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World History courses can help you learn about major events, cultural developments, and the impact of historical figures across different eras. You can build skills in critical analysis, research methodologies, and effective communication of historical narratives. Many courses introduce tools such as timelines, primary source analysis, and digital archives, which enhance your ability to interpret historical data and connect past events to contemporary issues.


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    University at Buffalo

    Solar Energy Systems Overview

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Basic Electrical Systems, HVAC, Energy and Utilities, Semiconductors, Cost Benefit Analysis, Sustainable Technologies, Return On Investment, System Configuration

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    864 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDHEC Business School

    Global Financing Solutions (by EDHEC and Société Générale)

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Mergers & Acquisitions, Capital Markets, Project Finance, Investment Banking, Financial Services, Corporate Finance, Loans, Asset Management, Sustainable Development, Derivatives

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    203 reviews

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    Duke University

    Art of the MOOC: Experiments with Sound

    Skills you'll gain: World Music, Music History, Music, Musical Composition, Music Theory, Aesthetics, Multimedia, Public Affairs, Culture, Performing Arts, Interactive Learning, Music Performance, Electronic Media, Experimentation, Creativity, Media and Communications, Cultural Diversity, Research

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IMD - International Institute for Management Development

    Sustainability for Business: ESG Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Sustainable Development, Business Ethics, Compliance Management, Sustainability Reporting, Environmental Management Systems, Stakeholder Management, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Leadership, Social Impact, Stakeholder Communications, Risk Management, Business Strategy, Organizational Change

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    121 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Online Learning Design for Educators

    Skills you'll gain: Educational Materials, Instructional Design, Multimedia, Videography, Teaching, Presentations, Student Engagement, Visual Design, Pedagogy, Classroom Management, Graphic Design, Creative Design, Learning Strategies, Electronic Media, Communication Strategies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    423 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Stanford University

    Probabilistic Graphical Models 3: Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Bayesian Statistics, Markov Model, Machine Learning, Statistical Modeling, Probability Distribution, Statistical Methods, Algorithms, Model Evaluation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    304 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Network Dynamics of Social Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Social Sciences, Sociology, Systems Thinking, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Simulations, Culture, Graph Theory, Complex Problem Solving, Innovation

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    Utrecht University

    Inequality and Democracy

    Skills you'll gain: Lobbying, Political Sciences, Socioeconomics, Tax Laws, Social Sciences, Economics, Commercial Laws, Policy Analysis, Governance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    58 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Soft skills

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Assertiveness, Conflict Management, Productivity, Communication, Communication Strategies, Influencing, Verbal Communication Skills, Time Management, Goal Setting, Stress Management, Resilience, Empowerment, Interpersonal Communications, Prioritization, Active Listening, Mediation, Persuasive Communication, Professional Development, Business Communication

    4.6
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    220 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Lausanne

    Unethical Decision Making in Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Decision Making, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Decision-Making, Social Sciences, Organizational Strategy, Business Management, Sociology, Psychology, Case Studies, Leadership, Mindfulness

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    429 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Data Analytics in the Public Sector with R

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Analysis, Data Presentation, Ggplot2, Program Evaluation, Policy Analysis, Surveys, Data Ethics, R (Software), Data Analysis, Tidyverse (R Package), Statistical Visualization, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Public Policies, Data Visualization Software, Case Studies, Political Sciences

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Generative AI for Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Dashboard, Interactive Data Visualization, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Infographics, Data Visualization, Anomaly Detection, Excel Formulas, Predictive Modeling, Data Visualization Software, Microsoft Copilot, Business Reporting, Risk Analysis, Text Mining, Predictive Analytics, Automation

    4.3
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    150 reviews

    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular world history courses

  • Solar Energy Systems Overview: University at Buffalo
  • Global Financing Solutions (by EDHEC and Société Générale): EDHEC Business School
  • Art of the MOOC: Experiments with Sound: Duke University
  • Sustainability for Business: ESG Fundamentals: IMD - International Institute for Management Development
  • Online Learning Design for Educators: Macquarie University
  • Probabilistic Graphical Models 3: Learning: Stanford University
  • Network Dynamics of Social Behavior: University of Pennsylvania
  • Inequality and Democracy: Utrecht University
  • Soft skills: Packt
  • Unethical Decision Making in Organizations: University of Lausanne

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