- Level Foundation
- المدة 22 ساعات hours
- الطبع بواسطة University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
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In this course, you will learn how to communicate using common organizational language, concepts, and frameworks useful for decision-making and problem-solving. The professional business skills related to business concepts and language gained through this course will help you to succeed working in any organization.الوحدات
Course Introduction
1
Discussions
- Getting to Know Your Classmates
2
Videos
- Meet Professor Elizabeth Luckman
- Course Introduction
3
Readings
- Syllabus
- About the Discussion Forums
- Updating Your Profile
Module 1 Information
3
Videos
- Meet Professor Deepak Somaya
- Module 1 Introduction
- Executive Interviews Introduction
2
Readings
- Module 1 Readings
- Glossary
Mission, Vision & Values
3
Videos
- Mission, Vision & Values
- Executive Expertise: Mission and Values
- Mission and Values: Role of Leadership
Business Model and Business Model Innovation
3
Videos
- Introduction to Business Models
- The V.A.R.S. Framework, Part 1
- The V.A.R.S. Framework, Part 2
Coherence, Fit and SWOT
1
Videos
- Coherence, Fit and SWOT
Module 1 Activities
1
Assignment
- Leading Strategically: Quiz
1
Peer Review
- Leading Strategically: Peer Assessment
1
Discussions
- Module 1 Discussion
2
Videos
- Case Introduction – Uber
- Uber Case Study Summary
2
Readings
- Instructions for Case Study Analysis – Uber
- Module 1 Discussion Points
Module 2 Information
2
Readings
- Module 2 Readings
- Glossary
General Business Strategies
2
Videos
- Generic Business Strategies
- Executive Expertise: Strategic Positioning
Dual Strategies
1
Videos
- Dual Strategies
Strategic Renewal
2
Videos
- Strategic Renewal
- The Manager’s Journey: Advice from Our Experts
Module 2 Activities
1
Assignment
- Strategic Positioning and Strategic Renewal: Quiz
Module 3 Information
2
Videos
- Meet Professor Hayden Noel
- Meet Professor Geoff Love
1
Readings
- Module 3 Readings
Marketing Fundamentals I
1
Assignment
- Marketing Fundamentals I Quiz
4
Videos
- Overview
- The Story of Segway
- Creating Value
- The Marketing Strategy Process
Marketing Fundamentals II
1
Assignment
- Marketing Fundamentals II Quiz
5
Videos
- What Is a Product?
- What Is a Service?
- Levels of Product
- Product Mix Decisions
- Product Life Cycle
Managing Innovation
1
Assignment
- Managing Innovation: Quiz
6
Videos
- Introduction
- Challenges in the Evolution of New Technologies and Markets
- How Organizations Succeed and Fail as Markets Grow and Change
- Ambidextrous Organizations
- Leading Ambidextrous Organizations Part 1
- Leading Ambidextrous Organizations Part 2
Module 4 Information
1
Readings
- Module 4 Readings
Financial Accounting Concepts
6
Videos
- What Is Accounting?
- Why Are Financial Statements Important?
- How Do You Perform?
- A Look at Cost of Goods Sold
- Finishing Out Income Statements
- How Did You Manage Cash?
Non-Financial Measurement
4
Videos
- Non-Financial Performance Measures
- Strategic Performance Measurement Systems
- Performance Measurement Issues
- Subjective Performance Evaluation
Module 4 Activities
1
Assignment
- Non-Financial Measures Quiz
Module 5 Information
2
Videos
- About Professor Ron Guymon
- About Professor Jessen Hobson
Analysis and an Analytical Mindset
6
Videos
- Turning Business Data Into Business Insights
- Your Mind is The Most Important Tool
- Analytics Mindset: System 1 vs System 2
- Inductive Versus Deductive Reasoning
- Data Analytics Modeling Pipeline
- Business Analytics Key Terms
Module 5 Activities
1
Assignment
- Analytics Mindset: Quiz
Module 6 Information
1
Videos
- Meet Professor Kevin Hartman
Pictures You See With Your Brain
1
Assignment
- Pictures You See with Your Brain: Quiz
4
Videos
- Studying The History of Dataviz
- Understanding Today's Dataviz Tools
- Making Connections With Visuals
- Evaluating The Effectiveness Of Dataviz
1
Readings
- Lesson Readings
Thinking Fast and Slow
1
Assignment
- Working Fast and Thinking Slow: Quiz
4
Videos
- Understanding The Growth Of Data
- Evaluating Methods Of Data Access
- Focusing Your Communication Journey
- Planning Your Data Story
1
Readings
- Lesson Readings
Finding Your Data Story
1
Assignment
- Finding Your Data Story: Quiz
4
Videos
- Finding Patterns In Data
- Being Planful When Creating Dataviz
- Understanding The Components of Visual Form
- Enriching Content Through Connection
1
Readings
- Lesson Readings
Module 6 Peer Review Assignment
1
Peer Review
- Finding Your Data Story: Peer Review Assignment
Course Conclusion
1
Videos
- Concluding the Course
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Discover "Organizational Concepts and Language," a foundational course in Personal Development offered by Coursera. Enhance your communication skills with common organizational language, concepts, and frameworks essential for effective decision-making and problem-solving. This 1320-minute course equips you with professional business skills applicable across any organization. Available through Starter, Professional, and Paid subscriptions, it's perfect for those looking to excel in their careers.

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