Democracy courses can help you learn about civic engagement, political theory, electoral systems, and the role of institutions in governance. You can build skills in critical thinking, public speaking, and analyzing policy impacts. Many courses introduce tools like data analysis software for interpreting voting trends and platforms for organizing community initiatives, allowing you to apply your knowledge in practical ways.

Universiteit Leiden
Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Safety and Security, Public Safety and National Security, Security Management, Case Studies, Cybersecurity, Crisis Management, International Relations, Governance, Environmental Issue, Analysis, Complex Problem Solving
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Lausanne
Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Environmental Issue, Social Studies, Sustainable Development, Public Policies, European History, Governance, Economics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Northwestern University
Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Digital Transformation, Marketing, Professional Networking, Content Strategy, Customer Engagement, Consumer Behaviour, Stakeholder Engagement, Integrated Marketing Communications, Target Audience, Peer Review
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Copenhagen
Skills you'll gain: Demography, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, International Relations, Sociology, World History, Governance, Socioeconomics, Policy Analysis, Economic Development, Economics, Education and Training
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Northwestern University
Skills you'll gain: Social Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Customer Engagement, Social Media Management, Marketing, Professional Networking, Content Strategy, Marketing Analytics, Target Market, Target Audience, Emerging Technologies, Peer Review
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Social Justice, Social Work, Health Equity, Diversity Awareness, Human Services, Cultural Diversity, Advocacy, Community Development, Public Policies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Demography, Political Sciences, International Relations, Sociology, Anthropology, World History, Cultural Diversity, Governance, Economics, Conflict Management
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

The University of Melbourne
Skills you'll gain: Art History, International Relations, Political Sciences, Culture, Socioeconomics, Ancient History, World History, Social Sciences, Economic Development, Anthropology, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Economics, Market Dynamics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Demography, International Relations, Political Sciences, Market Trend, Socioeconomics, Trend Analysis, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, World History, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Financial Systems, Economics, Business, Governance
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Art History, Music History, Liberal Arts, Music, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Performing Arts, Pedagogy, Teaching, Public Affairs, Cultural Diversity, Community Development, Advocacy, Case Studies
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Erasmus University Rotterdam
Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Sustainable Development, Governance, Advocacy, Public Policies, Training and Development, International Relations, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Fundraising, Policy Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Policy Analysis, Organizational Effectiveness, Accountability, Strategic Partnership, Coordination
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Telecommuting, Human Computer Interaction, Social Network Analysis, Remote Access Systems, Interaction Design, Social Sciences, Driving engagement, Research and Design, Digital Communications
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks