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Description of Business Essentials Courses
- Business Essentials is a course category that covers the fundamental concepts and practices of business management. It is designed to provide an overview of various business functions and equip students with the knowledge and skills required to succeed in various business roles.
Common Things Learned
- In Business Essentials courses, students learn about the key principles involved in running a successful business. They cover topics such as finance, marketing, management, operations, and strategy. Students also learn how to analyze business data, make informed decisions, and communicate effectively. Additionally, they learn how to identify and evaluate business opportunities and develop strategies for growth and sustainability.
Typical Student
- Business Essentials courses are typically taken by students who are interested in pursuing careers in business. They may be undergraduate or graduate students, or professionals who want to gain a better understanding of the business world. Students should have a basic understanding of math and economics, as well as strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
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Design and Make Infographics (Project-Centered Course)
by Karl Gude- 4.7
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Approx. 9 hours to complete
In this project-centered course*, you will create a content-rich infographic on a topic of your choice using Adobe Illustrator (which you can download for a free, 30-day trial). Your finished infographic will engage your target audience and convey information clearly through effective use of design elements such as typography, color, and structure....
Successful Negotiation: Essential Strategies and Skills
by George Siedel- 4.8
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Approx. 17 hours to complete
We all negotiate on a daily basis. On a personal level, we negotiate with friends, family, landlords, car sellers and employers, among others. Negotiation is also the key to business success. No business can survive without profitable contracts. Within a company, negotiation skills can lead to your career advancement. (1) Prepare: Plan Your Negotiation Strategy...
Fundamentals of Project Planning and Management
by Yael Grushka-Cockayne (@grushkay)- 4.7
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Approx. 8 hours to complete
Projects are all around us. Virtually every organization runs projects, either formally or informally. We are engaged in projects at home and at work. Across settings, planning principles and execution methodologies can offer ways in which projects can be run more effectively and efficiently. This is an introductory course on the key concepts of planning and executing projects....
Introduction to Negotiation: A Strategic Playbook for Becoming a Principled and Persuasive Negotiator
by Barry NalebuffTop Instructor- 4.9
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Approx. 31 hours to complete
This course will help you be a better negotiator. Unlike many negotiation courses, we develop a framework for analyzing and shaping negotiations. This framework will allow you to make principled arguments that persuade others. It will allow you to see beneath the surface of apparent conflicts to uncover the underlying interests....
Excel Skills for Business: Essentials
by Nicky Bull , Dr Prashan S. M. Karunaratne , A/Professor Yvonne Breyer- 4.9
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Approx. 26 hours to complete
In this first course of the specialization Excel Skills for Business, you will learn the essentials of Microsoft Excel. Within six weeks, you will be able to expertly navigate the Excel user interface, perform basic calculations with formulas and functions, professionally format spreadsheets, and create visualizations of data through charts and graphs....
Introduction to Financial Accounting
by Brian J Bushee- 4.7
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Approx. 13 hours to complete
Master the technical skills needed to analyze financial statements and disclosures for use in financial analysis, and learn how accounting standards and managerial incentives affect the financial reporting process. By the end of this course, you’ll be able to read the three most common financial statements: the income statement, balance sheet, and statement of cash flows....
Driving business towards the Sustainable Development Goals
by Gabriele Jacobs , Eva Rood , Steve Kennedy , Rob van Tulder , Dirk Schoenmaker , Mallory Flowers , Frank Wijen , Heleen Tiemersma , Marta Szymanowska , Erik van Raaij , Yashar Ghiassi-Farrokhfal , Tobias Brandt , Michaéla Schippers , Steef van de Velde , René de Koster , Ying Zhang , Ferdinand Jaspers , Anne-Kathrin Klesse , Marieke de Wal , Amanda Williams , Cees van Dam , Dianne Bevelander- 4.8
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Approx. 15 hours to complete
Extreme weather events, wars, famine and environmental destruction are just a few of the wicked problems faced by humanity. That’s why in 2015 the United Nations adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Every member state committed to achieving these goals by 2030. What can businesses do to counter climate change and create a sustainable business culture?...
Fundamentals of Quantitative Modeling
by Richard Waterman- 4.6
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Approx. 8 hours to complete
How can you put data to work for you? Specifically, how can numbers in a spreadsheet tell us about present and past business activities, and how can we use them to forecast the future? The answer is in building quantitative models, and this course is designed to help you understand the fundamentals of this critical, foundational, business skill....
Excel Skills for Business: Intermediate I
by Nicky Bull , Dr Prashan S. M. Karunaratne , A/Professor Yvonne Breyer- 4.9
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Approx. 30 hours to complete
Spreadsheet software remains one of the most ubiquitous pieces of software used in workplaces across the world. Learning to confidently operate this software means adding a highly valuable asset to your employability portfolio. In the United States alone, millions of job advertisements requiring Excel skills are posted every day. Intermediate Skills I will expand your Excel knowledge to new horizons....
FinTech: Foundations, Payments, and Regulations
by Christopher Geczy , Natasha Sarin- 4.7
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Approx. 4 hours to complete
In this course, you’ll learn the key components of modern-day investment strategies which utilize fintech. Professors Natasha Sarin and Chris Geczy of the Wharton School have designed this course to help you understand the complex structure of payment methods and financial regulations, so you can determine how fintech plays a role in the future of investing....
Time
- To get the fundamentals of Business Essentials, it typically takes around 3-6 months of study. However, becoming well adept in this topic may take several years of experience working in the business world. It is important to continually learn and stay up-to-date with the latest trends and practices in the industry.
Courses
Business Essentials courses provide a foundation for more advanced business courses. They cover the fundamental concepts and practices that are necessary for success in the business world.
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Fields
Business Essentials is used in various fields, including finance, marketing, human resources, and operations management. In finance, it is used to analyze financial data and make informed investment decisions. In marketing, it is used to develop and implement effective marketing strategies. In human resources, it is used to manage employee performance and develop talent. In operations management, it is used to optimize processes and improve efficiency.
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Careers
Business Essentials is needed in many different careers, including business management, marketing, finance, and consulting. It is essential for professionals who want to succeed in these fields to have a strong understanding of business principles and practices.
- Examples of Common Careers
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- Business Analyst
- Marketing Manager
- Financial Advisor
- Management Consultant
