Economic Inequality Courses and Certifications

The Aspen Institute

Our Political Reality and Building an Inclusive and Equitable Economy

Exploring strategies for economic resilience in low-income communities, focusing on business development, equitable growth, and improved job quality. Highlights philanthropy's role in fostering sustainable economies.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 27 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Democracy at Work - Citizen Action and the Fight for $15

Exploring labor movements, wage inequality, and democratic action to improve working conditions. Discusses strategies for policy change and worker empowerment in the fight for fair wages and labor rights.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

American Inequality? Not So Fast! - Challenging the Myth of Income Disparity

Explore the provocative perspective challenging common beliefs about American inequality, examining statistics that suggest the American Dream remains achievable and vibrant.

• YouTube
• 52 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Wealth, Generosity, and the Good Society

Explore philosophical and religious teachings on wealth, examining their relevance to modern economic challenges and the role of philanthropy in creating a just society.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

ESOPs, Job Quality, and Wealth Inequality - The Potential of Employee Stock Ownership Plans

Explore the potential of Employee Stock Ownership Plans to address economic inequality, improve job quality, and build worker wealth. Learn about opportunities and challenges in expanding ESOPs.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 15 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Becker Friedman Institute University of Chicago

Moving to Opportunity - Together? Gender Disparities in Career Outcomes When Couples Relocate

Discover how couple relocations create lasting gender wage gaps, with men's incomes rising 10-15% while women's earnings stagnate, based on UChicago economist Matt Notowidigdo's research.

• YouTube
• 32 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

A Nation of Owners - Scaling Wealth for All

Explore strategies for expanding ownership of real estate, businesses, and financial assets to give every American a stake in economic growth and address wealth concentration.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 3 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

TED-Ed

How Economic Inequality Harms Societies

Explore the far-reaching impacts of economic disparity on society, from health and lifespan to trust and social mobility, with data-driven insights from Richard Wilkinson.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

CrashCourse

Sociology by CrashCourse

9 ratings

Explore sociological concepts, theories, and research methods through engaging videos. Gain insights into social institutions, stratification, and cultural norms shaping human behavior and society.

• YouTube
• 8 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Are Political and Economic Inequality Evolutionary Universals?

Explore the evolutionary roots of political and economic inequality, examining their universality across societies and potential implications for modern social structures.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 9 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Jailbreaking the Captured Economy - Regulatory Capture and Economic Inequality

Exploring regulatory capture's impact on innovation, inequality, and societal violence. Nonpartisan approaches to balance economic power and democratic governance for healthier societal outcomes.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 11 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Web Summit

Is the Economic Structure of Tech Racist? Examining Inequality in Technology

Explore the racial dimensions of inequality in tech prosperity and potential solutions with law professor Veena Dubal and Black Innovation Alliance CEO Kelly Burton.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Using Public Policy for Social Change

184 ratings at Coursera

Explore public policy's role in addressing societal challenges, focusing on social inequalities. Learn policy design, analysis, and advocacy skills to create positive change across various sectors.

• Coursera
• 14 hours 24 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Reconstructing America's Story

25 ratings at Coursera

Explore America's complex history, challenging myths and uncovering hidden truths to foster a more inclusive understanding of national identity and ongoing struggles for equality.

• Coursera
• 1 day 1 hour 49 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Social Determinants of Health

47 ratings at Coursera

Explore social, economic, and political factors influencing health inequalities in the US. Learn innovative approaches to reduce disparities and achieve health equity through cultural humility and professional self-assessments.

• Coursera
• 16 hours 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course