Wondering where learning can take you?
Explore stories from the Coursera community:
“I study and learn because my country needs help. We need to encourage Syrian youth to participate in the peace-building process and fight for social justice.”
Ehab B., learning from Germany
“Coursera is a game-changer just for leveling the playing field. It allows you to get a high-quality degree at a rate that you can afford. Getting my degree from the University of Illinois is something I’m very proud of. Earning my MBA gives me confidence.”
Kara A., learning from the USA
“Coursera has changed my life. I’m achieving my dreams and continuously growing in my career. I want to raise awareness for Coursera as a learning destination for all people, especially in my country, because we don’t have data science and AI degrees in Lebanon.”
Mo R., learning from Lebanon
“Coursera introduced me to the world of AI and now I can’t stay away! I’m a medical student exploring how AI can be used to solve healthcare delivery problems in West Africa.”
Paulina M., learning from Ghana
“When I was five years old, I lost 85% of my vision. I use Windows Magnifier and screen reading software to learn online. Thanks to the courses I completed on Coursera, and my Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science, I got my first job as a data analyst.”
Bharathan M., learning from India
“After I got pregnant, I didn’t know how I’d manage traveling for my sales job with a small child. I started working on the IBM Data Science Professional Certificate, and I really loved it. It was scary, thinking, “Can I change careers now?” But the course gave me the confidence to proceed.”
Emma S., learning from Australia
“I was unemployed for two long years, but today, I feel very accomplished. When I face challenges, I know that my current situation doesn’t define my future. Not only is my resume filled with the names of world-class institutions, but each certificate brings me closer to my career goals.”
Rayan B., learning from Brazil