: Borders, Elections, Constitutions, Prisons

      Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Policies, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      31 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • O

      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Ethics in Public Policy

      Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Social Justice, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Public Policies, Policy Development, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Governance, Social Sciences, International Relations

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
      ·
      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      B

      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Asociaciones Público-Privadas. Identificación y preparación

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Project Finance, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Design, Strategic Partnership, Risk Management, Policy Analysis, Project Risk Management, Project Management, Public Policies, Feasibility Studies, Financial Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Governance, Regulatory Requirements

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • T

      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Fundamentos de la Industria de Hidrocarburos

      Skills you'll gain: Market Dynamics, Energy and Utilities, Chemical Engineering, Economics, Supply And Demand, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Socioeconomics, Production Process, Natural Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Recruitment

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
      ·
      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Copenhagen Business School

      Business Models For Sustainability

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Modeling, Innovation, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Business Strategies, Business Transformation, Strategic Communication, Systems Thinking, Value Propositions, Cross-Functional Collaboration

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      41 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • F

      FAIR Institute

      Cyber Risk Management for Executives

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Cyber Risk, Risk Appetite, Cyber Governance, Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, Cybersecurity, Governance, Threat Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Strategic Decision-Making, Insurance, Risk Modeling, Compliance Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Business Risk Management, Operational Risk, Business Communication, Incident Response

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      T

      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      Religion and Thought in Modern China: the Song, Jin, and Yuan

      Skills you'll gain: Art History, World History, Cultural Diversity, Anthropology, Sociology, Political Sciences, Education and Training, Economics, Governance

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      48 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Migration and health: Imperial College London
    • Fundamentals of Diversity: IE Business School
    • Données et Gouvernance Urbaine: Sciences Po
    • Infraestructura sostenible en la agenda de desarrollo: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Global Supply Chain Management: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Revolutionary Ideas: Borders, Elections, Constitutions, Prisons: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Ethics in Public Policy: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Asociaciones Público-Privadas. Identificación y preparación: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Fundamentos de la Industria de Hidrocarburos: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Business Models For Sustainability: Copenhagen Business School

    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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