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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.


Popular World History Courses and Certifications


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    University of New Mexico

    Curanderismo: Traditional Healing of the Body

    Skills you'll gain: Geriatrics, Orthopedics, Child Health, Physical Therapy, Manual Therapy, Maternal Health, Preventative Care, Health Care, Patient Treatment, Infant Care, Pain Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Anatomy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    110 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Computer Security and Systems Management

    Skills you'll gain: Windows Servers, Computer Security, Linux Administration, Contingency Planning, Disaster Recovery, Authorization (Computing), Linux, Linux Servers, Microsoft Windows, Authentications, Business Continuity Planning, OSI Models, User Accounts, Group Policy, Security Management, Microsoft Servers, Operating System Administration, Systems Administration, Virtualization, Cybersecurity

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    China’s Economic Transformation Part 1: Economic Reform and Growth in China

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Economic Development, International Finance, World History, Fiscal Management, Economics, Financial Systems, Global Marketing, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Governance, Banking, Growth Strategies

    4.8
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    203 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Infosec

    Python for Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cyber Threat Hunting, Threat Detection, Endpoint Detection and Response, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Cyber Security Strategy, System Monitoring, Cyber Operations, Threat Management, Continuous Monitoring, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Exploitation techniques, Data Persistence, Scripting, Network Monitoring, Persistence, Python Programming, Data Access, Computer Programming

    4.5
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    543 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    The Cycle: Management of Successful Arts and Cultural Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Fundraising, Business Management, Organizational Strategy, Event Management, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Planning, Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Planning, Business Marketing, Performing Arts, Growth Strategies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    737 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    ART of the MOOC: Arte Público y Pedagogía

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Community Development, Social Justice, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Creativity, Social Impact, Pedagogy, Student-Centred Learning, Collaboration

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    129 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Leading transformations: Manage change

    Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Organizational Change, Business Transformation, Process Management, Influencing, Leadership, Adaptability, Innovation, Resource Management, Gap Analysis, Dealing With Ambiguity, Resilience, Creative Thinking

    4.7
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    University of Rochester

    Confronting The Big Questions: Highlights of Modern Astronomy

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, Biology, Environment, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Scientific Visualization, Systems Of Measurement, Chemistry

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Generative AI and LLMs: Architecture and Data Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Hugging Face, Data Pipelines, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Natural Language Processing, Data Preprocessing, Artificial Intelligence, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs)

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    University of California San Diego

    Internet of Things: How did we get here?

    Skills you'll gain: Telecommunications, Internet Of Things, Wireless Networks, Emerging Technologies, Communication Systems, Digital Communications, General Networking, Computer Networking, Network Protocols

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Introduction to Cybersecurity & Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Risk Management, Business Continuity Planning, Asset Protection, Risk Analysis, Business Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Risk Mitigation, Vendor Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Management, Cyber Risk, Compliance Management, Asset Management, Security Awareness, Cyber Security Strategy, Threat Management, Security Controls

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Dynamic Programming, Greedy Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Pseudocode, Data Structures, Design Strategies, Programming Principles, Computer Science, Advanced Mathematics, Python Programming, Analysis

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular world history courses

  • Curanderismo: Traditional Healing of the Body: University of New Mexico
  • Computer Security and Systems Management: University of Colorado System
  • China’s Economic Transformation Part 1: Economic Reform and Growth in China: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Python for Cybersecurity: Infosec
  • The Cycle: Management of Successful Arts and Cultural Organizations: University of Maryland, College Park
  • ART of the MOOC: Arte Público y Pedagogía : Duke University
  • Leading transformations: Manage change: Macquarie University
  • Confronting The Big Questions: Highlights of Modern Astronomy: University of Rochester
  • Generative AI and LLMs: Architecture and Data Preparation: IBM
  • Internet of Things: How did we get here?: University of California San Diego

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