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Governance Courses

Governance courses can help you learn policy analysis, regulatory frameworks, ethical decision-making, and stakeholder engagement strategies. You can build skills in risk assessment, compliance management, and effective communication with diverse groups. Many courses introduce tools like data visualization software and project management platforms, that support implementing governance strategies and tracking progress in real-time.

Popular Governance Courses and Certifications


  • M

    Microsoft

    Cloud Computing Essentials with Azure Management

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Standards, System Monitoring, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Platforms, Computing Platforms, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Infrastructure, IT Automation, Solution Architecture, Solution Design, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Virtual Machines

    4.7 stars, 19 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (19) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Cloud Data Security

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Data Security, Cloud Services, Cloud Storage, Personally Identifiable Information, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Information Privacy, Data Management, Data Storage, Data Governance, Data Integrity, Security Controls, Analysis, Authorization (Computing), Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Relational Databases, Encryption, SQL

    4.2 stars, 27 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (27) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IE Business School

    Fundamentals of Diversity

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Training, Diversity Programs, People Management, Culture, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Human Resource Policies, Talent Management, Human Resource Management, Talent Recruitment, Talent Acquisition

    4.5 stars, 33 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (33) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The University of Melbourne

    Contemporary India

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, International Relations, Social Studies, Political Sciences, Culture, Socioeconomics, Diplomacy, Ancient History, World History, Social Sciences, Economic Development, Liberal Arts, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Public Policies, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Economics, Diversity Awareness, Market Dynamics

    4.2 stars, 33 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.2 (33) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • W

    Whizlabs

    Storage in Azure

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Cloud Storage, Data Storage, Identity and Access Management, Data Storage Technologies, Cloud Management, Authorization (Computing), Data Management, Data Access, Data Security, Data Governance, Configuration Management

    4.2 stars, 29 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (29) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pragmatic AI Labs

    AI Security and Governance on AWS

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Amazon Bedrock, Responsible AI, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Security Testing, IT Security Architecture, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, Authentications, Security Controls, Secure Coding, Continuous Monitoring, Network Security, Data Security, Generative AI, Personally Identifiable Information, Anomaly Detection, Data Validation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Financial Analysis, Reporting & Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Budget Management, Cost Accounting, Internal Auditing, Financial Reporting, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Internal Controls, Auditing, Budgeting, Variance Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Performance Measurement, Performance Reporting, Financial Data, Business Process Reengineering, Lean Manufacturing, Big Data, Data Governance, Financial Management, Business

    4.7 stars, 45 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (45) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Power BI Developer and Architect

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Power BI, Data Modeling, Interactive Data Visualization, Azure Synapse Analytics, Database Design, Enterprise Architecture, Business Reporting, Microsoft Azure, Business Intelligence, Enterprise Security, Data Lakes, Data Governance, Solution Architecture, Data Management, Performance Analysis, Analytics, Governance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Automation

    2.9 stars, 12 reviews, Intermediate, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 2.9 (12) · Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Infosec

    CompTIA Project+

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Project Schedules, Stakeholder Management, Information Technology, Project Risk Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), IT Management, Scheduling, Vendor Management, Procurement, Purchasing, Vendor Relationship Management, Project Management, Stakeholder Communications, Project Coordination, Issue Tracking, Risk Management, Project Planning, Quality Management, Performance Management

    4.5 stars, 37 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (37) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • I

    Interactive Brokers

    ESG Investing: Industry Impacts & Transformations

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Financial Market, Petroleum Industry, Sustainability Standards, Market Trend, Market Analysis, Investments, Corporate Sustainability, Governance, Sustainable Business, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Market Dynamics, Environmental Issue, Oil and Gas, Portfolio Risk, Portfolio Management, Sustainability Reporting, Credit Risk, Business Transformation

    4.7 stars, 25 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (25) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Arizona

    Introduction to the Orbital Perspective

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Teamwork, Empathy, Visionary, Cooperation, Cultural Diversity, Collaboration, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Problem Solving, Environmental Issue, Strategic Planning, Sustainable Development, International Relations, Environment, Planning, Innovation, Social Impact

    4.4 stars, 25 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (25) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Anti-Racism II

    Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, Diversity Awareness, Oral Expression, Social Justice, Rapport Building, Interviewing Skills, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Interpersonal Communications, Sociology, Advocacy, Storytelling, Multimedia

    4.5 stars, 26 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (26) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular governance courses

  • Cloud Computing Essentials with Azure Management: Microsoft
  • Cloud Data Security: University of Minnesota
  • Fundamentals of Diversity: IE Business School
  • Contemporary India: The University of Melbourne
  • Storage in Azure: Whizlabs
  • AI Security and Governance on AWS: Pragmatic AI Labs
  • Financial Analysis, Reporting & Decision Making: EDUCBA
  • Microsoft Power BI Developer and Architect: Microsoft
  • CompTIA Project+: Infosec
  • ESG Investing: Industry Impacts & Transformations: Interactive Brokers

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