• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Degrees
​
Log In
Join for Free
  • Browse
  • World History

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


  • T

    The University of Notre Dame

    Sacred Texts in Dialogue: Exploring the Bible and the Qur'an

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Culture, World History, Research, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Political Sciences

    5 stars, 6 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Internet of Things: Sensing and Actuation From Devices

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Digital Signal Processing, Peripheral Devices, Computer Hardware, Wireless Networks, Communication Systems, Systems Development, Application Development

    4.5 stars, 162 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (162) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Sustainability of Social-Ecological Systems: the Nexus between Water, Energy and Food

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Sustainable Systems, Data Literacy, Systems Thinking, Case Studies, Water Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Water Resources, Quantitative Research, Environmental Issue, Water Resource Management, Energy and Utilities, Environment, Socioeconomics, Social Impact, Analysis, Policy Analysis, Environment and Resource Management, Correlation Analysis

    4.5 stars, 110 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (110) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Advanced Models for Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Supply Chain Planning, Supply Chain, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Workforce Management, Resource Planning, Business Analytics, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Manufacturing Operations, Operations Management, Workforce Planning, Financial Modeling, Inventory Control, Business Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Production Process, Resource Allocation, Analytics, Cash Management

    4.7 stars, 61 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (61) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidad de Palermo

    E-Business: Negocios Online

    Skills you'll gain: Online Advertising, E-Commerce, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Digital Marketing, Digital Advertising, Business Strategy, Social Media Strategy, Google Ads, Advertising, Technology Strategies, Digital Transformation, Email Marketing, Social Media, Advertising Campaigns, Social Media Campaigns, Branding

    4.7 stars, 259 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (259) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Master Excel Advanced Functions and Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Dashboard, Forecasting, Analytics, Advanced Analytics, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Data Validation, Analysis, Data Entry, Data Management, Data Integrity, Data Security, Decision Making

    4.8 stars, 37 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (37) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Azure Security Tools Specialization

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Record Keeping, Vulnerability Scanning, Security Testing, Data Management, Cloud Management, Threat Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Records Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Authentications, Firewall, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Authorization (Computing), Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Active Directory, Data Ethics, AI Security

    4.8 stars, 51 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (51) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Introducción al Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Analysis, Branding, Brand Strategy, Brand Marketing, Marketing Psychology, Strategic Marketing, Marketing, Brand Management, Consumer Behaviour, Go To Market Strategy, Marketing Strategies, Customer Insights, Marketing Communications, Driving engagement, Online Advertising, E-Commerce

    4.8 stars, 272 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (272) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • Y

    Yonsei University

    Big Data Emerging Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Big Data, SPSS (Software), SPSS, Analytics, Business Technologies, Real Time Data, Apache Hadoop, Data Processing, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Business Planning, Data Storage Technologies, Business Strategy, Market Data, Business Strategies, Market Intelligence, Market Share, Market Dynamics, Distributed Computing

    4.7 stars, 322 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (322) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • F

    Fractal Analytics

    Behavior Architecture - Understanding Human Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Decision Making, Behavior Management, Behavioral Management, Emotional Intelligence, Psychology, Critical Thinking, Empathy

    4.4 stars, 61 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (61) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Council on Foreign Relations

    Climate Change: The Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Climate Change Mitigation, International Relations, Sustainable Development, Diplomacy, Social Studies, Environmental Science, World History, Scientific Methods, Physical Science, Advocacy, Human Factors

    4.8 stars, 10 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google

    Office of the CISO Institute: Cybersecurity Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Business Continuity Planning, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Business Continuity, Endpoint Security, Disaster Recovery, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Governance, Vulnerability Assessments, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Vulnerability Management, Network Security, Continuous Monitoring, Security Controls, Cloud Security, Risk Management

    4.6 stars, 89 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (89) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
1…210211212…793

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

  • Sacred Texts in Dialogue: Exploring the Bible and the Qur'an: The University of Notre Dame
  • Internet of Things: Sensing and Actuation From Devices: University of California San Diego
  • Sustainability of Social-Ecological Systems: the Nexus between Water, Energy and Food: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Advanced Models for Decision Making: University of Minnesota
  • E-Business: Negocios Online: Universidad de Palermo
  • Master Excel Advanced Functions and Analytics: EDUCBA
  • Microsoft Azure Security Tools Specialization: Microsoft
  • Introducción al Marketing: University of Pennsylvania
  • Big Data Emerging Technologies: Yonsei University
  • Behavior Architecture - Understanding Human Behavior: Fractal Analytics

Other topics to explore

Arts and Humanities
338 courses
Business
1095 courses
Computer Science
668 courses
Data Science
425 courses
Information Technology
145 courses
Health
471 courses
Math and Logic
70 courses
Personal Development
137 courses
Physical Science and Engineering
413 courses
Social Sciences
401 courses
Language Learning
150 courses

Coursera Footer

Skills

  • Accounting
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • Human Resources (HR)
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Project Management
  • Python
  • SQL

Professional Certificates

  • Google AI Certificate
  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
  • Google Data Analytics Certificate
  • Google IT Support Certificate
  • Google Project Management Certificate
  • Google UX Design Certificate
  • IBM AI Engineering Certificate
  • IBM AI Product Manager Certificate
  • IBM Data Science Certificate
  • Intuit Academy Bookkeeping Certificate

Courses & Specializations

  • AI Essentials Specialization
  • AI For Business Specialization
  • AI For Everyone Course
  • AI in Healthcare Specialization
  • Deep Learning Specialization
  • Excel Skills for Business Specialization
  • Financial Markets Course
  • Machine Learning Specialization
  • Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT Course
  • Python for Everybody Specialization

Career Resources

  • Career Aptitude Test
  • CAPM Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA A+ Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA Security+ Certification Requirements
  • Essential IT Certifications
  • High-Income Skills to Learn
  • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
  • PMP Certification Requirements
  • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
  • Share your Coursera learning story

Coursera

  • About
  • What We Offer
  • Leadership
  • Careers
  • Catalog
  • Coursera Plus
  • Professional Certificates
  • MasterTrack® Certificates
  • Degrees
  • For Enterprise
  • For Government
  • For Campus
  • Become a Partner
  • Social Impact
  • Free Courses
  • Udemy

Community

  • Learners
  • Partners
  • Beta Testers
  • Blog
  • The Coursera Podcast
  • Tech Blog

More

  • Press
  • Investors
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Help
  • Accessibility
  • Contact
  • Articles
  • Directory
  • Affiliates
  • Modern Slavery Statement
  • Cookies Preference Center
Learn Anywhere
Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play
Logo of Certified B Corporation
© 2026 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Coursera Facebook
  • Coursera Linkedin
  • Coursera Twitter
  • Coursera YouTube
  • Coursera Instagram
  • Coursera TikTok