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By Betty Vandenbosch, Chief Content Officer, Coursera Companies throughout Latin America are rapidly growing and innovating, and the skills needed to succeed in the new workforce continue to evolve. In Mexico, for example, analytical thinking, innovation, and leadership are projected to be among the most in-demand skills for organizations in the coming years.   Today, we…

By Betty Vandenbosch, Chief Content Officer, Coursera  Today, I’m pleased to introduce three new master’s degree programs from leading global universities that will help students accelerate their careers in our digital economy.  Research shows that degree holders earn significantly more over their lifetimes than those without degrees. The potential is even greater for those with…

By Leah Belsky, Chief Enterprise Officer The double disruption of automation and the pandemic is rapidly reshaping labor markets globally. These forces have accelerated the Fourth Industrial Revolution in South Korea and around the world, and institutions are aligning their efforts to prepare workers for the digital economy.  The unemployment rates in South Korea reached…

New program prepares students for entry-level business careers while providing a seamless pathway to an MBA  By Betty Vandenbosch, Chief Content Officer, Coursera  Today, we are pleased to announce an online Bachelor of Science in General Business (BSGB) from the University of North Texas (UNT). New research finds that learners are prioritizing flexibility and career…

Most popular courses and projects show an increased interest in skills for entry-level digital jobs By Betty Vandenbosch, Chief Content Officer, Coursera  Each year, we take a moment to reflect back on global content trends on Coursera. The most popular courses and Guided Projects of 2021 illustrate a year of continued personal and professional growth,…

Announces new enterprise and campus customers to drive nation-wide upskilling By Coursera Today, we’re announcing a number of initiatives to accelerate growth in the Philippines. As demand for Coursera rises in the country, we are announcing new enterprise and campus customers and several platform innovations to better serve Filipino learners. With over 1.3 million registered…

By Betty Vandenbosch, Chief Content Officer at Coursera Today, we are pleased to announce that the IBM Cybersecurity Analyst, Data Analyst and Data Science Professional Certificates on Coursera have received American Council on Education (ACE®️) Credit Recommendations. Learners who complete any of these certificates are eligible to earn 10 to 12 college credits – the…

By Jeff Maggioncalda, CEO, Coursera Early in the pandemic, online learning shaped the response to a global crisis that changed the way we learn. More than a year later, new trends show that the combined force of online learning and remote work is creating a powerful opportunity to provide not just skills but more equitable…

By Leah Belsky, Chief Enterprise Officer, Coursera  Students entering today’s competitive job market need flexible pathways to a college degree and opportunities to learn career-specific skills. Today, we’re proud to announce two new initiatives to help broaden access to job-relevant learning for students of all backgrounds. Free certificates for any U.S. community college and CTE…

Anthony Tattersall, Vice President EMEA  Today, we proudly welcome Lukas Lewandowski as the company’s new regional leader for Germany, Austria, and Switzerland (DACH). Based in Germany, Lukas will be responsible for overseeing Coursera’s enterprise business growth in the region, aligning our content portfolio to match local skills demand, and expanding the local team.  Lukas brings…