Philanthropy

Philanthropy is the act of promoting the welfare of others, typically through the donation of money, resources, or time. Coursera's philanthropy catalogue teaches you how to effectively make a positive impact on society and the world. You'll learn about the practical strategies of philanthropy, the role of social responsibility in business, and how to influence systemic change in various sectors. You'll gain insights into effective non-profit management, fundraising strategies, and the ethical considerations of philanthropy. As a learner, you'll develop the skills to become a knowledgeable and impactful philanthropist, whether you're an individual donor, a member of a philanthropic organization, or a corporate leader seeking to apply social responsibility practices.

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Results for "Philanthropy"

  • Stanford Online

    Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Resource Utilization, Social Impact, Program Evaluation, Lifelong Learning, Collaboration, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Making, Planning, Entrepreneurship, Research

    4.6 stars, 221 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

  • ESSEC Business School

    Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Fundraising, Social Impact, Socioeconomics, Social Justice, Innovation, Tax, Corporate Sustainability, Program Evaluation, Legal Risk, Public Policies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Sciences, Tax Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Governance, Economics, Decision Making, Psychology, Behavioral Economics

    4.8 stars, 132 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

  • University of Colorado Boulder

    From the course: Advanced Strategies for Sustainable Business·Lesson: Philanthropy & Community Partnerships

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    429 views

    Micro Lesson · 13 minutes

  • John Wiley & Sons

    Skills you'll gain: Fundraising, Philanthropy, Advocacy, Social Impact, Crisis Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Social Justice, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Social Sciences, Drive Engagement, Decision Making, Cultural Sensitivity, Intercultural Competence

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • University of Pennsylvania

    From the course: The Science of Generosity: Do Good...Feel Good·Lesson: 2.4: High Impact Philanthropy

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    389 views

    Micro Lesson · 27 minutes

  • University of Pennsylvania

    From the course: The Science of Generosity: Do Good...Feel Good·Lesson: 1.3: What Influences Generosity?

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    500 views

    Micro Lesson · 22 minutes

  • University of Pennsylvania

    From the course: The Science of Generosity: Do Good...Feel Good·Lesson: 3.2: What Is the Role of Corporations in Doing Good?

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    361 views

    Micro Lesson · 6 minutes

  • SkillUp

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storage, Strategic Leadership, Threat Detection, Malware Protection, Information Systems Security, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Team Building, Network Security, Security Controls, Compliance Training, Data Integrity, Leadership Development, Multi-Factor Authentication, Team Collaboration, AI literacy, Regulatory Compliance, Model Evaluation, Accountability Frameworks, Governance, Philanthropy

    4.7 stars, 47 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

  • Yale University

    From the course: Tropical Forest Landscapes 101: Conservation & Restoration·Lesson: Foundations and philanthropic support

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    1.5k views

    Micro Lesson · 5 minutes

  • The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    From the course: Structuring Values in Modern China·Lesson: M25.4 Taiwan

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    545 views

    Micro Lesson · 2 minutes

  • Yale University

    From the course: Creating Change through Social Entrepreneurship·Lesson: Funding

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    3k views

    Micro Lesson · 12 minutes

  • John Wiley & Sons

    From the course: Strategic Fundraising: Donors, Gifts & Partnerships·Lesson: Decoding Philanthropy: Patterns and Motivations of Wealthy Donors

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    10 views

    Micro Lesson · 45 seconds