Business Acumen

Business Acumen is a critical skill that encompasses the ability to understand and navigate the complexities of an organization's operations, finances, and strategic objectives. Coursera's Business Acumen catalogue teaches you to develop a comprehensive understanding of key business drivers, financial literacy, and strategic thinking, enabling you to make informed decisions aligned with organizational goals. You'll learn to analyze financial statements, identify market trends, develop industry-specific knowledge, and cultivate a customer-centric mindset essential for success in today's dynamic business environment. Mastering Business Acumen will empower you to contribute more effectively to your organization's success, enhance your leadership potential, and advance your career across various industries and roles.
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  • Status: Free Trial

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership, Strategic Decision-Making, Cost Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Project Implementation, Business Acumen

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    23 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera Instructor Network

    Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Market Research, Strategic Decision-Making, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Quantitative Research, Innovation, Target Audience, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Sustainable Business, Benchmarking, Business Acumen, Value Propositions, Descriptive Statistics, Performance Measurement, Ideation, Team Performance Management, Competitive Analysis, Risk Management, Business Strategy, Data Analysis

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    178 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Siemens

    Skills you'll gain: Product Lifecycle Management, Sustainable Design, Digital Transformation, Project Planning, Sustainable Engineering, Responsible AI, Business Acumen, Technical Communication, Electronic Hardware, Electronic Systems, Engineering Design Process, Project Management, Internet Of Things, Collaboration, Artificial Intelligence, Business Communication, Teamwork, Risk Management, Leadership, Generative AI

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    7 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Duke University

    Skills you'll gain: Resource Allocation, Cash Flows, Financial Acumen, Business Valuation, Business Acumen, Cost Control, Return On Investment, Financial Analysis, Business Metrics, Growth Strategies, Business Strategy, Operational Efficiency, Expectation Management, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Performance Analysis, Microsoft Excel

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    107 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Financial Acumen, Income Statement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Financial Reporting, Business Metrics, Performance Analysis, Performance Measurement, Cash Flows, Annual Reports, Business Acumen, Financial Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    47 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial

    IBM

    Skills you'll gain: Product Lifecycle Management, Product Management, Project Management, Product Development, Product Strategy, Portfolio Management, Value Propositions, Stakeholder Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Market Research, Business Acumen

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    1.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Acumen, Financial Analysis, Operational Efficiency, Business Acumen, Business, Finance, Business Strategies, Business Metrics, Financial Management, Business Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Performance Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    47 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free

    Goldman Sachs

    Skills you'll gain: Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Financial Statements, Financial Data, Financial Analysis, Entrepreneurial Finance, Small Business Accounting, Financial Accounting, Accounting, Business Metrics, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Business Acumen, Corporate Finance, Financial Management

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free

    Goldman Sachs

    Skills you'll gain: Cash Flow Forecasting, Cash Flows, Financial Analysis, Cash Management, Financial Forecasting, Strategic Decision-Making, Financial Planning, Financial Statements, Business Metrics, Business Acumen, Forecasting, Working Capital

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Corporate Finance Institute

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Annual Reports, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Accounting, Management Reporting, Financial Accounting, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Risk Analysis, Business Acumen, Cash Flows

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    34 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free

    Goldman Sachs

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Financial Analysis, Small Business Accounting, Business Acumen, Financial Accounting, Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Metrics, Financial Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    1.2K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IE Business School

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Cash Flows, Financial Analysis, Financial Acumen, Financial Accounting, Business Acumen, Accounting, Business, General Finance

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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