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25 Best Governance Courses Online

We compared 25 Governance courses currently listed on Coursera, edX and Udemy, priced from $19.99 to $199.99. 4 come from a named university or institution, including Macquarie University, Imperial College London and Royal Holloway, University of London & University of London. They are ordered by our CourseAsk score, which is built from how thoroughly each course describes what it teaches, whether it comes from a named institution, and how it compares on price — not from star ratings, which our course data does not include.

Courses compared
25
Price range
$19.99 – $199.99
Providers
Coursera, edX, Udemy
Last updated
30 Aug 2026
How these 25 courses were chosen

Every course below is a real, currently listed course from Coursera, edX, Udemy, matched to "governance" by our catalog and ordered by our CourseAsk score. Courses whose own title names the topic rank above those only tagged with it.

The grade on each entry scores how much the provider publishes about the course before you pay — the length and detail of the description, whether it lists learning outcomes and objectives — and whether a named university or institution stands behind it. A is fully documented and institution-backed; E is little more than a title and a price. Courses with almost nothing published are left ungraded rather than marked down, because an unknown course and a poor one are not the same thing.

There are no star ratings on this page — the course feeds we license do not include them, and we would rather leave a column out than fill it with a number we cannot stand behind. What we do have is price: these range from $19.99 to $199.99, as listed by the provider when we last updated the page.

  1. 1
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Cyber Security: Essentials for Governance, Risk & Compliance

    Offered by Macquarie University

    This Specialization brings together three industry-relevant courses, Cyber Security: GRC Part 1 Governance, Cyber Security: GRC Part 2 Risk Management and Compliance, and Cyber Security: Incident Response Theory to Pract...

    $49.00
    listed price
  2. 2
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Risk governance: Manage the risks

    Offered by Macquarie University

    All organisations must grapple with fundamental issues at the heart of governance: who are our stakeholders? What are their objectives? How can we ensure these objectives are met as effectively as possible? How can we en...

    $69.00
    listed price
  3. 3
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Global Health Challenges and Governance

    Offered by Imperial College London

    This specialisation serves to introduce and integrate the key concepts of global health, globalisation and governance to understanding major challenges and threats to global health. It aims to provide learners with oppor...

    $49.00
    listed price
  4. 4
    Coursera Certificate Grade A University-backed

    Cyber Security – Technology and Governance

    Offered by Royal Holloway, University of London & University of London

    This specialisation covers topics ranging from the security of computer system and networks, to the key role of human aspects in cybercrime. You will learn fundamental concepts related to computer system core components...

    $49.00
    listed price
  5. 5
    edX MOOC / Non-credit Grade A University-backed

    Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Standards and Practices for Islamic Financial Institutions

    Offered by Islamic Development Bank Institute

    This advanced online course offers a comprehensive exploration of how Islamic financial institutions can integrate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards into their operations. Designed for professionals,...

    $99.00
    listed price
  6. 6
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade B

    Nonprofit Marketing, Engagement, and Governance

    Offered by John Wiley & Sons

    Nonprofit organizations must effectively communicate their mission, engage stakeholders, and maintain strong governance structures to achieve lasting impact. This course explores the essential elements of nonprofit marke...

    $49.00
    listed price
  7. 7
    Coursera Certificate Grade B

    Governance, Risk, and Compliance

    Offered by Packt

    Master the essentials of governance, risk, and compliance with this comprehensive course designed for IT and security professionals. You'll gain expertise in identifying and managing risks, implementing robust compliance...

    $49.00
    listed price
  8. 8
    Coursera Certificate Grade B

    Foundations of Governance, Risk, and Compliance

    Offered by ISC2

    Effective implementation of governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) programs requires specific cybersecurity talent and leadership. GRC professionals must utilize frameworks and best practices to integrate security and pr...

    $49.00
    listed price
  9. 9
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade B

    GRC Fundamentals - Learn Governance, Risk, and Compliance

    Offered by Packt

    This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the co...

    $49.00
    listed price
  10. 10
    Udemy Certificate Grade B Lowest price here

    CGRC (GRC) Governance, Risk & Compliance Essential Training

    IMPORTANT before enrolling:This course is not intended to replace studying any official vendor material for certification exams, is not endorsed by the certification vendor, and you will not be getting the official certi...

    $19.99
    listed price
  11. 11
    Udemy MOOC / Non-credit Grade B

    PMI-PMOCP Masterclass: PMO Governance, Portfolio & Interview

    Are you preparing for the Project Management Institute PMO certifications, including PMI-PMOCP? Are you looking to strengthen your PMO governance expertise, deepen your portfolio management knowledge, and improve your in...

    $19.99
    listed price
  12. 12
    Udemy Certificate Grade B

    CGRC - Governance, Risk and Compliance Certification | Exams

    Prepare to strengthen your skills in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) with our focused practice exam course, designed exclusively to help you master the concepts required for the CGRC certification. This practice-f...

    $199.99
    listed price
  13. 13
    Udemy MOOC / Non-credit Grade B

    Implement GRC (Governance, Risk, Compliance) Step by Step

    Learn how to implement Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) step by step with practical templates and real-world examples in this comprehensive course. Whether you're new to GRC or looking to deepen your expertise, thi...

    $19.99
    listed price
  14. 14
    Udemy Certificate Grade B

    GRC CGRC Prep: Governance, Risk, & Compliance || UPDATED ||

    " This course contains the use of Artificial Intelligence "|| Unofficial Course ||Welcome to the Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC): Complete Certification Masterclass, a comprehensive course designed to...

    $19.99
    listed price
  15. 15
    Udemy Certificate Grade B

    ServiceNow Governance, Risk, and Compliance CIS-RC

    Prepare effectively for the ServiceNow CIS-RC exam with a simulator composed exclusively of realistic MCQs, designed to faithfully reflect the difficulty, logic, and scenarios encountered during the official exam.This to...

    $19.99
    listed price
  16. 16
    Udemy Certificate Grade B

    ISC2 CGRC - Certified in Governance, Risk, Compliance Course

    This course is an independent study resource designed to help you learn the subject matter. It does not replace official materials, exam blueprints, standards, or guidance published by certification bodies or standards o...

    $19.99
    listed price
  17. 17
    Udemy Certificate Grade B

    CGRC Course : Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance

    CGRC 101 Course : Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance - Exam Preparation CourseNavigating the Corporate Landscape: A Deep Dive into CGRC 101 - Certified in Governance, Risk, and ComplianceIn the fast-paced and d...

    $89.99
    listed price
  18. 18
    Udemy Certificate Grade B

    PMI-PMOCP: Governance, Maturity, Portfolio & Leadership

    Are you preparing for the PMI-PMOCP or other PMO certification exams? Want to strengthen your understanding of PMO governance, maturity levels, portfolio management, and project leadership? This practice test course is d...

    $19.99
    listed price
  19. 19
    Udemy Certificate Grade B

    Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) in Cybersecurity

    Are you interested in Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance (GRC) in Cybersecurity but don't know where to start?This beginner-friendly Cybersecurity GRC course is designed to help you understand the fundamentals o...

    $19.99
    listed price
  20. 20
    Udemy Certificate Grade B

    Simulado Certified Governance Risk and Compliance

    Simulado Certified Governance Risk and Compliance (cgrco). Integrar governança, gestão de riscos e conformidade (GRC) é o único caminho para garantir que uma organização alcance seus objetivos de forma sustentável e dent...

    $34.99
    listed price
  21. 21
    Udemy Certificate Grade B

    Fundamentals of Compliance and Compliance Governance Model

    Without Compliance, organizations or companies either shut down or face significant penalties and fines from regulators. Companies and institutions lose millions of dollars, due to weak compliance governance and practice...

    $19.99
    listed price
  22. 22
    Udemy Certificate Grade B

    Mastering Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC): A Handbook

    Welcome to "Mastering Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC): A Handbook." This comprehensive course is designed for professionals looking to enhance their understanding of Cybersecurity Governance, Risk, and Compliance...

    $64.99
    listed price
  23. 23
    Udemy Certificate Grade B

    Certified Governance Risk and Compliance Examen práctica

    Certified Governance Risk and Compliance Examen de práctica. En un mundo empresarial interconectado y altamente regulado, la capacidad de integrar el gobierno corporativo, la gestión de riesgos y el cumplimiento (GRC) es...

    $29.99
    listed price
  24. 24
    Coursera Certificate Grade B

    Apply Financial Risk, Capital & Governance Analytics

    Offered by EDUCBA

    This Specialization provides an advanced, practice-oriented exploration of financial risk management, focusing on credit, market, liquidity, capital adequacy, stress testing, and institutional resilience. Learners build...

    $49.00
    listed price
  25. 25
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit Grade B

    Program Management: Governance & Lifecycle Domains

    Offered by LearnKartS

    Welcome to the PgMP® Performance Domains - Governance and Lifecycle course! This course delves into the critical aspects of program management as outlined by the Project Management Institute (PMI®), focusing specifically...

    $49.00
    listed price

Best Governance Courses Online compared

# Course Provider Offered by Price
1 Cyber Security: Essentials for Governance, Risk & Compliance Coursera Macquarie University $49.00 View →
2 Risk governance: Manage the risks Coursera Macquarie University $69.00 View →
3 Global Health Challenges and Governance Coursera Imperial College London $49.00 View →
4 Cyber Security – Technology and Governance Coursera Royal Holloway, University of London & University of London $49.00 View →
5 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Standards and Practices for... edX Islamic Development Bank Institute $99.00 View →
6 Nonprofit Marketing, Engagement, and Governance Coursera John Wiley & Sons $49.00 View →
7 Governance, Risk, and Compliance Coursera Packt $49.00 View →
8 Foundations of Governance, Risk, and Compliance Coursera ISC2 $49.00 View →
9 GRC Fundamentals - Learn Governance, Risk, and Compliance Coursera Packt $49.00 View →
10 CGRC (GRC) Governance, Risk & Compliance Essential Training Udemy $19.99 View →
11 PMI-PMOCP Masterclass: PMO Governance, Portfolio & Interview Udemy $19.99 View →
12 CGRC - Governance, Risk and Compliance Certification | Exams Udemy $199.99 View →
13 Implement GRC (Governance, Risk, Compliance) Step by Step Udemy $19.99 View →
14 GRC CGRC Prep: Governance, Risk, & Compliance || UPDATED || Udemy $19.99 View →
15 ServiceNow Governance, Risk, and Compliance CIS-RC Udemy $19.99 View →
16 ISC2 CGRC - Certified in Governance, Risk, Compliance Course Udemy $19.99 View →
17 CGRC Course : Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance Udemy $89.99 View →
18 PMI-PMOCP: Governance, Maturity, Portfolio & Leadership Udemy $19.99 View →
19 Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) in Cybersecurity Udemy $19.99 View →
20 Simulado Certified Governance Risk and Compliance Udemy $34.99 View →
21 Fundamentals of Compliance and Compliance Governance Model Udemy $19.99 View →
22 Mastering Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC): A Handbook Udemy $64.99 View →
23 Certified Governance Risk and Compliance Examen práctica Udemy $29.99 View →
24 Apply Financial Risk, Capital & Governance Analytics Coursera EDUCBA $49.00 View →
25 Program Management: Governance & Lifecycle Domains Coursera LearnKartS $49.00 View →

Prices shown are the provider's listed price when we last updated this page. Confirm on their site before enrolling.

What the prices here tell you

The 25 priced courses on this page run from $19.99 to $199.99, with the middle of the range around $49.00 — a spread of $180.00. That is a wide gap for one subject. A higher price on this page usually reflects who is behind the course rather than how much material it contains, so it is worth opening two or three at different price points and comparing their syllabus before deciding.

Who is behind these courses

These courses come from Coursera, edX and Udemy. The platforms differ in how they sell: some charge once per course, others expect a subscription, and the listed price is not always what you pay at checkout after a promotion. 4 of these are produced by a named university or institution, including Macquarie University, Imperial College London and Royal Holloway, University of London & University of London — which usually means a fixed syllabus and a recognised certificate, rather than an individual instructor’s own course.

Before you enrol

Open the provider’s own page and check three things this comparison cannot tell you: when the course was last updated, what the syllabus actually covers in its later sections, and what recent learners say. Prices shown here are the provider’s listed price when we last rebuilt this page on 30 August 2026 — they change often, and a promotion can move them substantially. We earn a commission if you enrol through our links, which costs you nothing and never affects the order courses appear in.

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