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      Goodwill Industries International

      The Digital Divide

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Literacy, Disabilities, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Digital Communications, Computer Security Awareness Training, Community Development, Community Outreach, End User Training and Support, Safety and Security, Telecommunications, Data Access

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Geneva

      Global Health: An Interdisciplinary Overview

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Environmental Science, Environment Health And Safety, Health Disparities, Public Health, International Relations, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Health Care, Socioeconomics, Governance, Sustainable Development, Medical Science and Research, Drug Development, Political Sciences, Pharmaceuticals, Chronic Diseases, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Intellectual Property

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      International Travel Preparation, Safety, & Wellness

      Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Healthcare Ethics, Cultural Diversity, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Stress Management, Safety Training, Preventative Care, Injury Prevention, Occupational Health, Public Health, Safety and Security, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Adaptability, Infectious Diseases, Emergency Response, Mental Health, Planning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      459 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Copenhagen

      Sustainable Development - Ideas and Imaginaries

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Socioeconomics, Systems Thinking, Social Sciences, Environmental Issue, Timelines, Environmental Policy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Political Sciences, Economics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      46 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National Taiwan University

      International Communication and East Asian Affairs (1)

      Skills you'll gain: Media and Communications, International Relations, Electronic Media, Journalism, Branding, Cultural Diversity, Telecommunications, Digital Communications, Political Sciences, Diplomacy, Digital Transformation

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universiteit Leiden

      Political Economy of Institutions and Development

      Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, International Relations, Sustainable Development, Socioeconomics, Economic Development, Governance, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Economics, Global Marketing, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      383 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Individual Development Plan (IDP)

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Strategic Planning, Smart Goals, Planning, Personal Development, Strategic Thinking, Action Oriented, Timelines, Professional Development, Adaptability, Accountability, Self-Awareness, Constructive Feedback, Time Management, Mentorship

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Goodwill Industries International

      Building Your Community Resources

      Skills you'll gain: Training Programs, Relationship Building, Course Development, Community Development, Community Outreach, Research, Workplace inclusivity, Curriculum Planning, Needs Assessment, Program Evaluation, Planning, Collaboration, Surveys, Data Mapping, Communication, Cultural Sensitivity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Building Alliances in Global Health: From Global to Local

      Skills you'll gain: Community Health, Health Policy, Health Equity, Policy Analysis, Community Outreach, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Health Systems, International Relations, Media and Communications

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Resilience & Leadership: Design, Development, & Integration

      Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Change Management, Business Continuity, Organizational Change, Engineering Management, Contingency Planning, Sustainable Development, Systems Thinking, Organizational Leadership, Risk Management, Leadership, Innovation, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Vulnerability

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of London

      International Business Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Business Planning, Organizational Structure, Financial Analysis, Business Strategy, International Finance, Target Market, Market Research, Global Marketing, Operating Cost, Consumer Behaviour, Cost Accounting, Management Accounting, Market Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pittsburgh

      idea 2 IMPACT: An Introduction to Translating Assistive Health Technologies and Other Products

      Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Stakeholder Analysis, Storytelling, Ideation, Solution Design, New Product Development, Project Planning, Business Planning, Innovation, Product Development, Market Analysis, Presentations, Medical Devices, Brainstorming, Entrepreneurship, Regulatory Affairs, User Research, Adaptive Equipment, Problem Solving, Disabilities

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular international development courses

    • The Digital Divide: Goodwill Industries International
    • Global Health: An Interdisciplinary Overview: University of Geneva
    • International Travel Preparation, Safety, & Wellness: Johns Hopkins University
    • Sustainable Development - Ideas and Imaginaries: University of Copenhagen
    • International Communication and East Asian Affairs (1): National Taiwan University
    • Political Economy of Institutions and Development: Universiteit Leiden
    • Individual Development Plan (IDP): University of Minnesota
    • Building Your Community Resources: Goodwill Industries International
    • Building Alliances in Global Health: From Global to Local: Johns Hopkins University
    • Resilience & Leadership: Design, Development, & Integration: University of Colorado Boulder

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