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Business Foundation Courses

Business foundation courses can help you learn financial accounting, marketing principles, operations management, and strategic planning. You can build skills in analyzing market trends, managing budgets, and developing effective business strategies. Many courses introduce tools like Excel for financial analysis, CRM software for customer management, and project management applications to streamline workflows, all of which enhance your ability to implement learned concepts in real-world situations.

Popular Business Foundation Courses and Certifications


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    University of Michigan

    Navigating Disruption: Generative AI in the Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, AI Security, Generative AI, LLM Application, Policy Development, AI Enablement, Data Ethics, AI literacy, Human Resource Policies, Regulatory Compliance, Labor Relations, Automation, Data Security, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Workforce Management, AI Integrations, Artificial Intelligence, Decision Intelligence

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Whizlabs

    Cloud Foundations & AWS Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Services, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Infrastructure, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Engineering, Cloud Platforms, Public Cloud, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Computing, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Software As A Service, Cloud Management, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Hybrid Cloud Computing, Multi-Cloud, Scalability, System Support

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Implement the Scrum Framework

    Skills you'll gain: Backlogs, User Story, Sprint Planning, Agile Software Development, Project Estimation, Agile Methodology, Product Requirements, Agile Product Development, Sprint Retrospectives, Agile Project Management, Estimation, Prioritization

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Emory University

    Marketing Channel Benefits

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Channel, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Business Marketing, Marketing Planning, Go To Market Strategy, Target Market, Customer Analysis, Value Propositions, Market Opportunities, Case Studies, B2B Sales, Consumer Behaviour, Strategic Thinking, Competitive Analysis, Auditing, Resource Allocation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    53 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Managing AI Projects: From Strategy to Delivery

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Team Performance Management, Project Management, Technical Management, Project Risk Management, Human Capital, Data Ethics, Workforce Management, Risk Mitigation, Stakeholder Communications, Project Management Life Cycle, Agile Methodology, Risk Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Team Management, Team Building, Scalability, Diversity Training

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    49 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Создаем дизайны для социальных сетей с помощью Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Content Creation, Visual Storytelling, Visual Design, Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Graphic Design

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    62 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    IE Business School

    The Journey to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Training, Diversity Awareness, Workplace inclusivity, Cognitive flexibility, Disabilities, Diversity Programs, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Social Justice, Innovation, Recognizing Others, Human Resource Policies, Cultural Responsiveness, Safety Culture, Empathy, Culture Transformation, People Management, Team Management

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    47 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Lições Aprendidas com Liderança Inclusiva

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Ideation, Diversity Programs, Workplace inclusivity, Digital Transformation, Creative Thinking, Organizational Leadership, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Business Modeling, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Creativity, Diversity Awareness, Creative Problem-Solving, Leadership Development, Strategic Leadership, People Management, Leadership and Management, Operational Excellence

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    The Olympic Games and the Media

    Skills you'll gain: Media and Communications, Social Media Management, Culture, Media Relations, Media Strategy, Video Production, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media, Brand Management, Advertising, Event Marketing, Social Media Content, Media Production, Branding, Media Planning, Production Schedule, Social Media Strategy, Storytelling, Commercialization, Intellectual Property

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Commodity and Currency Hedging

    Skills you'll gain: Hedge Accounting, Risk Management, Derivatives, Risk Mitigation, Futures Exchange, Business Risk Management, Financial Trading, International Finance, Contract Management, Finance

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    25 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Six Sigma White Belt (Accredited)

    Skills you'll gain: Kaizen Methodology, Process Optimization, Pareto Chart, Operational Efficiency, Project Management, Project Scoping

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    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    ISO, CMMI & Project Quality Certification Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Earned Value Management, ISO 9000 Series, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Quality Management Systems, Quality Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Quality Improvement, Performance Improvement, Project Risk Management, Program Implementation, Performance Metric, Process Improvement, Culture Transformation, Audit Planning, Project Performance, Risk Management, Cost Management, Project Controls, Quality Control, Project Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular business foundation courses

  • Navigating Disruption: Generative AI in the Workplace: University of Michigan
  • Cloud Foundations & AWS Basics: Whizlabs
  • Implement the Scrum Framework: Google
  • Marketing Channel Benefits: Emory University
  • Managing AI Projects: From Strategy to Delivery: Johns Hopkins University
  • Создаем дизайны для социальных сетей с помощью Canva: Coursera
  • The Journey to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging: IE Business School
  • Lições Aprendidas com Liderança Inclusiva: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • The Olympic Games and the Media: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Commodity and Currency Hedging: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

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