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      Advancing Women in Tech

      The Business of Product Management I

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership and Management, Product Management, Product Strategy, Marketing, Product Marketing, Strategy and Operations, Business Process Management, Design and Product, Market Analysis

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      773 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Infonomics II: Business Information Management and Measurement

      Skills you'll gain: Data Management, Leadership and Management, Data Analysis, Accounting, Big Data, Innovation, Strategy

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      ESSEC Business School

      Case studies in business analytics with ACCENTURE

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      205 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Business Case Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      What is Corruption: Anti-Corruption and Compliance

      Skills you'll gain: Finance, Regulations and Compliance, Operations Management, Risk Management

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      585 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Starweaver

      Launching Your Online Business: Strategies for Success

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Marketing, E-Commerce, Operations Management, Strategy

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Washington

      Business English: Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Business Communication, Communication, Planning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      167 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Managerial Accounting: Tools for Facilitating and Guiding Business Decisions

      Skills you'll gain: Accounting, Leadership and Management, Management Accounting, Account Management, Cost Accounting, Decision Making, Financial Accounting, Financial Analysis, Financial Management, Budget Management

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      619 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Copyright for Educators & Librarians

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      579 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Design a Professional Business card with QR code using Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Graphics, Graphic Design

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      106 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Goldman Sachs

      Grow Your Business with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women

      Skills you'll gain: Business Development, Entrepreneurship, Planning, Strategy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      915 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Use Canva to Create Social Media Visuals for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Graphics, Creativity, Digital Marketing, Graphic Design, Marketing, Social Media

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular business law courses

    • The Business of Product Management I: Advancing Women in Tech
    • Infonomics II: Business Information Management and Measurement: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Case studies in business analytics with ACCENTURE: ESSEC Business School
    • Business Case Analysis: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • What is Corruption: Anti-Corruption and Compliance: University of Pennsylvania
    • Launching Your Online Business: Strategies for Success: Starweaver
    • Business English: Capstone Project: University of Washington
    • Managerial Accounting: Tools for Facilitating and Guiding Business Decisions: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Copyright for Educators & Librarians: Duke University
    • Design a Professional Business card with QR code using Canva: Coursera Project Network

    Frequently Asked Questions about Business Law

    Business law is a wide-ranging subject covering all of the legal requirements a company must follow throughout its life-cycle. This may include laws and regulations governing business formation, funding, and ongoing operations and corporate governance. Ensuring compliance with all applicable laws is an important component of business risk management, and these laws may also shape business strategy.

    Sometimes, business law is used interchangeably with corporate law, which focuses primarily on the legal structures, governance, and fundraising of businesses. There are different advantages and disadvantages to consider when establishing a business as a limited liability company (LLC) or a corporation (Inc), for example. Similarly, companies must consider legal ramifications when deciding on a financing strategy; for instance, going public with an initial public offering (IPO) has many requirements governing shareholder obligations and accounting disclosures.

    More broadly, business law may encompass many aspects of commercial law that governs ongoing operations such as business transactions and how companies interact with their customers. This may include contract law, intellectual property law, environmental regulations, privacy compliance, and other types of consumer protections. Violating any of these legal obligations can expose a company to significant costs from fines and other legal penalties as well as reputational damage, making awareness and adherence of them essential.‎

    Business law impacts all areas of a company, but roles in certain departments are particularly important for ensuring compliance. Financial managers and accountants need to ensure proper procedures are in place to produce accurate financial statements, which businesses are required by law to provide for lenders, shareholders, taxation authorities, and other stakeholders. Human resources managers similarly have a responsibility to ensure that contracts, benefits, hiring practices, and other aspects of employee relations are in full compliance with the law.

    Professionals with a strong interest in business law may wish to become lawyers specializing in advising companies on these matters. Often called corporate counsels or in-house counsels, these lawyers advise executives on all manner of legal issues related to business formation and operations. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, lawyers earned a median annual wage of $122,960 as of May 2019, and typically complete a bachelor’s degree in English, government, history, or economics before attending a 3-year law school program.‎

    Absolutely. Coursera offers courses and Specialization in business law and related topics like corporate law, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance. These courses are delivered by top-ranked institutions like the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and the ability to complete work remotely on a flexible schedule makes learning on Coursera a great choice for students as well as mid-career professionals looking to expand their skill set.‎

    The skills and experience you might need to already have before starting to learn business law include critical reading, writing, and analytical thinking skills. These skills, along with problem-solving, oral communication, and research skills are useful for individuals who want to learn business law and other types of law. Although it’s not necessary, having an understanding of how businesses run and being familiar with terms like balance sheet and income statement may be helpful before you start learning about business law. Presentation and negotiation skills can also come in handy.‎

    Those best suited for roles in business law tend to be inquisitive, willing to adapt to changes within an organization, and genuinely interested in understanding how laws and regulations affect the company. They typically enjoy solving problems and spending time researching complex legal issues. Individuals who work in business law and related fields tend to be detail-oriented and able to communicate with others in a variety of situations. They often immerse themselves in the operations of a company and spend time understanding the needs of an organization and the people within it, especially if they're a stakeholder in the organization.‎

    Learning about business law may be right for you if you're passionate about negotiating deals, interpreting laws and regulations, and preparing legal documents like contracts and deeds. You may enjoy advising business leaders and keeping up with the latest rules that apply to a specific industry. If you're a business owner, learning business law may help you understand topics like contracts, forms, and government regulations and how they apply to your company. Subject matter that address international business law topics may be beneficial if your company does business overseas. If you're planning to take a CPA exam, you may find learning business law useful as part of your exam preparation.‎

    Online Business Law courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your existing knowledge or learn new Business Law skills. With a wide range of Business Law classes, you can conveniently learn at your own pace to advance your Business Law career skills.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Business Law, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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