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Business Foundations: Organizations, Planning, Finance

This course is designed to explore the essential elements that underpin business success. It offers a comprehensive examination of three critical pillars strategy, finance, and organizational dynamics.

Eric Zackrison
Eric Zackrison
Business | core | 1 hour |   Published: Aug 2024
In partnership with: Coursera

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Overview

1KSTUDENTS*
94.6%RECOMMEND*

This course includes:

  • 60 minutes of on-demand video  
  • Certificate of completion  
  • Direct access/chat with the instructor 
  • 100% self-paced online 

Dive into 'Mastering Business Essentials: Strategy, Finance, and Organization,' a course crafted to examine three critical pillars of business success. We've distilled complex ideas into practical, easy-to-understand lessons on strategy, finance, and organizational dynamics. This is about plotting a course for success, managing your finances smartly, and understanding the heartbeat of an organization. As we navigate through strategic planning, financial fundamentals, and the building blocks of a strong organization, you'll gain insights and tools to make informed decisions, effectively manage resources, and smoothly sail through the challenges of the business world. By combining theory with real-life examples, this course is designed to empower you and your team to navigate the business landscape with confidence and clarity.

Skills You Will Gain

Budgeting
Business Analysis
Financial Literacy
Financial Reporting
Organizational Culture
Strategy
Team Dynamics

Learning Outcomes (At The End Of This Program, You Will Be Able To...)

  • Apply strategic thinking to define and achieve business objectives. 
  • Identify and utilize financial information to make informed business decisions. 
  • Recognize and apply organizational dynamics to enhance team performance and company culture. 

Prerequisites

  • Basic understanding of business concepts 
  • Interest in business strategy and finance 
  • Willingness to learn and apply new concepts.
  • Basic numeracy skills 

Who Should Attend

Entrepreneurs, Small Business Owners, Mid-level Managers, Aspiring Business Leaders, Management Students, Professionals Seeking to Transition into Business Roles.

Curriculum

Instructors

*Where courses have been offered multiple times, the “# Students” includes all students who have enrolled. The “%Recommended” shown is also based on this data.
1Module 1: The Essentials of Business Strategy
2Module 2: Understanding Finance in Business
3Module 3: Navigating Organizational Dynamics

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Segment 01: Introduction to the Course & Meet Your Instructor

Segment 02: Scaffolding Good Strategy: Values, Mission and Vision

Segment 03: Industry Analysis

Segment 04: Competitor Analysis

Segment 05: Assessing Resources and Capabilities

Segment 06: Putting it all Together - Making Strategic Choices

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Segment 11: Building Effective Teams

Segment 12: Leadership and Motivation

Segment 13: Managing Change

Segment 14: Creating a Positive Organizational Culture

Segment 15: Congratulations and Continuous Learning Journey

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Segment 07: Financial Statements Explained

Segment 08: Budgeting and Forecasting

Segment 09: Making Smart Decisions – Understanding ROI and NPV

Segment 10: Understanding Risk and Mitigation

Eric Zackrison

Eric Zackrison

Eric has had a distinguished 30-year career as a restaurant manager and owner. After attaining an MBA and MA from Missouri State University, he earned a PhD in Organizational Communication from UCSB. His research focuses on the coordination of work, team dynamics, leadership, and relationships in the workplace. Currently, Eric teaches in the Department of Technology Management at UCSB, where he works with both undergraduate and graduate students on subjects such as entrepreneurship, management, leadership, strategy, communication, and persuasion. He also teaches Organizational Behavior and Sustainable Business Practices for the MBA program at California Lutheran University. In addition to his academic roles, Eric runs his consulting company, Effectiveness Consultants, where he collaborates with a wide range of organizations on leadership development, team building, and strategy. He also supports small businesses through two non-profits, WEV and the EDC-SBDC, helping them tackle challenges like market validation and day-to-day operations management. Furthermore, Eric has amassed over 1 million paid views of online courses across various platforms.
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