Social Sciences Courses and Certifications

Career Certificate

U.S. Government

Explore the foundations, institutions, and driving forces of American politics, examining constitutional origins, government branches, public opinion, and policy-making processes.

• edX
• 17 weeks, 2-4 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• $596.00
• 4 courses

Birth and the Nation - A Fictional History of Immigration - Stephanie DeGooyer - Radcliffe Institute

7 ratings

Exploring how novels can challenge traditional notions of nationality and birth, offering alternative perspectives on citizenship and immigration for a more inclusive global society.

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

Women in Leadership: Inspiring Positive Change

572 ratings at Coursera

Empower yourself as a leader, overcome barriers, build confidence, and develop purposeful career strategies. Learn to navigate organizational politics, negotiate effectively, and integrate work-life commitments.

• Coursera
• 12 hours 52 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Transportation, Sustainable Buildings, Green Construction

235 ratings at Coursera

Evaluación de estrategias de estacionamiento, códigos basados en la forma y construcción verde para ciudades sostenibles. Enfoque en políticas de transporte, revitalización urbana y diseño arquitectónico ecológico.

• Coursera
• 6 hours 13 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Intellectual Property Law and Policy: Part 2

10 ratings at edX

Explore the theories of copyright and trademark laws and policy implications in this IP law course.

• edX
• 7 weeks, 2-3 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Corporate Sustainability. Understanding and Seizing the Strategic Opportunity

955 ratings at Coursera

Explore macroeconomic and microeconomic impacts of global challenges, understand the importance of sustainability for businesses, and learn how to implement sustainable practices at individual, organizational, and systemic levels.

• Coursera
• 15 hours 57 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Sustainable Regional Principles, Planning and Transportation

203 ratings at Coursera

Explore sustainable regional planning principles, community engagement, and transportation systems for smart growth. Learn to map and evaluate key aspects of regional development for improved urban environments.

• Coursera
• 7 hours 4 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

After the Arab Spring – Democratic Aspirations and State Failure

539 ratings at Coursera

Explore the Arab Spring's aftermath, examining why democratic aspirations faltered and multiple Arab states collapsed. Analyze structural issues in governance, economics, and human development shaping the region's instability.

• Coursera
• 1 day 1 hour 6 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

American Contract Law II

265 ratings at Coursera

Comprehensive exploration of contract law defenses, performance obligations, and remedies, integrating legal doctrines with policy discussions and key UCC sections.

• Coursera
• 1 day 14 hours 41 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Refugees in the 21st Century

576 ratings at Coursera

Explore global refugee dynamics, protection systems, and durable solutions. Gain insights into forced migration, legal frameworks, and challenges faced by displaced populations in the 21st century.

• Coursera
• 1 day 3 hours 31 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Community Engagement: Collaborating for Change

16 ratings at edX

Learn principles and strategies for engaging with U.S.-based and global communities through partnerships, research, service, and learning

• edX
• 6 weeks, 2-4 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Visualizing Women's Work: Using Art Media for Social Justice

102 ratings at Coursera

Explore the power of art in addressing social justice and gender equality, focusing on women's work erasure. Learn to critique art history, develop creative projects, and examine real-world examples of socially conscious art.

• Coursera
• 15 hours 41 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Diversity and Inclusion for HR Professionals

242 ratings at Coursera

Explore strategies for fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace. Learn to mitigate bias, create inclusive environments, and develop tailored DEIB plans for organizational success.

• Coursera
• 16 hours 29 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Career Certificate

Abnormal Psychology

755 ratings at Coursera

Explore mental health through historical and modern lenses, learn empathetic responses to distress, and gain tools for personal behavioral change in this comprehensive abnormal psychology overview.

• Coursera
• 4 weeks, 10 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course
• 3 courses

Introduction to Nonprofit Law

15 ratings at Coursera

Explore legal rules governing nonprofits, including historical context, organizational forms, fundraising regulations, political activity constraints, and oversight mechanisms. Gain insights into the sector's evolution and future trends.

• Coursera
• 13 hours 50 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course