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This is the second course in the Google Data Analytics Certificate. You’ll build on your understanding of the topics that were introduced in the first course of this certificate program. The material will help you learn how to ask effective questions, make data-driven decisions, and meet stakeholders’ needs. Current Google data analysts will instruct and provide you with hands-on ways to accomplish common data analytics tasks. Learners who complete this certificate program will be equipped to apply for introductory-level jobs as data analysts. No previous experience is necessary. By the end of this course, you will: - Learn about effective questioning techniques that can help guide analysis. - Gain an understanding of data-driven decision-making and how data analysts present findings. - Explore a variety of real-world business scenarios as an example of questioning and decision-making. - Discover how and why spreadsheets are an important tool for data analysts. - Examine the key ideas associated with structured thinking and how they can help analysts better understand problems and develop solutions. - Learn strategies for managing the expectations of stakeholders while establishing clear communication with a data analytics team to achieve business objectives.

This Specialization is designed for professionals and students seeking a comprehensive understanding of IoT Security. It includes three courses: Foundations of Secure IoT Architecture, Managing IoT Security in Networks, and Securing the IoT Landscape: From Inception to Architecture.

Updated in May 2025. This course now features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. This course delves into the intricate aspects of asset security, providing IT professionals with essential knowledge aligned with the CISSP curriculum. It begins by exploring asset and data classification, helping you understand the importance of categorizing organizational resources based on sensitivity and value. From there, you'll learn about data and asset handling procedures, focusing on secure provisioning and management practices to ensure that organizational assets are protected throughout their lifecycle. The course takes a deep dive into the phases of the data lifecycle, explaining how to manage data from creation to disposal. You’ll explore critical topics such as data roles, asset retention, and security implications for data states—whether at rest, in transit, or in use. Practical discussions on asset management and data protection methods like Digital Rights Management (DRM), Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and Cloud Access Security Brokers (CASB) equip you with the tools to safeguard data efficiently. By the end of the course, you will have a solid understanding of scoping and tailoring security controls, selecting the right standards for your organization, and applying cutting-edge data protection methods. This course prepares you for the CISSP exam while offering real-world applications to enhance your role as an information security professional. This course is designed for IT and cybersecurity professionals preparing for the CISSP certification, particularly those interested in learning how to secure organizational assets and data. A basic understanding of information security is recommended.

This Specialization helps professionals develop authentic presence, confident delivery, and audience-centred communication using techniques drawn from actor training, voice, and performance practice. Learners build skills in self-awareness, inclusive communication, storytelling, and influence to strengthen trust, collaboration, and impact across workplace contexts. The courses are developed by academics and tutors from the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London, with no external industry partners.

This Specialization provides a comprehensive, hands-on pathway to mastering AutoCAD for residential architectural design and planning. Learners progress through real-world drafting workflows, including architectural plans, lighting layouts, basement parking design, and bungalow planning, while applying professional standards and industry-relevant practices. By completing practical case studies, learners gain job-ready skills to produce accurate, construction-ready drawings for real projects.

This Specialization prepares learners to design and document commercial MEP systems and interior infrastructure using industry-standard AutoCAD workflows. Learners gain hands-on experience creating fire alarm systems, commercial kitchen power layouts, restaurant lounge interiors, and supermarket architectural drawings through realistic case studies. The program emphasizes practical drafting, system coordination, and job-ready documentation aligned with real-world commercial design requirements.

Research shows 80% of analytical projects is dedicated to data preparation, making efficient data structuring workflows critical for productivity. This Short Course was created to help Data Analysis professionals accomplish rapid development of reproducible SAS Enterprise Guide pipelines using visual tools and automation features. By completing this course, you'll be able to build Query Builder flows for filtering, joining, and aggregating data, implement parameterized prompts for standardized reruns, validate generated SAS code for accuracy, and structure projects with clear traceability—capabilities you can deploy to production tomorrow. By the end of this course, you will be able to: ● Use the Query Builder for filtering, sorting, and creating calculated columns ● Perform table joins, aggregations, and transpose operations for data reshaping ● Create prompts for user input and implement conditional execution logic to support standardized workflows ● Understand and validate generated SAS code, debug using the SAS log, and create repeatable analytical processes with governance controls This course is unique because it emphasizes the full analytical lifecycle from data manipulation through workflow automation to code validation, bridging point-and-click Query Builder operations with reproducible research principles and auditability requirements for regulated environments. To be successful in this project, you should have a background in data analysis fundamentals, basic SQL concepts, and analytical workflow design at CB2 intermediate-level expertise.

Course Overview: Embark on a comprehensive journey to prepare for the Microsoft Certified Azure Network Engineer Associate Exam AZ-700 with our specialized program. This four-course series covers fundamental to advanced concepts, empowering learners with the skills and knowledge required for roles such as Azure Network Engineer, Cloud Solutions Architect, and Cloud Operations Engineer. Learning Objectives: Understand Azure networking principles, virtual networks, subnets, and IP addressing. Gain practical skills in configuring and managing Azure virtual networks, ensuring connectivity, and implementing robust security measures. Explore secure network design principles, Azure Bastion, and Azure Private Link integration. Understand Network Performance Monitor, implement Azure Accelerated Networking, and optimize performance. Explore Azure network security and governance, covering the RBAC application, Firewall Manager, and Azure Policy. Target Audience: Aspiring Azure Network Engineers Cloud Solutions Architects Cloud Operations Engineers IT Professionals preparing for Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate Exam AZ-700 Learners Prerequisites: Familiarity with basic networking concepts A fundamental understanding of cloud computing Basic knowledge of Microsoft Azure fundamentals Course Duration: This course is designed to be completed within 14 weeks, with 22+ hours of instructional content.

This specialization offers students a deep dive into B2B sales. It starts with sales basics, and then gets into active listening, emotional intelligence and empathy in sales as well as also covering sales copywriting, ABM sales, and writing a sales proposal.

This specialization was created to elevate the public’s understanding of, regard for, and use of psychology and strengthen APA’s standing as an authoritative voice for psychology. Specifically, to introduce the use of inferential statistics in psychological research, including the z-test, the varieties of the t-test, chi-square tests, and the use of statistical software for exploring these statistics.

Transform raw clinical data into actionable insights that improve patient care with this comprehensive healthcare data analytics program. Through 14 hands-on courses, you'll develop essential skills in clinical data extraction from EMR systems like Epic Clarity, SQL database querying, data transformation and cleansing, statistical analysis, and visualization—all within authentic healthcare scenarios. You'll also gain critical competencies in data governance, HIPAA compliance, and security practices that protect patient privacy while enabling evidence-based decision-making. By program completion, you'll be equipped to systematically analyze healthcare performance metrics, detect quality issues before they impact patient safety, and communicate data-driven recommendations that drive meaningful improvements in clinical outcomes.

This Specialization, taught by Harry Helps, is intended for aspiring 3D artists and beginners seeking to develop foundational skills in Blender. Through three beginner-friendly courses, you will cover modeling, shading, lighting, animation, and rendering techniques. These skills will prepare you to create polished 3D scenes, stylized animations, and portfolio-ready renders using Blender’s powerful toolset. Instructor bio in course descriptions!

This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. In this course, you will learn to transition from Blender to Unreal Engine 5, covering everything from basic 3D modeling to exporting assets and refining materials. You’ll develop core skills in both Blender and Unreal Engine 5, equipping you to create, texture, and optimize 3D assets for high-quality game scenes and environments. Your journey begins with mastering Blender’s interface, understanding references, and learning how to manage collections. As you progress, you’ll dive deeper into mesh editing techniques, UV mapping, and optimization, leading to advanced topics like sculpting, material creation, and shader development. Along the way, you’ll enhance your skills by working with complex environments and using cutting-edge tools like Quixel Assets and foliage placement in UE5. This course is perfect for beginners looking to break into 3D modeling and game engine development. No prior experience is required, but a basic understanding of 3D design will be helpful. This course will take you from the basics all the way to more advanced techniques in both Blender and Unreal Engine 5, providing you with the confidence to create stunning scenes for game development.

This specialization is intended for individuals with a basic understanding of digital technologies as well as developers or security professionals with at least 2 years of programming experience wishing to expand their blockchain knowledge. Throughout the specialization, students will learn about the fundamentals of blockchain architecture, progress to some of the intermediate concepts of blockchain technology, and finish with advanced blockchain architectures.

AI is transforming digital marketing — and success now depends on working smarter, not just posting more. In this beginner-friendly course, you’ll learn to plan, schedule, and analyze social media content with AI-driven tools. You’ll use Hootsuite Smart Scheduler to build optimized calendars, export analytics data to discover what drives engagement, and design an improvement plan backed by measurable results. By the end, you’ll combine creative intuition with analytics to deliver content that connects, performs, and grows brand visibility.

Learn how to build, position, and grow a brand with clarity and intention. You will develop a strong foundation in brand strategy, define a clear and differentiated position, and learn how to align messaging, teams, and decisions to support long-term growth. By the end, you will have a structured Brand Strategy and Growth Plan you can apply in your organization or business.

Build sophisticated AI-powered applications without traditional coding through this comprehensive no-code development specialization. Transform from a no-code beginner into a proficient builder who can create, deploy, and maintain production-ready AI applications using modern no-code platforms, API integrations, and AI services. Through 12 intermediate-level courses, you'll master the complete application lifecycle—from initial development and collaboration to deployment, monitoring, and optimization—while implementing professional-grade security, performance tuning, and cost management practices that distinguish amateur builders from sought-after no-code professionals.

This Specialization provides a hands-on, project-driven pathway to mastering Node.js through the design and implementation of real-world web applications. Learners progress from building a structured Node.js website to developing real-time chat applications and a complete user management system using Express, templating engines, and file-based persistence. Throughout the Specialization, learners gain a clear understanding of server-side architecture, request–response handling, real-time communication, and application structure by working with end-to-end case studies that reflect professional development workflows. By completing these courses, learners will be able to confidently design, build, and extend Node.js applications suitable for real-world use and early-career backend development roles.

In this specialization your learning activities will focus on the four skills of language: Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking. Each course will have a strong emphasis on using applied grammar to gradually improve your confidence in these four skills. After completing this specialization, you will have a solid foundation for any of your personal goals for learning English. The course will be especially useful for people who plan to advance to intermediate English studies, or for those who hope to study or work in environments where English is commonly used for communication. This specialization assumes that students have had some experience with previous English language learning but are now ready to move on from basic vocabulary to understanding and expressing simple ideas in full sentences and paragraphs.

This specialization guides learners through the entire process of building immersive open world landscapes using Unreal Engine 5. Starting with the basics of Unreal Engine, you'll first learn how to set up your project and work with essential tools like Quixel Bridge and Megascans. As you progress into landscape design, you’ll dive into sculpting terrains, applying atmospheric lighting, and creating interactive foliage to breathe life into your virtual world. The third course takes you through essential scripting with Blueprints, optimizing your scenes, and testing performance to ensure your creations are both beautiful and functional. Each course is designed to build on the previous one, empowering you to create stunning open-world environments from start to finish. This Specialization is based on the book Building Open World Landscapes with Unreal Engine 5 , by David Ignacio García and Ramón Olivero

The Building React and ASP.NET MVC 5 Applications Specialization equips you with the skills to develop modern, full-stack web applications. You’ll start by mastering ASP.NET MVC 5 and C# fundamentals, then dive into frontend development with React, building reusable components and dynamic UIs. Finally, you’ll bring it all together by creating a complete, responsive web application that seamlessly integrates React with ASP.NET MVC 5. Disclaimer: This Specialization is an independent educational resource developed by Board Infinity and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or officially associated with Microsoft Corporation, Meta, or any of their subsidiaries or affiliates. This Specialization is not official preparation material for any of these companies. All trademarks, service marks, company names, logos, and brand names mentioned are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification, educational, and informational purposes only. No claim is made to exclusive rights to use any third-party trademarks apart from their context in this educational material.

This specialization empowers software developers to harness Generative AI tools across the entire development lifecycle. Learn to integrate AI-powered solutions into front-end, back-end, mobile, and DevOps workflows while mastering essential software development fundamentals including version control, debugging, and testing management for enhanced productivity and code quality.

This three-course specialization guides AI practitioners and developers through the complete journey of building practical AI agent systems — from single-agent architecture to multi-agent collaboration to production deployment. You will master modular agent design using LangGraph for graph-based workflows, Pydantic-AI for structured validation, and Mem0 for persistent memory, building agents that perceive, reason, and act across real-world scenarios. As you progress, you will design multi-agent collaboration systems using CrewAI and Agno — defining planner, executor, reviewer, and critic roles with shared memory and communication patterns. The final course brings everything together by integrating LLMs from OpenAI and Anthropic into orchestrated workflows, adding production-ready state management, deploying via FastAPI, and implementing monitoring and evaluation pipelines. By the end, you will be able to architect, coordinate, and deploy multi-agent systems integrated with external APIs for enterprise automation.

This specialization introduces learners to programming fundamentals, web development, and open-source technologies. Through hands-on projects, learners will build web applications using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Python, while exploring open-source frameworks and tools.

This Specialization is designed to equip you with a basic understanding of business finance, accounting, and data analysis. We've put together these three courses with the explicit intent of helping people prepare for the rigors of a prestigious MBA program, as well as introducing and refreshing basic knowledge and skills for aspiring business leaders. Having taught at Rice for nearly a combined 40 years, professors James Weston and Brian Rountree have found that entering students often lack confidence in some fundamental quantitative skills, as well as struggling with accounting and finance mechanics and terminology. As a result we have put together a series of lectures, plenty of practice opportunities and video walk-throughs that will allow you to confidently take a seat at the leadership table.

This specialization offers comprehensive preparation for the CASP+ CAS-004 certification, covering advanced security concepts and real-world applications. It focuses on equipping cybersecurity professionals with the knowledge to manage complex security environments and make strategic decisions. Through real-world scenarios and assessments, this guide ensures learners master key risk assessment and control techniques, as well as secure endpoint and cloud environments. It combines theory with hands-on practice to prepare candidates for both the exam and everyday security challenges. The specialization stands out by emphasizing practical application, offering learners the tools they need to implement security controls, manage vulnerabilities, and respond to compromise indicators effectively. Designed for experienced cybersecurity professionals, it assumes prior knowledge in networking and system administration. This specialization is based on the book CASP+ CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner Study Guide, by Nadean H. Tanner and Jeff T. Parker. Copyright © 2023 by John Wiley & Sons, Inc. All rights reserved.

This CCNA 200-301 Version 1.1 Specialization provides both theory as well as real-world live exploration to help you build confidence while gaining the necessary experience to pass the CCNA 200-301 exam. This course also helps you strengthen your skills by having detailed, repeatable examples and scenarios that showcase the why behind each technology. This course includes many examples of hands-on, facilitated walkthroughs that provide the appropriate level of technical depth to prepare for the exam. It also includes specific content to better prepare you for what comes after the exam, whether that involves pursuing a higher-level certification such as the CCNP or transitioning directly into the workforce within the networking field.

Updated in May 2025. This course now features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. This course is designed for IT professionals pursuing CISSP certification, covering key domains like Security and Risk Management, Asset Security, and Identity and Access Management. It addresses security governance, compliance, and risk management frameworks (ISO, NIST). In-depth modules on Asset Security, Network Security, cryptography, and secure design provide practical insights into data protection and secure communications. You'll explore information system lifecycles, cloud vulnerabilities, and encryption techniques. The course also includes lessons on Secure Software Development, Security Operations, and Security Architecture. By integrating the latest CISSP 2024 updates, it prepares you to pass the exam and thrive in cybersecurity roles. Ideal for IT professionals, security analysts, and network administrators with foundational security knowledge and experience in security management or systems security.

This Specialization focuses on building positive, inclusive candidate experiences that strengthen employer brand and improve talent attraction outcomes. Learners explore how recruiting practices, communication, and employer value propositions shape candidate perception and influence hiring success. Drawing from ADP AIRS® recruiting content, the courses emphasize practical strategies for engaging candidates, supporting diversity and inclusion, and using feedback to improve recruitment processes. By applying these approaches, learners develop the skills to design hiring experiences that attract top talent and enhance organizational reputation.

Taught by: Daniel Scott This Specialization is intended for beginners, small business owners, and aspiring creatives seeking to develop essential design skills using Canva. Through three courses, you will cover layout and design fundamentals, branding and identity creation, and advanced tools like presentations, video editing, and AI features. These lessons will prepare you to create professional graphics, logos, branded assets, and multimedia content for both personal and business use. Full instructor bio in each course description!

Prepare for a career in blockchain technology and learn in-demand skills such as blockchain security risks and cryptographic principles in less than 4 months. The three courses in this specialization will prepare you for Certified Blockchain Security Professional (CBSP) exam and help you master the art of performing blockchain network security risk analysis. The first course, Blockchain and Cryptography Overview, explains the fundamentals of cryptocurrency and blockchain. The second course, Cutting-Edge Blockchain Security Mechanisms, delves into advanced strategies to protect blockchain technology from potential threats and vulnerabilities of smart contracts. The last course, Business Implementation and Security, describes blockchain in business and provides real-world insights for maintaining blockchain security. By the end of this specialization, you will be able to Explore cryptographic principles that apply in blockchain technology, focusing on hash functions and digital signatures. Analyze the security implications of blockchain consensus mechanisms like Proof of Stake (PoS) and Proof of Work (PoW). Describe the security considerations associated with smart contracts in blockchain technology. Evaluate and minimize security risks fundamental in blockchain technology. The specialization is best suited for both coding and non-coding professionals interested in blockchain security, and individuals working in cybersecurity and blockchain domains.

This Specialization, 'Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) Specialization' is designed to empower learners with a profound understanding of advanced business analysis concepts and skills. Participants will acquire expertise in requirements lifecycle management, solution evaluation, stakeholder engagement, and the application of various business analysis perspectives. In the Specialization, we will follow the structure of the Guide to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge® (BABOK® Guide) and will discuss it in detail and augment it with real-life examples from different industries, mock applications, and walk-throughs. This specialization will help you build a holistic understanding of business analysis knowledge areas, learn all the techniques from the BABOK Guide, and form an opinion on what good business analysis looks like.

This specialization is designed to equip you with the skills needed to protect and secure digital environments. Learn the fundamentals of information security and cybersecurity, and gain a deep understanding of ethical hacking principles, red teaming, and bug hunting. Through hands-on lessons, you'll develop a deep knowledge of reconnaissance techniques, network scanning, system hacking, and vulnerability analysis, all while learning to implement effective countermeasures against threats like session hijacking, social engineering, and denial of service attacks.

The CISSP certification specialization will prepare students for the rigorous CISSP exam. Our individual courses provide in-depth coverage across all eight domains per ISC2, broken down into manageable sections a student can review at their own pace. Our instructor is an industry veteran with over 25 years of experience, both in the field and in the classroom. The courses included in this learning path are organized and taught in such a way to allow maximum retention of information. Through the use of real-world scenarios, analogies and humor, the CISSP material comes to life. An individual who completes this learning path will gain knowledge equivalent to that of a seasoned professional and should be able to implement the learned skills, delivering value to any organization.

A single documentation error can fragment patient care, trigger a compliance violation, or cost a healthcare organization millions in claim denials. The professionals who prevent those errors are the ones who understand health records deeply — not just how to enter data, but how to protect it, organize it, audit it, and manage it across interconnected systems. Charts, HIPAA, and Health Data is a beginner-level program designed for healthcare administration professionals, medical office staff, and health informatics practitioners who want to build a complete, job-ready medical records skill set. Across 11 focused courses, you will master the full EHR and health data management workflow: HIPAA compliance and PHI protection, patient registration and identity verification, EHR navigation and data entry, medical record organization and filing systems, document scanning and release of information, chart auditing, duplicate record detection, clinic system navigation, data lifecycle management, and metadata standards. No prior EHR experience or clinical training is required. Every course combines practical procedures with real-world healthcare compliance scenarios so skills can be applied immediately in any medical office or clinical environment. By the end of the program, you will be equipped to manage patient health information accurately, securely, and in full compliance with regulatory standards.

In this specialization, you'll discover how to leverage ChatGPT and AI to revolutionize your project management approach. Learn to break down complex projects into manageable tasks, create detailed timelines and schedules, and use AI to track progress and optimize execution. With a focus on prompt engineering that anyone can do, you’ll gain the skills to generate precise project documentation, analyze risks, and streamline workflows. Whether you're managing professional or personal projects, this specialization will equip you with the tools to deliver efficient, successful outcomes by integrating AI into every phase of project management. In addition to mastering project planning and execution, this specialization will teach you how to enhance team coordination and optimize meetings using ChatGPT and AI. Learn to automate scheduling, make meetings more engaging, and turn transcripts into actionable work products. You’ll discover how to use multimodal prompting for real-time collaboration, enabling teams to brainstorm, create, and produce deliverables directly from discussions. By integrating AI into these key aspects of project management, you’ll transform how your team collaborates, communicates, and executes, driving efficiency and innovation in every project.

This Specialization is intended for engineers, particularly chemical engineers, but applicable to anyone seeking to develop process safety experience involving process operations. Through four courses, you will cover evaluation of risk and potential process hazard scenarios, toxic chemical impacts, dispersion, fire/explosion, and prevention/mitigation measures including pressure relief systems, inherently safer design, and more which will aid you in gaining important, practical, value-added skills and information that will aid your career, or preparation for a career, in chemical process engineering.

Guided by Abraham Leal from Nexttut, a 3D artist with over 11 years of industry experience, this Specialization is intended for intermediate 3D artists seeking to develop cinematic lighting and rendering skills in Maya. Through three courses, you will cover scene setup, interior and character lighting, and advanced multi-scene projects, preparing you to create professional-quality renders for your portfolio. You’ll also learn practical, production-focused workflows used in real studios.

Updated in May 2025. This course now features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. The Cisco CCNA (200-301) course provides a solid foundation in networking principles, preparing you for success in the IT world. Throughout the course, you will learn to manage, configure, and troubleshoot Cisco networks through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical experience. By the end of the course, you will understand network fundamentals, IP connectivity, security protocols, and automation techniques, which are essential skills for a network professional. The course covers network fundamentals like components, topology, cabling, and addressing schemes. You'll explore Cisco CLI, DNA Center, and gain hands-on experience with IPv4 and IPv6 subnetting. The course also includes network access, security fundamentals, switch configuration, VLANs, VPNs, AAA protocols, and network automation using SDN, configuration management, and REST APIs. This course is ideal for beginners or those looking to strengthen their networking knowledge. No prior networking experience is required, although basic computer skills are helpful. It is suitable for aspiring network engineers and IT professionals with a beginner-to-intermediate difficulty level.

Updated in May 2025. This course now features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. The Cisco Certified DevNet Associate (200-901) course provides learners with the skills needed for network automation, software development, and infrastructure management. By the end of the course, learners will be able to set up development tools, understand key data formats like JSON, XML, and YAML, and manage network configurations and APIs effectively. The course begins with development tool setup in both Linux and Windows environments, followed by exploration of data formats crucial for managing configurations in networked systems. Learners will also dive into software development methodologies like Agile, Lean, and Waterfall to understand project management principles. Next, learners will explore API fundamentals, including HTTP basics, response codes, and authentication. This knowledge allows them to integrate and manage network devices via APIs, a critical skill for network automation tasks. The final modules focus on application deployment, security, and DevOps principles. Learners gain hands-on experience with Docker, continuous integration, and automation tools like Ansible. Ideal for DevNet certification candidates, network engineers, and developers in DevOps or network automation.

This specialization is intended for semi-technical and business learners who seek to develop a fundamental foundation of cloud computing. In these three courses, you will cover the three main models of cloud computing: Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Infrastructor as a Service (IaaS) along with public vs. private cloud. The goal of this specialization is to help you determine which models of cloud computing is best for your needs. It will also equip you with the knowledge to tackle more advanced I.T. topics.

Cloud is everywhere. But most beginner resources either overwhelm you with jargon or skip the foundations entirely. This course changes that. Here is what you will cover: • Networking for the Cloud You understand how TCP, UDP, ICMP, ISP, FTP, IP addressing, and encapsulation work, so you can explain how cloud systems communicate with confidence. • Client-Server Architecture and Virtual Infrastructure You see how client-server architecture and classic data centers evolved into the virtualized cloud infrastructure that powers AWS today. • Cloud Deployment Models in the Real World You compare public, private, hybrid, and community cloud environments and know which model fits which situation. • Cloud Service Models That Make Business Sense You distinguish between IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS and understand who manages what at each level across cloud providers like AWS. This course is ideal for beginners, career switchers, and professionals in any field ready to build real cloud knowledge. Part of the AWS Cloud Practitioner Exam Prep Specialization on Coursera. Rated 4.4 by 10,000+ learners. Start building your cloud foundation today. Disclaimer: This course is not affiliated with or endorsed by Amazon Web Services (AWS). ‘AWS’ and ‘Amazon Web Services’ are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.

This specialization is intended for managers, team leaders, and aspiring leaders seeking to develop the skills needed to build and sustain a thriving workplace culture. Through three courses, you will cover the foundations of company culture, strategies for fostering trust, accountability, and collaboration, and practical tools for measuring and improving employee engagement. By the end, you will be equipped to define your organization's values, lead with purpose, and create an environment where teams consistently perform at their best.

Build a toolkit of communication skills that will give you the knowledge and confidence to be an effective engineering leader. Engineers who want to advance in their profession need to be effective communicators. They need to clearly communicate complex ideas and technical project plans. They also need to be strong persuaders. Engineers who are good communicators get recognized by their supervisors and by their clients. In this three-course Specialization, you will practice designing and giving strong, persuasive presentations; you will learn how to communicate across cultures, genders, and generations, how to create your personal brand and leadership presence, how to hold effective meetings with global teams; you will learn how to handle difficult conversations, and how to handle crisis communication; you will also learn writing skills immediately applicable in your daily activities. Courses are taught by faculty from the Rice Center for Engineering Leadership (RCEL). RCEL is focused on developing engineering leaders within Rice University at the undergraduate, master's and PhD levels. It is home to one of a very few academically approved Certificates in Engineering Leadership.

Get the edge you need to pass the CompTIA Cloud+ exam! In this video you will get targeted training on the objectives covered in the Cloud+ certification exam. It also teaches core skills on major cloud topics including architecture and design, security, deployment, operations, and troubleshooting.

This specialization features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the specialization. In this specialization, you'll master networking fundamentals, including LANs, WANs, Ethernet, IP addressing, and security protocols. You'll gain the skills to design, troubleshoot, and optimize networks, preparing for the CompTIA Network+ N10-009 exam. The combination of theory and hands-on experience ensures you're ready for real-world networking scenarios. You'll dive into network models such as OSI and TCP/IP, explore key cabling types, and configure routers, switches, and Ethernet standards. Security practices to protect networks will also be covered, alongside diagnosing common networking issues. This specialization is ideal for those aiming for a career in IT or network administration. No prior networking experience is needed, making it beginner-friendly, though basic IT knowledge will be helpful. It's designed for those preparing for the CompTIA Network+ exam or anyone seeking to enhance their networking skills. By the end of the specialization, you will be able to configure network devices, implement network security, troubleshoot network issues, and confidently manage IP addressing and routing. You'll be prepared to take the CompTIA Network+ exam and advance your IT career.

TheCompTIA Security+ certification is globally recognized as the standard for validating foundational cybersecurity skills. This Specialization is designed to provide you with the comprehensive knowledge & skills needed to pass the exam and become a certified cybersecurity professional. Whetheryou're just starting your cybersecurity journey or want to formalize your existing knowledge, this specialization equips you with the essential skills to protect systems, networks, and data. By the end of this specialization, you will be equipped to: Understand core cybersecurity concepts: Learn key principles of network security, threat management, risk mitigation, and cryptography. Implement security measures: Learn how to safeguard applications, systems, and networks from cyber threats. Analyze risk: Gain skills to assess risks and vulnerabilities and design systems to minimize them. Manage identity and access: Learn how to use identity and access management tools to protect systems. Respond to and recover from security incidents: Build strategies for incident response and disaster recovery. Prepare for the CompTIA Security+ exam: Build confidence with practice questions and real-world examples aligned with the examobjectives. Thousands of learners have used this specialization to pass the CompTIA Security+ exam and jumpstart their cybersecurity careers.

A través de los 3 cursos que integran este programa de especialización, comprenderás cómo funcionan los flujos de información que circulan por las redes sociales y cómo posicionarte en ellas. Aprenderás nuevos lenguajes narrativos y conseguirás habilidades esenciales para la captación de noticias con dispositivos móviles.

Master bank branch auditing with practical, job-ready skills aligned to modern banking regulations. Learn how to identify risks, detect revenue leakage, and ensure compliance with confidence. This specialization provides a comprehensive, real-world approach to bank branch audit, covering NPA classification, credit appraisal, KYC compliance, and CBS-based auditing. You will gain the ability to evaluate internal controls, analyze financial and operational risks, and detect income leakages impacting branch profitability. Designed for audit professionals and banking aspirants, the program focuses on applied learning through structured audit techniques, regulatory frameworks, and reporting practices. You will also learn to prepare professional Long Form Audit Reports (LFAR) and handle complex audit scenarios with clarity. By the end of this specialization, you will be equipped with the skills required to perform effective bank audits, strengthen compliance, and advance your career in banking, audit, and risk management domains.

Master commercial banking operations, credit analysis, and regulatory compliance to build job-ready expertise in modern banking. Learn how banks operate, manage risk, and deliver financial solutions across retail and corporate segments. This Specialization provides a comprehensive, real-world understanding of commercial banking—covering operations, customer strategy, corporate banking products, liability management, and retail banking compliance. You will learn how to analyze deposit and credit structures, evaluate loan proposals, interpret RBI regulations, and apply risk management frameworks across banking functions. Through a structured progression, you will explore working capital finance, trade finance instruments, treasury operations, payment systems, and customer relationship strategies. The program integrates operational knowledge with strategic decision-making, enabling you to connect theory with practical banking scenarios. By the end, you will be equipped to assess banking products, analyze credit risk, ensure compliance, and contribute effectively in roles across commercial, corporate, and retail banking. This Specialization is ideal for those seeking careers in banking, financial services, credit analysis, and risk management.

This specialization takes a critical look at digital advertising tactics for small business. Students will learn how to generate and launch ad campaigns on small budgets with limited-to-no design skills. These courses include: 1) search (Google Ads), 2) social media (Facebook, Instagram and Twitter) and 3) native advertising (Taboola). Students who complete our search course will also gain a résumé credential through the official Google Ads Search Certification and a certification through programmatic advertising leader, The Trade Desk.

Most Confluence problems are not tool problems — they are support, adoption, and communication problems. Teams ask the same questions repeatedly because no one built self-service resources. Reports become ignored because they are noisy and outdated. Dashboards get created but never refined because no one evaluated whether they actually helped. This program teaches you how to fix all of that. Confluence Support, Reporting & Analytics is an intermediate program designed for IT managers, platform owners, technical support professionals, and enablement practitioners who want to operate Confluence environments more effectively. Across eight focused courses, you will develop the complete skill set for Confluence operational excellence: resolving access and macro issues systematically, troubleshooting broken links and permission errors, providing scalable self-service support, delivering focused team training, analyzing usage data responsibly, running and interpreting activity reports, generating live project reports in Confluence and Jira, and building insight-driven dashboards that support real decisions. Every course uses realistic scenarios drawn from actual IT support and operations environments, emphasizing judgment and practical application over tool familiarity alone. By the end of the program, you will be equipped to support, report on, and continuously improve Confluence adoption across your organization.

The "Construction Techniques and Practices" specialization equips learners with essential construction knowledge and skills for industry readiness. It comprehensively covers formwork engineering, concreting, and construction machinery, blending theoretical knowledge with practical applications. The program dives into Formwork Engineering Practices, exploring formwork classifications, material selection, accessories, and consumables. Learners gain expertise in planning and monitoring operations, understanding design loads, codal requirements, and cost considerations, emphasizing quality, safety, efficiency, and economy. The Concreting and Machinery for Concreting module focuses on optimizing concrete mix designs by blending aggregates and achieving precise combinations of cement, water, and admixtures. Practical testing on workability, compressive strength, and flexural strength ensures quality control. The course explores equipment lifecycle management, covering planning, acquisition, maintenance, and decommissioning to ensure optimal performance and cost-efficiency. It addresses common construction challenges like bug holes, cold joints, and high-rise concrete placement, providing practical strategies for quality control and problem-solving. This comprehensive program equips learners with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in modern construction techniques and

Master consumer behavior, marketing psychology, communication strategy, branding, and service marketing to create customer-focused business growth. Learn how to influence buying decisions, build powerful brands, and deliver service experiences that drive satisfaction and loyalty. This Specialization helps you understand what motivates customers, how media and communication shape public perception, and how businesses can design better marketing and service strategies. You will explore psychological triggers, customer insights, mass communication, brand positioning, service quality models, and relationship marketing techniques. Through a practical, outcome-driven learning path, you will learn how to segment audiences, apply ethical persuasion, design business communication strategies, strengthen brand identity, and use service marketing frameworks such as the 8Ps, SERVQUAL, GAP Model, Service Marketing Triangle, and Zone of Tolerance. By the end of this Specialization, you will be able to create customer-centric marketing strategies, evaluate service performance, improve customer satisfaction, and build long-term brand loyalty across product and service-based businesses.

With the increasing adoption of remote and hybrid work, effective communication in a corporate setting has become more critical than ever. This Corporate Communication specialization is designed to help you unlock the secrets of effective communication and build a strong, cohesive corporate culture. Learn how to harness the power of transparency and storytelling to connect with your audience and foster collaboration within your organization. Discover how a well-crafted mission statement, values, and DEI initiatives can build a strong corporate culture. This specialization also covers the art of external communications, teaching you how to promote your corporate brand, communicate effectively with media and investor relations, and build lasting relationships with your customers. Plus, learn how to leverage social media to encourage two-way communication and foster a sense of community around your brand. This specialization is ideal for professionals seeking to advance their careers in corporate communications or individuals aiming to enter this dynamic field with a strategic mindset. By the end of this specialization, you will be able to: Identify terms, tools, and strategies for corporate communication Analyze professional scenarios to select the best communication strategy for the situation Discuss various types of communication and their applications

Achieving efficiency, responsiveness, and improved service delivery in the fast changing area of public service depends on encouraging an innovative culture. Inspired by real-world success stories including Estonia's E-Residency program, Barcelona's Smart City initiatives, and Singapore's Smart Nation vision, this course explores the ideas and practices required to foster an innovation-driven culture inside public sector organizations. As Boston's 311 system has transformed public involvement, participants will investigate ways to inspire innovation, overcome bureaucratic challenges, and use technology to propel service enhancements. By means of case studies and real-world examples, students will acquire understanding of the successful execution of service innovations that efficiently and sustainably meet public requirements, therefore reflecting the transforming power of programs like Estonia's digital transformation. Like Singapore's Smart Nation project is doing on a national level, participants will also explore the particular opportunities and difficulties given by public sector innovation and acquire practical skills to turn ideas into real-world improvements for citizens. Inspired by real-world cases of effective service innovation, by the end of this course you will be ready to drive change, promote efficiency, and increase public pleasure via creative ideas. This course targets public sector leaders, managers, policy makers, and innovation officers seeking to embed a culture of service innovation within their organizations. It is equally relevant for government employees, consultants, and academics interested in public administration and service delivery improvements. No specific prerequisites are required for this course. However, a basic understanding of public sector operations and an interest in innovation and service improvement will enhance the learning experience. By the end of this course, learners will be able to identify and examine the foundations of service innovation within their public sector context, develop strategic approaches to overcoming bureaucratic challenges, analyze the use of technology to enhance service delivery, and implement and refine innovative solutions through effective change management and continuous improvement practices.

Master advanced credit risk measurement, counterparty risk, CVA, securitization, and credit derivatives used in modern banking and financial institutions. Build practical FRM-aligned risk management skills through structured lessons on default probability, collateral frameworks, CCPs, credit exposure, portfolio credit risk, and stress testing. This course provides a comprehensive understanding of credit risk analysis using both qualitative and quantitative approaches. Learners will explore borrower evaluation, expected and unexpected loss, credit spreads, CDS pricing, securitization structures, Merton Models, credit transfer markets, and retail credit risk frameworks. Designed for FRM candidates, banking professionals, treasury teams, and risk analysts, the course simplifies complex concepts into practical and application-focused learning. By the end of the course, learners will be able to analyze credit exposure, evaluate counterparty risk, interpret structured credit products, and apply modern credit risk management techniques used across the financial industry.

This Specialization combines three advanced, industry-aligned courses, Cyber Security: Applied Cryptography, Cyber Security: DevSecOps, and Cyber Security: Security of AI, to provide a comprehensive pathway into the secure development and protection of next-generation systems. You’ll begin by mastering cryptographic principles and techniques, learning how to safeguard sensitive data at rest, in motion, and in use. Next, you’ll explore DevSecOps, embedding security into every stage of the software development lifecycle, from design and coding through deployment, while automating controls in CI/CD pipelines and securing cloud-native environments. Finally, you’ll address one of the most pressing challenges of our time: protecting artificial intelligence. Through practical, hands-on learning, you’ll uncover how to defend AI models against adversarial attacks, data poisoning, and model theft, while ensuring robust and trustworthy outcomes. Developed by Macquarie University’s Cyber Skills Academy, ranked in the top 1% of universities globally and recognised as Australia’s leading cyber security school, this program blends academic rigor with real-world application. By the end of the Specialization, you’ll be equipped with the skills to design, build, and manage secure systems that combine software, cryptography, and AI, positioning you at the forefront of modern cyber defence.

This Specialization brings together three industry-relevant courses Digital Forensics, Mobile Security, and AI for Cyber Security to provide you with a complete foundation in modern cyber investigations. You’ll explore the full lifecycle of forensic practice: from retrieving and preserving digital evidence to analysing complex data sets, reporting findings, and understanding the legal frameworks that govern admissibility in court. You’ll gain the skills to investigate cybercrime across networks, and mobile devices, learning how to extract and interpret artefacts from iOS and Android systems, identify hidden data, and uncover evidence of fraud, harassment, or malicious activity. The program also equips you with cutting-edge expertise in artificial intelligence, giving you hands-on experience applying machine learning models to malware detection, network anomaly analysis, and adversarial defence. This forward looking skillset prepares you to lead investigations in an era where AI is reshaping both attacks and defences. Developed by Macquarie University’s Cyber Skills Academy, a top 1% of university globally and recognised as Australia’s leading cyber security school. Every course is co-designed with experts and tailored to the realities of the cyber workforce. By the end, you’ll have the confidence and practical skills to contribute to forensic investigations, strengthen organisational resilience, and build a career at the frontlines of digital defence.

Cybersecurity is essential for everyone who uses information or communications technologies. Whether it is your computer, tablet, or smartphone, if it is connected to a network, learn about the technical infrastructure that connects it to the Internet.