Business & Management courses

Build on your learning from Intermediate Accounting I UGBA X421.1 by focusing on developing financial statements that clearly and accurately depict a company's performance. You'll study stockholders' equity, earnings per share, income taxes, leases, pensions,…

Explore the fundamentals of fraud detection and forensic accounting in this practical, case-based course. Learn how to identify red flags, investigate financial misconduct, and apply tools and techniques used by forensic accountants. Ideal for professionals…

Understand the powerful role that employment benefits play in a person's financial plan, with special emphasis on tax-advantaged retirement savings. Topics include IRAs; defined contribution, defined benefit and non-qualified plans; cash compensation; stock…

Explore the six core areas of human resources: management practices; selection and placement; training and development; compensation and benefits; employee and labor relations; and health, safety and security. Learn how these areas function within an…

MIT xPRO's Supply Chain Management: Leading with AI and Digital Transformation course delves into the strategic integration of artificial intelligence and digital tools to revolutionize supply chain operations. This Business & Management program equips…

Gain a complete overview of the business analysis profession, as well as the knowledge, tools and techniques used by BAs. This course is appropriate for students wanting to learn more about the profession. It also provides a framework for certificate seekers…

Master the ability to identify a business need using enterprise and requirements analysis, which lets you refine and clarify the definition of that need and define a solution scope that can be feasibly implemented by the business. You learn how enterprise…

Understand the goals, processes and operations of business enterprises. Examine the functions that a company must effectively manage to be successful, such as accounting, finance, human resource management, marketing, operations management and strategic…

Learn to be more confident and effective when making written and oral presentations. Coursework includes drafting a wide range of documents—including emails, memos, letters and reports—as well as learning interpersonal communication techniques and…

This course examines how emotional intelligence shapes the use and perception of power within modern organizational structures. Students will explore how individuals lead, communicate, and make decisions in environments influenced by both formal authority and…

Business history is full of instances where companies ignored risk management practices and incurred significant losses. In this course you learn about Enterprise Risk Management (ERM). ERM encompasses all risks to which an enterprise (company or other type…

In this intermediate-level course, you explore the standards of ethics for accountants and auditors. Study the nature and scope of ethics standards and the need for them in business and society. You also learn professional codes of conduct for principal…

Look at the financial industry and practice within the context of behavioral theory to understand individuals' psychological aspects and reactions to financial markets and economic conditions. More than three decades of academic research on how human behavior…

Become familiar with legislation and court decisions significant to human resources so that you can appreciate the concern related to employee rights and the sensitive nature of the employer’s role in dealing with evolving human resources management issues.…

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This course explores the growing role of AI technologies in real estate markets, covering topics such as property valuation, predictive analytics, use of machine learning to optimize investment strategies, location selection, and migration patterns so…

This course introduces marketers, strategists, and digital professionals to the practical use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in today’s marketing landscape. Through hands-on exercises and real-world examples, students will learn how to use AI tools to…

Take a deep look into the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in strategic management. You study the pragmatic applications that can bring rapid value across businesses and yield insights that are not duplicable. You examine the volume and complexity of data…

Offered by MIT xPRO, the Understanding Organizational Strategy and Capabilities course delves into the principles of Business & Management, focusing on MIT’s renowned Dynamic Work Design methodology. This course equips leaders with the tools to influence…

Understand international finance from both corporate and international banking viewpoints, as well as financial constraints on international business and differences between domestic and international environments. Examine the international monetary system,…

This is a dynamic course introducing an interdisciplinary program that explores the powerful intersection of talent, commerce, and cultural influence in sports and entertainment. Discover how athletes and artists build sustainable brands, negotiate power…

Gain an in-depth study of the tax-oriented decisions and personal considerations that constitute an effective estate plan. Lectures and discussions cover the provisions of recent federal tax legislation and its impact on estate planning. You will analyze…

Gain a strong understanding of business process management (BPM) fundamentals, with particular attention on process modeling, analysis, design, transformation and organization. You focus on practical applications that enable immediate use of these tools and…

Examine HR's shift away from an administrative function to a more strategic vision within the organization that aims to bring high-value contributions to business success. Understand the changing role of HR, and learn how to develop and present initiatives…

Survey risk management in the areas of life and health insurance; annuities; and property, casualty and liability coverage. Learn how to determine insurance needs, evaluate various insurance plans and evaluate contract selection criteria from a cost-benefit…

This course provides an overview of the Business of Sport, blending theoretical knowledge with practical application, while exposing students to a diverse range of career opportunities across professional, collegiate, interscholastic/youth, and recreational…

MIT xPRO's Global Manufacturing and Supply Chain Leadership: AI-Driven Transformation course delves into the intersection of Business & Management with cutting-edge AI technologies. This program equips professionals with advanced frameworks to creatively…

Examine the current legal and social issues that impact the employee-employer relationship, and the practical actions in order to address them. Using a contemporary and practical framework for the employee-relations discipline, you take a dynamic…

Harvard University's Microeconomic Theory course delves into the fundamental principles of economics within the Business & Management domain. This rigorous academic offering equips students with analytical tools to understand market behaviors, consumer…

Prepare for the popular PMP® exam by the Project Management Institute (PMI)® with four full days of structured review of the key project domains and required knowledge needed to pass the exam. The course material follows the sequence of a project life cycle…

Experienced Agile professionals are in high demand across all industries. This course provides comprehensive instruction in the nine popular Agile methodologies for students to stay relevant and sought after. Students learn to compare traditional project…

The use of Agile is quickly becoming the new norm. This course covers SCRUM and Kanban as the most popular agile and lean processes for enabling fast delivery of projects while shifting culture to teamwork, collaboration and continuous improvement. Students…

Scaling Agile is difficult, with a lack of available experienced professionals. This course covers essential concepts and processes to implement Agile within large enterprises, including planning and prioritization, discipline, project management, distributed…

This course provides insight about the tools, techniques and strategies needed to develop content that draws in your target audience along their consumer journey, optimize your website architecture and build inbound links to improve search rankings. Learn…

This course is designed to help students who plan to sit for the PHR (Professional in Human Resources) or SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources) examinations. The course uses the HRCP (Human Resource Certification Preparation) materials and test bank…

We face an increasing number of ethical issues in the business world and in our personal lives. The business scandals of recent years have highlighted the importance of ethical behavior in the business environment. For CEOs and all business professionals, a…

The second course in our two-part event management essentials series provides advanced knowledge and skills needed to enable you to organize a successful event. Topics covered include event technology, food and beverage fundamentals, onsite management,…

The first course in our two-part event management essentials series covers the core basics from idea generation to successful completion. Topics covered include the meetings industry and profession, strategic meetings, project and meeting management, event…

Today's HR professionals function as a key source of ethical awareness for managers and employees. This course heightens awareness of when integrity and an understanding of ethical issues are required, not only when advising others, but also when addressing…

Teams of all sorts--management, project, new product, production and customer service--are common in organizations today. However, results in task accomplishment are mixed, success rates low and there is a lot of confusion about what really works. This…

All supervisors and managers--especially those newly responsible for directing the work of others--can become change agents if they understand the role of the "leader." To develop this understanding, you must start with an awareness of your own communication…

What are the attributes of quality leadership? How do we lead so that our co-workers, supervisors and customers will want to follow? Quality leaders create a compelling vision of the future and develop the strategies to achieve it. They lead with both…

Master the essentials of Project Management, bridging theoretical concepts with hands-on techniques to drive projects to successful completion. Elevate your project management prowess by adeptly engaging stakeholders and harmonizing diverse processes within a…

Explore causes of risk on your projects and examine impacts by the triple constraint, workforce and vendors. Learn to apply optimized risk response strategies for successful execution and completion of your projects. Minimize risk impacts from procurement…

Achieve a competitive advantage by applying data-driven improvement methodologies to manage quality measures on your projects to meet and exceed customer expectations. Sharpen your leadership skills to attain your project goals alongside team members and…

Navigate the intricate balance between scope, time, and cost to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery. This comprehensive course delves into essential concepts like earned value management, empowering you to effectively track schedule and cost…

This course provides interactive training on the project management framework and foundation using a single project from start to finish spanning across all five phases in a project life cycle. Students work in groups as consultants and apply hands-on…

The internship course provides eligible students an opportunity to earn elective credit toward the certificate program based on an internship position--comprised of at least 120 hours of practical application of course material--that the student has secured…

This course introduces international business law through an examination of "real world" case studies and contemporary legal problems via a nontechnical approach to the law. Topics include legal rules, contracts, international arbitration, and the impact of…

This course covers the international transportation of goods by cost-effective methods through analysis of the structure of ocean and air transport systems in global distribution and single-factor pricing of combination carrier shipments. Other topics include…