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International Relations Courses

International Relations courses can help you learn diplomatic negotiation, conflict resolution, international law, and global governance. You can build skills in policy analysis, cultural awareness, and strategic communication, which are vital for engaging with diverse perspectives. Many courses introduce tools like data analysis software for assessing geopolitical trends and simulation platforms for practicing negotiation tactics.

Popular International Relations Courses and Certifications


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    Sciences Po

    Politics and Economics of International Energy

    Skills you'll gain: Oil and Gas, Petroleum Industry, Energy and Utilities, Climate Change Mitigation, International Relations, Environmental Issue, Electric Power Systems, Environment and Resource Management, Economic Development, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Policy, Economics, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Studies, Sustainable Technologies, Market Dynamics, Sustainable Development

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    University of London

    Fundamentals of International Business

    Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Business Ethics, Social Sciences, International Relations, Business, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Ethical Standards And Conduct, Sustainable Business, Political Sciences, Business Economics, Corporate Sustainability, Business Strategy, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Economics, Economic Development

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    International Business

    Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Transportation Operations, Financial Systems, Staff Management, People Management, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Responsiveness, Tax, Team Management, Purchasing, Cultural Sensitivity, Commercial Laws, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Logistics Management, General Finance, Supply Chain Management, Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Corporate Sustainability

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Public Relations and Communications Associate

    Skills you'll gain: Media Relations, Proofreading, Public Relations, Stakeholder Analysis, Integrated Marketing Communications, Marketing Communications, Strategic Communication, Public Affairs, Content Management, Performance Reporting, Storytelling, Content Management Systems, Content Performance Analysis, Content Strategy, Report Writing, Business Reporting, Content Scheduling, Marketing Effectiveness, Media Strategy, Generative AI

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    International Marketing and Market Research

    Skills you'll gain: Global Marketing, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Market Research, International Finance, Diversity Awareness, Market Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Culture, Strategic Marketing, Strategic Decision-Making, Marketing, Human Resource Strategy, Organizational Strategy, International Relations, Market Intelligence, Organizational Structure, Human Resources, Regulation and Legal Compliance

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    ESSEC Business School

    International and Cross-Cultural Negotiation

    Skills you'll gain: Communication Strategies, Cultural Sensitivity, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Verbal Communication Skills, Cultural Responsiveness, Interpersonal Communications, Relationship Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Culture, Diversity Awareness, Negotiation, International Relations, Rapport Building, Diplomacy

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    Columbia University

    The Age of Sustainable Development

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Climate Change Mitigation, Economic Development, Socioeconomics, Environmental Issue, Health Equity, Community Development, Social Justice, Human Development, Environment and Resource Management, Health Policy, International Relations, Natural Resource Management, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Food and Beverage, World History

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    University of Geneva

    International Organizations for Interpreters

    Skills you'll gain: Multilingualism, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, English Language, International Relations, Diplomacy, World History, European History, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Political Sciences, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Council on Foreign Relations

    Global Affairs Explained: Managing the International System

    Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Policy Development, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Crisis Management

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Global Strategy I: How The Global Economy Works

    Skills you'll gain: Global Marketing, International Relations, International Finance, Intercultural Competence, World History, Economics, Market Dynamics, Cultural Diversity, Business Management, Political Sciences, Export Control, Business Economics, Business Strategy, Economic Development, Policy Analysis, Corporate Strategy, Investments, Risk Management, Competitive Analysis, Business Development

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Public Relations and the Media

    Skills you'll gain: Press Releases, Strategic Communication, Public Relations, Media Relations, Communication Planning, Crisis Management, Marketing and Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Corporate Sustainability, Earned Media, Social Media, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Target Audience, Journalism, Business Ethics, Content Performance Analysis, Writing, Branding, Strategic Decision-Making, Communication Strategies

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Diplomatic Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, Public Affairs, Economics, Political Sciences, Digital Communications, Cultural Responsiveness, Cultural Diversity, Media and Communications, Public Safety and National Security, Trend Analysis

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular international relations courses

  • Politics and Economics of International Energy: Sciences Po
  • Fundamentals of International Business: University of London
  • International Business: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Microsoft Public Relations and Communications Associate: Microsoft
  • International Marketing and Market Research: EDUCBA
  • International and Cross-Cultural Negotiation: ESSEC Business School
  • The Age of Sustainable Development: Columbia University
  • International Organizations for Interpreters: University of Geneva
  • Global Affairs Explained: Managing the International System: Council on Foreign Relations
  • Global Strategy I: How The Global Economy Works: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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