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Coursera for Business Expands into the Middle East
By Leah Belsky, Vice President of Enterprise
Coursera for Business Expands into the Middle East
February 13, 2019
The future of learning and the future of work are converging. At a time when globalization, technological advancements, and social networks are reshaping our lives, they are also causing a rate of change that is outpacing human adaptability. This is what inspired us to launch Coursera for Business in 2016 -  to partner with governments…
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Coursera Launches Health Content for Tomorrow’s Health Professionals
By Daphne Koller, Co-Founder of Coursera
Coursera Launches Health Content for Tomorrow’s Health Professionals
January 17, 2019
Special Message from Coursera Co-Founder Daphne Koller The world needs more health workers. The global population is growing and aging—by 2030, there will be at least 300 million more people aged 65 years and above than there were in 2014. This demographic shift, along with changes in diet, pollution, and other factors, are driving an…
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Coursera Welcomes Dil Sidhu as Chief Content Officer
By: Jeff Maggioncalda, CEO Coursera
Coursera Welcomes Dil Sidhu as Chief Content Officer
January 3, 2019
Providing access to the world’s best education is central to our mission of transforming lives through learning. Coursera is fortunate to partner with 170 of the world’s top universities and industry educators to offer the highest quality learning content that empowers 37 million learners around the world. Throughout our journey, our partnerships have evolved alongside…
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End of the Year Round-Up 2018
End of the Year Round-Up 2018
December 12, 2018
  By Shravan Goli, Chief Product Officer, Coursera In a world where 50% of the jobs are at the risk of automation, and more than 300M people entering the workforce in the next 10 years, Coursera’s goal is to provide learners with access to high-quality content and skills that enable them to make a smooth…
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Join Coursera’s New Community
Join Coursera’s New Community
December 10, 2018
Do you want to connect with people from around the world who are excited about learning and passionate about the same subject as you? Do you wish you could meet people who are a few steps ahead of you in your chosen career and ask for their advice? Do you need course recommendations or would…
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The Corporate Zeitgeist of 2018: Workforce Transformation
The Corporate Zeitgeist of 2018: Workforce Transformation
November 29, 2018
By Shwetabh Mittal, Director, Product Management and Corporate Strategy It’s been a big year for Coursera for Business — we grew 300% since 2017, increased our portfolio to over 1,500 customers globally, and expanded Coursera for Business to small and medium-sized businesses. We made deep inroads in industries like technology, banking, and professional services and…
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