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Growing and Managing a Successful Business

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John Wiley & Sons

Growing and Managing a Successful Business

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

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1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Refine your business idea for market success

  • Create a viable business model for growth

  • Manage business finances and track performance

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November 2026

Assessments

15 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 14 modules in this course

This module equips learners with essential strategies for effective hiring, including crafting clear job descriptions, conducting structured interviews, and making informed hiring decisions. It covers how to leverage online tools and avoid common interviewing pitfalls to improve candidate selection and company fit.

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1 video7 readings1 assignment

This module explores the critical role of goal setting in business success, covering how to define effective goals, align them with organizational priorities, and ensure they lead to tangible outcomes. Learners will gain practical skills in identifying SMART goals and strategies for maintaining focus and accountability.

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1 video5 readings1 assignment

This module covers the principles of corporate social responsibility (CSR), including how to develop effective CSR strategies, build ethical frameworks, and understand the impact of CSR on business practices and community engagement.

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1 video3 readings1 assignment

This module explores how to effectively use information technology to enhance business efficiency, identify potential risks, and develop strategic plans for technology implementation. Learners will gain insights into balancing the benefits and challenges of IT in modern workplaces.

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1 video3 readings1 assignment

This module provides strategies for effective delegation, helping learners understand which tasks to assign, how to build trust with their teams, and how to avoid common pitfalls that hinder productivity and flexibility.

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1 video4 readings1 assignment

This module provides a comprehensive overview of how to design and optimize a marketing program that balances short-term sales with long-term value creation. Learners will explore strategies for building customer relationships, identifying strengths, and avoiding common pitfalls like overemphasis on price. It also covers ways to enhance marketing impact through continuous innovation and customer engagement.

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1 video6 readings1 assignment

This module covers strategies for business growth, including market segmentation, go-to-market planning, and positioning techniques. Learners will gain insights into measuring growth, adapting to market changes, and expanding profitability through innovative approaches.

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1 video7 readings1 assignment

This module explores how businesses create impressions through various touchpoints and provides strategies to align communications for consistent brand perception. It covers how to audit and improve in-person, digital, and written interactions that shape customer experiences.

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1 video4 readings1 assignment

This module helps learners understand how to build and maintain a strong brand identity, even with limited resources. It covers key concepts such as market positioning, consistent messaging, and effective use of taglines to create a memorable brand presence. Learners will gain practical skills to develop a competitive edge through strategic brand management.

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1 video5 readings1 assignment

This module explores how to create effective marketing communications by defining clear objectives, aligning messages with audience needs, and selecting the right media strategies. Learners will gain practical skills in developing creative briefs, evaluating communication effectiveness, and building mass media schedules. The focus is on transforming theoretical concepts into actionable marketing plans.

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1 video5 readings1 assignment

This module explores the fundamentals of digital marketing across major social media platforms. Learners will gain insight into crafting engaging content, building brand presence, and developing strategic plans for platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. The focus is on understanding how to connect with audiences and drive meaningful interactions.

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1 video4 readings1 assignment

This module covers strategies for employee development through coaching and mentoring, including how to create effective career development plans, understand the role of a manager as a coach, and tailor coaching techniques to individual employee needs. Learners will gain practical skills in fostering growth, improving engagement, and building supportive work environments.

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1 video6 readings1 assignment

This module explores key strategies for maintaining customer loyalty, including understanding satisfaction drivers, analyzing customer defections, and implementing personal service practices. Learners will gain insights into how to foster long-term customer relationships and improve retention through effective service and care.

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1 video4 readings1 assignment

This module explores the challenges and strategies involved in transitioning from an entrepreneur to a manager, including delegation, HR management, time management, and the implementation of scalable tools. Learners will gain insights into evolving business roles and effective management practices to support sustainable growth.

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1 video7 readings2 assignments

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