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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  • Stanford Online

    Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Resource Utilization, Social Impact, Lifelong Learning, Planning, Entrepreneurship

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

  • ESSEC Business School

    Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Fundraising, Social Impact, Tax, Program Evaluation, Economics, Psychology

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

  • University of Michigan

    Skills you'll gain: Health Care Administration, Staff Management, Community Health, Human Resources Management and Planning, Electronic Medical Record, Marketing and Public Relations, Financial Management, Marketing Communications, Quality Improvement, Philanthropy, Organizational Leadership, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Organizational Structure, Fundraising, Performance Measurement

    4.7 stars, 112 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Princeton University

    Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Social Impact, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Program Evaluation

    4.7 stars, 852 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

  • University of Colorado Boulder

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

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  • 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

  • University of Virginia

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Accounting, Balance Sheet, Financial Reporting, Financial Statement Analysis, Design Thinking, Accounting, Innovation, Journey Mapping, Process Design, Entrepreneurship, Philanthropy, Courage, Leadership Development, Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Engagement, Professional Development, Business Ethics, Finance, HR Tech

    4.8 stars, 7.8K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

  • ESSEC Business School

    Skills you'll gain: Due Diligence, Sustainable Development, Project Finance, Investments, Social Impact, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Investment Management, Proposal Development, Financial Inclusion, Private Equity, Entrepreneurship, Fundraising, Sustainable Business, Governance, Feasibility Studies, Philanthropy, Entrepreneurial Finance, Return On Investment, Needs Assessment, Stakeholder Engagement

    4.6 stars, 288 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

  • University of Virginia

    From the course: New Models of Business in Society·Lesson: Corporate Responsibility, Philanthropy and Building Sustainable Value: The Role of Capitalism in Society Part I

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    56k views

    Micro Lesson · 4 minutes

  • University of Virginia

    From the course: New Models of Business in Society·Lesson: Corporate Responsibility, Philanthropy and Building Sustainable Value: The Role of Capitalism in Society Part I

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    58k views

    Micro Lesson · 5 minutes

  • University of Michigan

    From the course: Introduction to Healthcare Management·Lesson: Financial Management

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    5k views

    Micro Lesson · 4 minutes

  • Yale University

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

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    3k views

    Micro Lesson · 12 minutes