Business Strategies for A Better World Specialization

You’re not just interested in making money. You’re interested in making a difference in the world too. Set your career and your business on the road to success by learning evidence-based strategies to achieve sustainable social impact: profits with purpose. This specialization was designed to give you the tools and strategies you need to create measurable social impact around the world – whether your impact goal is to create jobs, to reduce malnutrition, or to increase access to environmentally-friendly and affordable housing, or to make a positive difference in some other way. In these four courses taught by acclaimed Wharton professors, you’ll learn how to apply effective business strategies to real-world problems through a deep understanding of the global practices and trends shaping the world today. By the end of this Specialization, you’ll be able to:
● Lead, invest and make business decisions for social impact
● Analyze information about global trends to make more informed strategic business decisions
● Understand the role of corruption in societies so you can make better business decisions
● Develop, launch, test, and scale entrepreneurship projects which have high-potential of significant positive social impact

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Global Trends for Business and Society (Coursera) Coursera
University of Pennsylvania

Global Trends for Business and Society (Coursera)

Dive into the rapidly evolving landscape of global trends with our online course led by Professor Mauro Guillen of the Wharton School. Learn to analyze and understand the profound effects these trends have on consumer markets, labor forces, financial systems, and geopolitical relationships across the globe. Equip yourself with the knowledge to navigate a complex world and make informed decisions for your business.

Jun 1st 2026
4 Weeks
Social Entrepreneurship (Coursera) Coursera
University of Pennsylvania

Social Entrepreneurship (Coursera)

Embark on a journey towards societal transformation with our Social Entrepreneurship course. Designed for individuals and organizations, this program will equip you with the tools needed to identify and tackle pressing social problems effectively. Gain insights from experienced professors Jim Thompson and Ian 'Mac' MacMillan as they guide you through developing a strategy and framework for your social enterprise.

Jun 1st 2026
4 Weeks
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