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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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    Universidade Estadual de Campinas

    A complexidade sensível: Um paralelo entre videogames e arte

    Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Aesthetics, Art History, Culture, Creativity, Liberal Arts, Design Reviews, Design, Social Impact

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Writing Skills for University Success

    Skills you'll gain: Writing, Research, Grammar, Editing, Organizational Skills, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Columbia University

    Computational Methods in Pricing and Model Calibration

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Actuarial Science, Derivatives, Financial Market, Statistical Methods, Market Data, Financial Modeling, Securities (Finance), Risk Modeling, Financial Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Numerical Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Python Programming, Process Optimization, Probability Distribution, Algorithms, Case Studies

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Agentic AI with LangGraph, CrewAI, AutoGen and BeeAI

    Skills you'll gain: AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, Agentic Workflows, Agentic systems, Generative AI Agents, LLM Application, Application Design, Tool Calling, Large Language Modeling, Context Management, Software Design Patterns

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    65 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Introduction to Digital Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Marketing, Digital Media Strategy, Business Strategies, Digital Advertising, Growth Strategies, Social Media, Pay Per Click Advertising, Market Analysis

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Imperial College London

    Foundations of Public Health Practice: Health Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Sanitation, Infectious Diseases, Environment Health And Safety, Health Education, Epidemiology, Emergency Response, Healthcare Ethics, Community Health, Radiation Protection, Immunology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    121 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Genomic Data Science and Clustering (Bioinformatics V)

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Dimensionality Reduction, Unsupervised Learning, Molecular Biology, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Data Analysis Software, Life Sciences, Anthropology, Algorithms

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    Xi'an Jiaotong University

    品读道家的智慧

    Skills you'll gain: Socioeconomics, Culture, Ancient History, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Governance

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    Rice University

    Introduction to Archaeology : Archaeology as Science

    Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Ancient History, Scientific Methods, World History, Anthropology, General Science and Research, Environmental Science, Investigation, Environment, Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Research, Geospatial Information and Technology, Research Methodologies, Data Collection, Biology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Florida

    Music's Big Bang: The Genesis of Rock 'n' Roll

    Skills you'll gain: Music History, Music, World Music, Culture

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Kali Linux

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, Network Monitoring, Penetration Testing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Command-Line Interface, Linux Commands, Cybersecurity, Linux, Software Installation, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Security, Network Analysis

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Legal Contracts and Agreements for Entrepreneurs

    Skills you'll gain: Commercial Laws, Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Entrepreneurial Finance, Vendor Contracts, Legal Risk, Contract Negotiation, Entrepreneurship, Contract Management, Contract Review, Legal Strategy, New Business Development, Civil Law, Lawsuits, Intellectual Property, Sales Presentation, Finance, Fundraising

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    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

  • A complexidade sensível: Um paralelo entre videogames e arte: Universidade Estadual de Campinas
  • Writing Skills for University Success: University of California, Irvine
  • Computational Methods in Pricing and Model Calibration: Columbia University
  • Agentic AI with LangGraph, CrewAI, AutoGen and BeeAI: IBM
  • Introduction to Digital Marketing: IBM
  • Foundations of Public Health Practice: Health Protection: Imperial College London
  • Genomic Data Science and Clustering (Bioinformatics V): University of California San Diego
  • 品读道家的智慧: Xi'an Jiaotong University
  • Introduction to Archaeology : Archaeology as Science: Rice University
  • Music's Big Bang: The Genesis of Rock 'n' Roll: University of Florida

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