Coursera is a global online learning platform offering high‑quality courses from top
universities and industry leaders. Through A‑State’s partnership with Coursera, students,
faculty, staff, and alumni can access hundreds of courses for free to build new skills,
boost résumés, and explore career interests. Opportunities include professional certificates
and, in some cases, the option to earn academic credit!
Through our partnership with Coursera, there's something for everyone. With 600+ online
courses covering fields like marketing, social media, coding, customer service, and
more, you can learn completely at your own pace. Courses range from quick 30-minute
lessons to multi-month programs, all designed to work with your schedule.
All enrolled A-State students with a university email are eligible for the Coursera
Career Academy. You'll gain access to 600+ courses and can earn industry-recognized
certificates from organizations like Google, Meta, and IBM. Some courses may even
be applied toward real academic credit!
How to Get Started
How to Find a Course
A-State faculty and staff have access to hundreds of courses focused on professional
growth and micro-credentialing. You can earn certificates from industry leaders while
gaining skills relevant to today's workplace. Looking for more options than what's
listed? Coursera Plus is also available!
Faculty can also integrate Coursera assignments into their courses, giving students
the opportunity to earn additional credentials alongside their degree.
About Coursera Plus
About Integrating Coursera with Canvas
A‑State alumni can request Coursera access through the Alumni Office. Once approved,
you’ll have access to hundreds of self‑paced courses to sharpen your skills, earn
professional certificates, and stay competitive in the workforce.
How to Get Started
Interested in what Coursera has to offer? Browse a small sample of available certificates
and courses below to get a snapshot of the wide range of subjects and learning opportunities
available.
Digital Marketing Certificate
Professional Certificate | Google
Learn the fundamentals of digital marketing and e-commerce to gain the skills needed
to land an entry-level job with this certificate by Google. You'll learn how to attract
and engage customers through email and search, measure marketing performance, and
grow customer loyalty.
iOS App Developer Certificate
Professional Certificate | Meta
Gain the skills required for an entry-level career as an iOS developer with this certificate
from Meta. You'll learn the fundamentals of programming, how to create applications
for iOS, and create a portfolio that shows your ability to publish and deploy iOS
apps.
Medical Office Manager Certificate
Professional Certificate | Johns Hopkins University
This certificate from Johns Hopkins University prepares you for an entry-level role
as a Medical Office Manager, responsible for overseeing staff, managing patient records,
billing, coding, and ensuring compliance in healthcare practices.
Preparation for Job Interviews
Guided Project | Coursera
You will be guided on how to prepare for different types of job interviews, and how
to answer some of the most common interview questions. This course can be completed
in less than 2 hours!
Microsoft Excel for Beginners
Guided Project | Coursera
In this 1-hour course, you will be introduced to the basics of making spreadsheets
in Microsoft Excel. The skills you learn in this course can also be applied to other
spreadsheet programs, such as Google Sheets.
Adobe Premiere Pro for Beginners
Guided Project | Coursera
Learn how to create and edit stunning video content with Adobe Premiere Pro in this
2-hour course. You'll learn the basics of using timelines, organizing clips, color
grading, sound design, and more!
