Social Sciences Courses and Certifications

Generative AI: Governance, Policy, and Emerging Regulation

86 ratings at Coursera

Explore governance, policy, and regulation for responsible generative AI deployment. Gain insights on data management, transparency, risk assessment, and current regulatory landscapes.

• Coursera
• 2 hours 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Copyright Law in the Music Business

719 ratings at Coursera

Explore music copyright law, artists' rights, public domain, and sampling. Learn to navigate legal issues in songwriting, fair use, and litigation in the evolving digital landscape.

• Coursera
• 10 hours 11 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Refugee & Asylum Advocacy: Legal Frameworks for Protection

10 ratings at Coursera

Explore the legal frameworks, processes, and human rights principles that govern refugee protection and asylum in the U.S., from international treaties to resettlement and integration.

• Coursera
• 9 hours 54 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Career Certificate

The Influence of Social Determinants on Health

80 ratings at Coursera

Explore factors contributing to health inequalities and learn strategies to reduce disparities. Gain skills in data analysis, community health assessment, and evidence-based policy recommendations for achieving health equity.

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

Citizenship and the Rule of Law

549 ratings at Coursera

Explore the Rule of Law's principles, challenges, and applications in modern society, from judicial independence to human rights and business ethics, in this comprehensive introduction.

• Coursera
• 21 hours 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Top 10 Social Issues for the President’s First 100 Days

Collaborate with Penn faculty and fellow learners to identify the Top 10 Social Policy Issues facing the newly elected US President and Congress.

• edX
• 14 weeks, 1-2 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Introduction to American Corporate Law

Explore how legal structures shape modern corporations, from formation and governance to fiduciary duties and major transactions in the American economy.

• Coursera
• 3 hours 38 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Money, Risk, and Ethics: The Psychology of Decision-Making

Explore the psychology behind ethical decision-making, examining cognitive biases, motivated reasoning, and practical tools to make value-aligned choices in complex situations.

• Coursera
• 9 hours 40 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

The Business of Ideas: IP in the Real World

Explore landmark IP cases from Jack Daniel's parodies to Microsoft-Motorola patent wars, understanding how trademark, patent, copyright, and trade secret law shape innovation and creativity.

• Coursera
• 3 hours 11 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Real Estate Development: Building Value in Your Community

54 ratings at Coursera

Learn real estate development fundamentals, including project stages, feasibility, social impact, and financial modeling. Gain skills to invest in your community through immersive experiences and practical knowledge.

• Coursera
• 16 hours 27 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Assisting Public Sector Decision Makers With Policy Analysis

49 ratings at Coursera

Develop data analysis skills for public sector decision-making, focusing on policy analysis techniques, statistical methods, and R programming to support efficiency, effectiveness, and equity in policymaking.

• Coursera
• 16 hours 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Chemerinsky on Constitutional Law - The Structure of Government

98 ratings at Coursera

Comprehensive exploration of U.S. Constitution's structure, interpretation, and impact on government branches, featuring key cases and evolving jurisprudence through historical and contemporary lenses.

• Coursera
• 16 hours 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Healthcare Marketplace

616 ratings at Coursera

Explore healthcare marketplace dynamics, including provider services, insurance, medical technology, and global trends. Gain insights into economic challenges, regulatory impacts, and innovation opportunities in this evolving sector.

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

International Law In Action: Investigating and Prosecuting International Crimes

733 ratings at Coursera

Explore the investigation and prosecution of international crimes in The Hague, gaining insider perspectives on the work of international criminal courts and tribunals.

• Coursera
• 16 hours 22 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Environmental Economics

27 ratings at Coursera

Gain insights into environmental economics principles and frameworks to develop effective climate policies, analyze sustainability practices, and make strategic decisions for positive environmental impact.

• Coursera
• 18 hours 10 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course