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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.


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    Copenhagen Business School

    Digital Transformation in Financial Services

    Skills you'll gain: FinTech, Technology Strategies, Payment Systems, Case Studies, Financial Services, Digital Transformation, International Finance, Banking Services, Mobile Banking, Banking, Innovation, Financial Regulations, Business Technologies, Business Transformation, Financial Market, Competitive Analysis, Analysis, Financial Regulation, Business Strategy, Business Analysis

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Summary Statistics in Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Biostatistics, Histogram, Box Plots, Statistical Visualization, Quantitative Research, Descriptive Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Probability Distribution, Statistics, Science and Research, Public Health, Sample Size Determination

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    C Programming for Everybody

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Software Design, Application Security, Other Programming Languages, Python Programming, Java Programming, System Programming, Computer Architecture, Performance Tuning, Unix, Computer Science, Debugging

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    241 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    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, Discussion Facilitation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    728 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Leading Diverse Teams & Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, People Management, Growth Mindedness, Diversity Awareness, Team Management, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Open Mindset, Social Justice, Leadership Studies, Empowerment, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Human Resource Policies, Cognitive flexibility, Organizational Change, Change Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    470 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Sports Performance Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Logistic Regression, Forecasting, Statistical Methods, Regression Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Data Cleansing, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Supervised Learning, Data Processing, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Sports Medicine, Correlation Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Applied Machine Learning, Injury Prevention, Athletic Training, Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Python Programming

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    279 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Dental Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Dental Care, Patient Evaluation, Dental Procedures, Oral Health, Dental Hygiene, Periodontology, Oral Cancer Screening, Medical History Documentation, Pain Management, Anatomy, Clinical Assessment

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

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    Berklee

    Jazz Improvisation

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music, Oral Expression, Storytelling, Music Performance

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

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    CVS Health

    CVS Health Retail Customer Service

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, De-escalation Techniques, Greeting Customers, Customer Service, Empathy, Cross Selling, Call Center Experience, Transaction Processing, Upselling, Retail Sales, Retail Store Operations, Customer Complaint Resolution, Cash Register Operation, Problem Solving, Conflict Management, Customer Relationship Building, Customer Inquiries, Teamwork, Communication, Time Management

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Sciences Po

    Afrique et mondialisation, regards croisés

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, World History, Social Studies, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Socioeconomics, Economics, Sociology, Governance

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    SkillUp

    Scrum Master (PSM I) Certification Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Process Development, Project Management, Employee Coaching, Kanban Principles, Change Management, Project Documentation, Portfolio Management, Product Improvement, Project Planning, Conflict Management, Job Analysis, Quality Assessment, Risk Management, Performance Analysis, Analysis, Estimation

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    532 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Duke University

    Java Programming: Principles of Software Design

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Java Programming, Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Software Design, Predictive Modeling, Algorithms, Data Structures, Performance Testing, File I/O, Debugging, Application Programming Interface (API)

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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

  • Digital Transformation in Financial Services: Copenhagen Business School
  • Summary Statistics in Public Health : Johns Hopkins University
  • C Programming for Everybody: University of Michigan
  • Queering Identities: LGBTQ+ Sexuality and Gender Identity: University of Colorado System
  • Leading Diverse Teams & Organizations: University of Michigan
  • Sports Performance Analytics: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to Dental Medicine: University of Pennsylvania
  • Jazz Improvisation: Berklee
  • CVS Health Retail Customer Service: CVS Health
  • Afrique et mondialisation, regards croisés: Sciences Po

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