Coursera is an online learning platform that partners with leading universities and organizations worldwide to offer courses, certificates, and degree programs in various fields. Founded in 2012, it provides both free and paid content designed to help individuals advance their careers, gain new skills, or pursue personal interests.
Key Features:
- Professional Certificates and Degrees:
- Offers industry-relevant certificates such as Google Data Analytics, IBM Data Engineering, and Microsoft Public Relations.
- Provides bachelor’s and master’s degree programs from institutions like the University of Illinois and University College London.
- Flexible Learning:
- Allows users to learn at their own pace, making it ideal for professionals and students alike.
- Courses can be audited for free, while certificates and graded assessments require payment.
- Focus on Emerging Skills:
- Recently expanded its offerings to include programs in generative AI, cybersecurity, and other tech-forward topics​.
- Enterprise Solutions:
- Offers Coursera for Business, a platform tailored for companies to upskill employees with curated learning paths and analytics tools​.
For more information, visit Coursera’s website.