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World History Courses

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.


Popular World History Courses and Certifications


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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Modern American Poetry

    Skills you'll gain: Multimedia, Liberal Arts, Social Justice, Oral Expression, Music, World History, Creativity, Aesthetics, Writing and Editing

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    106 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Sungkyunkwan University

    Korean Philosophy Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Culture, Diagram Design, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Language Learning, Language Competency, Research, World History, Social Studies, Anthropology, Discussion Facilitation, Literacy

    4.8
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    234 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Newborn Baby Care

    Skills you'll gain: Postpartum Care, Infant Care, Respiratory Care, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Patient Evaluation, Pulmonology, Preventative Care, Child Health, Maternal Health, Health Assessment, Vital Signs, Pediatric Nursing, Family Support, Cardiology, Clinical Assessment, Pediatrics, Patient Observation, Child Development, Medical Equipment and Technology, Nutrition and Diet

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    Yale University

    Introduction to Medical Software

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Software Development Life Cycle, Medical Devices, Systems Development, Usability, Medical Privacy, Regulatory Affairs, Verification And Validation, Human Factors, Regulatory Requirements, Quality Management Systems, Risk Management, Medical Management, User Interface (UI), Software Design, Healthcare Project Management, Software Testing, Entrepreneurship, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), User Research

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    284 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Spanish Vocabulary: Cultural Experience

    Skills you'll gain: Spanish Language, Language Learning, Vocabulary, Language Competency, Grammar, Oral Expression

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Materials Data Sciences and Informatics

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Informatics, Data Science, Data Mining, Data Integration, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Processing, Systems Design, Big Data, Structural Analysis, Statistics

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    351 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Precalculus through Data and Modelling

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Graphing, Trigonometry, R (Software), Analytical Skills, General Mathematics, Statistics, Algebra, Systems Of Measurement, Correlation Analysis, Regression Analysis, Calculus, Geometry

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Goldman Sachs

    Digital Marketing Strategy with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Marketing, Paid media, Digital Media Strategy, Online Advertising, Campaign Management, Search Engine Marketing, Digital Advertising, Digital Marketing, Pay Per Click Advertising, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Owned Media, Marketing Planning, Earned Media, Marketing Design, Analytics

    4.7
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Computer Hardware and Software

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Computer Hardware, Computer Systems, TCP/IP, Information Technology, General Networking, Computer Literacy, Network Protocols, Operating Systems, Computer Networking, Software Systems, File Systems

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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

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    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Introduction to Software, Programming, and Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Cloud Deployment, Artificial Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Computer Programming

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Local Economic Development

    Skills you'll gain: Economic Development, Community Development, Entrepreneurship, Project Design, Sustainable Development, Socioeconomics, International Relations, Competitive Analysis, New Business Development, Innovation, Business Economics, Policy Development, Governance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Modern American Poetry: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Korean Philosophy Essentials: Sungkyunkwan University
  • Newborn Baby Care: University of Colorado System
  • Introduction to Medical Software: Yale University
  • Spanish Vocabulary: Cultural Experience: University of California, Davis
  • Materials Data Sciences and Informatics: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Precalculus through Data and Modelling: Johns Hopkins University
  • Digital Marketing Strategy with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women: Goldman Sachs
  • Computer Hardware and Software: University of California, Irvine
  • Microsoft Generative AI for Data Analysis: Microsoft

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