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  • U

    University of Western Australia

    Gender Equality

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Social Justice, Disabilities, Sociology, Labor Law, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Advocacy, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Public Policies, Media and Communications, Research

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    171 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Tokyo

    Welcome to Game Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Behavioral Economics, Economics, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Making, Business Strategy, Strategic Planning, Risk Appetite, Probability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    U

    University of Colorado System

    Queering Identities: LGBTQ+ Sexuality and Gender Identity

    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Cultural Sensitivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    723 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The State University of New York

    Career Foundations: A Toolkit to Build Your Future

    Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Teamwork, Adaptability, Verbal Communication Skills, Critical Thinking, Communication, Creative Thinking, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Innovation, Accountability, Motivational Skills, Team Motivation, Logical Reasoning, Organizational Skills, Decision Making, Human Resources, Time Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Copenhagen

    Constitutional Struggles in the Muslim World

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, International Relations, Governance, World History, Policy Analysis, Sociology, Civil Law, Socioeconomics, Economics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    703 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    V

    Vanderbilt University

    Hot Topics in Criminal Justice

    Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Social Justice, Legal Proceedings, Social Sciences, Policy Analysis, Disabilities, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cultural Diversity, Case Studies

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    186 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Lausanne

    Doping : Sports, Organizations and Sciences

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Testing, Analytical Testing, Biochemistry, Legal Proceedings, Pharmacology, Sports Medicine, Culture, Social Sciences, Sociology, Social Determinants Of Health, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    368 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Sciences Po

    International migrations: a global issue

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Immigration Law, World History, European History, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Demography, Environmental Issue, Sociology, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Governance, Public Policies, Economics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    556 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Serious Gaming

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Persuasive Communication, Driving engagement, Case Studies, Culture, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Research, Simulations, Psychology, Program Evaluation, Emerging Technologies, Social Sciences

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    370 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IE Business School

    Globalization, Economic Growth and Stability

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Policy, International Finance, Public Policies, Economics, Economic Development, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Business Economics, Market Opportunities, International Relations, Tax, Global Marketing, Financial Trading, Policy Analysis, Socioeconomics, Demography, Business Risk Management, Crisis Management, Fiscal Management, World History, Supply And Demand

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.4K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Sciences Po

    Politics and Economics of International Energy

    Skills you'll gain: Oil and Gas, Energy and Utilities, Climate Change Mitigation, International Relations, Environmental Issue, Electric Power Systems, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Policy, Economics, Political Sciences, Market Dynamics, Sustainable Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.9K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    B

    Berklee

    Music Education for Teachers

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Musical Composition, Music Theory, Peer Review, Education Software and Technology, Instrumental Music, Teaching, World Music, Media Production, Post-Production, Classroom Management, Music Performance, Cultural Responsiveness, Oral Expression, Cultural Diversity, Creativity, Storytelling, Empowerment, Collaboration, Editing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    3K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular social welfare courses

  • Gender Equality: University of Western Australia
  • Welcome to Game Theory: The University of Tokyo
  • Queering Identities: LGBTQ+ Sexuality and Gender Identity: University of Colorado System
  • Career Foundations: A Toolkit to Build Your Future: The State University of New York
  • Constitutional Struggles in the Muslim World: University of Copenhagen
  • Hot Topics in Criminal Justice: Vanderbilt University
  • Doping : Sports, Organizations and Sciences: University of Lausanne
  • International migrations: a global issue: Sciences Po
  • Serious Gaming: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Globalization, Economic Growth and Stability: IE Business School

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