This specialization provides a comprehensive understanding of business analytics and essential management skills. Learners will master Excel for data analysis, financial statement analysis, and process management. The courses are designed to equip professionals with the tools needed to enhance business value and operational efficiency.
Business Management Essentials Specialization
Business Management Essentials Specialization
Master Business Analytics and Essentials. Gain essential skills in Excel, financial analysis, and process management to drive business success
Instructors: Smriti Anand
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Intermediate level
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3 months at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
(40 reviews)
Intermediate level
Recommended experience
3 months at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers
What you'll learn
How to analyze and interpret business data to drive strategic decisions.
Techniques for optimizing business operations and improving financial performance.
Leadership skills to effectively manage teams and projects in a data-driven environment.
Overview
Skills you'll gain
- Process Improvement
- Leadership and Management
- Business Strategy
- Inventory Accounting
- Financial Analysis
- Brand Management
- Organizational Change
- Strategic Marketing
- Data Analysis
- Leadership
- Business Process Management
- People Management
- Process Management
- Team Leadership
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Financial Statements
- Financial Management
- Global Marketing
- Business Process
- Marketing
What’s included
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Taught in English
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May 2025
143 practice exercises
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- Develop a deep understanding of key concepts
- Earn a career certificate from Illinois Tech
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What you'll learn
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Skills you'll gain
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What you'll learn
Skills you'll gain
Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Analysis, Cash Flows, Financial Forecasting, Financial Statements, Balance Sheet, Inventory Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Income Statement, Working Capital, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Financial Accounting, Fraud detection, and Trend Analysis
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This Specialization is part of the following degree program(s) offered by Illinois Tech. If you are admitted and enroll, your completed coursework may count toward your degree learning and your progress can transfer with you.¹
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Frequently asked questions
No, it’s not required—but it is recommended that you follow the course sequence listed on the specialization landing page. This order is designed to help you build your skills progressively, from foundational concepts to more advanced topics.
No, this specialization is open to all MOOC learners. You do not need to be an admitted degree-seeking student to complete the specialization and receive a Coursera–IIT co-branded non-credit certificate.
This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.
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