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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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    Johns Hopkins University

    Generative AI and Symbolic Reasoning

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, ChatGPT, AI Product Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Prompt Engineering, AI Security, Computational Logic

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Women in environmental biology

    Skills you'll gain: Natural Resource Management, Environment, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Social Studies, Climate Change Adaptation, Water Quality, Science and Research

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    LearnKartS

    Kafka Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Kafka, Server Administration

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    L&T EduTech

    Design of Transmission Line: Modelling and Performance

    Skills you'll gain: Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Matlab, High Voltage, Three-Phase, Electrical Engineering, electromagnetics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Power, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Design

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Illinois Tech

    Digital Transformation

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Operational Excellence, Innovation, Operational Efficiency, Customer experience strategy (CX), Technology Strategies, Strategic Leadership, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategy, Risk Management, Change Management, Emerging Technologies, Governance

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Healthcare Innovation: What Does Success Look Like and How to Achieve It?

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Health Systems, Verbal Communication Skills, Healthcare Project Management, Strategic Communication, Organizational Change, Organizational Structure, Stakeholder Engagement, Change Management, Public Health, Case Studies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Florida

    Agroforestry I: Principles and Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Land Management, Sustainable Development, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Environment, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Science, Research, Biology

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    University of Michigan

    Understanding Psychosis

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Psychiatry, Patient Education And Counseling, Community Mental Health Services, Social Determinants Of Health, Patient Communication, Psychiatric Assessments, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Rehabilitation, Trauma Care, Mental and Behavioral Health, Pharmacology, Mental Health

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    SkillUp

    Intro to Lean Six Sigma and Project Identification Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Process Analysis, Process Improvement, Risk Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Business Requirements, Customer Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Measurement, Project Planning, Project Management, Root Cause Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Dartmouth College

    The American Renaissance and Nathaniel Hawthorne

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing, World History, Public History, Liberal Arts

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    Duke University

    Explainable Machine Learning (XAI)

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Model Evaluation, Python Programming, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Deep Learning, Plot (Graphics), Artificial Neural Networks

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    IBM COBOL Core

    Skills you'll gain: COBOL (Programming Language), Report Writing, Debugging, Programming Principles, Software Testing, Computer Programming, Maintainability, Business Logic, Software Engineering, Data Storage, Numerical Analysis

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Generative AI and Symbolic Reasoning: Johns Hopkins University
  • Women in environmental biology: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Kafka Fundamentals: LearnKartS
  • Design of Transmission Line: Modelling and Performance: L&T EduTech
  • Digital Transformation: Illinois Tech
  • Healthcare Innovation: What Does Success Look Like and How to Achieve It?: Imperial College London
  • Agroforestry I: Principles and Practices: University of Florida
  • Understanding Psychosis: University of Michigan
  • Intro to Lean Six Sigma and Project Identification Methods : SkillUp
  • The American Renaissance and Nathaniel Hawthorne: Dartmouth College

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