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By Jeff Maggioncalda, Coursera CEO Today, the World Economic Forum (WEF) launched its Future of Jobs Report 2023 that analyzes the impact of current labor market disruptions and reveals the outlook for technology adoption, jobs, and skills in the next five years. Coursera is honored to partner with the WEF to conduct research for the…

By Jeff Maggioncalda, CEO of Coursera  Our annual Coursera Conference brings together leaders from across global higher education, industry, and governments to discuss critical trends, ecosystem collaborations, and technological advancements shaping the future of learning and work. This year’s conference, in its 11th edition, is particularly significant. The growing demand for remote jobs continues to…

By Marni Baker Stein, Chief Content Officer, Coursera  We are excited to announce two new advanced Professional Certificates from Google in Advanced Data Analytics and Business Intelligence, available on Coursera today. The new certificates are designed for learners who have already completed the entry-level Google Data Analytics certificate or have prior experience in the field.…

By Jeff Maggioncalda, CEO, Coursera Coursera was founded to provide universal access to world-class learning so that anyone, anywhere, has the power to transform their life through learning. Our mission is deeply rooted in our business. It is what inspires our team members, attracts our partners, and enables our customers to make high-quality education a…

By Marni Baker Stein, Chief Content Officer at Coursera Today, I’m happy to announce an online Master of Computer Science* from the Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (PUCP), the No. 1 university in Peru and one of the top 15 universities in Latin America. This is the first degree from a Peruvian university on Coursera.…

By Trena Minudri, Coursera Chief Learning Officer Ongoing economic instability and corporate cost cutting are causing L&D budgets to shrink and every remaining dollar spent is being scrutinized. In 2022, 54% of HR leaders agreed that leadership often sees L&D as a cost and not as an investment. Learning leaders are under more pressure than…

Modern leadership skills, such as strategic thinking, emotional intelligence, resilience, and agility, have changed significantly with remote work and digital transformation.  Our latest research, Making of a Modern Leader: Do Your Employees Have the Skills To Lead Through Change? explores what leadership means today and the skills our employees need to connect, inspire, and thrive.…

By Marni Baker Stein, Chief Content Officer at Coursera We’re excited to announce an entry-level Career Coach and Navigator Professional Certificate from Goodwill®, Coursera’s newest industry partner and long-time collaborator in workforce development. The certificate is designed to prepare learners of all backgrounds – no college degree or prior experience required – for a role as a…

Today, we are excited to announce that Chris McCarthy, President/CEO of Showtime/Paramount Media Networks and MTV Entertainment Studios, has joined Coursera’s Board of Directors. Chris has produced some of the biggest shows on TV, using the power of content to shift perceptions and make a positive impact on important social issues such as mental health,…

By Jeff Maggioncalda, CEO, Coursera Partners power Coursera. It is their expertise, content, and credentials that bring over 110 million learners to the platform to transform their lives. As we continue to expand these valuable partnerships and the job-relevant content on Coursera, I’m pleased to welcome Marni Baker Stein as our new Chief Content Officer,…