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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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    Microsoft

    Introduction to Microsoft Copilot

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Generative AI, Microsoft Office, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Productivity Software, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Natural Language Processing

    4.5
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    119 reviews

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Healthcare Organizations and the Health System

    Skills you'll gain: Health Care Administration, Governance, Health Systems, Presentations, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Organizational Structure, Health Care, Microsoft PowerPoint

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    356 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Geneva

    Classical papers in molecular genetics

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, Life Sciences, Laboratory Research, Microbiology, Experimentation

    4.6
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    247 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Drug Development and Pharmacoepidemiology

    Skills you'll gain: Medication Therapy Management, Drug Development, Clinical Trials, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmacology, Medical Prescription, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Research, Pre-Clinical Development, Drug Interaction, Patient Safety, Medical Devices, Statistical Analysis, Value-Based Care, Epidemiology, Utilization Management, Program Evaluation, Public Health, Data Analysis

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    PwC India

    PwC GST Taxation Executive

    Skills you'll gain: Accounting Records, Tax Returns, Invoicing, Reconciliation, Tax Compliance, Billing & Invoicing, Auditing, Accounting, Sales Tax, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Compliance Management, Billing, Income Tax, Tax Laws, Tax, Record Keeping, Registration, Records Management, Document Control, Compliance Auditing

    4.5
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Application of AI, InsurTech, and Real Estate Technology

    Skills you'll gain: FinTech, Emerging Technologies, Market Analysis, Fraud detection, Real Estate, Real Time Data, Insurance, Property and Real Estate, Artificial Intelligence, Market Trend, Machine Learning, Commercial Real Estate, Financial Sales, Case Studies, Customer experience improvement, Automation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    586 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    Relationship Management and Business Development

    Skills you'll gain: Relationship Management, Rapport Building, Business Development, Customer Retention, Communication, Business Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Market Opportunities, Organizational Development, Upselling, Active Listening

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    252 reviews

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    The State University of New York

    Global Health Diplomacy

    Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, Health Policy, Governance, Health Systems, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, International Finance, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Health Care, Public Safety and National Security, Philanthropy, Advocacy, Economic Development, Case Studies

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    128 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Salesforce

    Lead Management in Salesforce

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Development, Salesforce, Lead Generation, Sales Support, Sales Pipelines, Campaign Management, Sales Process, Sales Operations, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Data Import/Export, Data Cleansing

    4.7
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    379 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Browser-based Models with TensorFlow.js

    Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Tensorflow, Transfer Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Computer Vision, JSON, Model Deployment, Applied Machine Learning, Javascript, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Processing, Real Time Data, Web Applications, Machine Learning, Data Transformation

    4.8
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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

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    203 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Curtis Institute of Music

    Exploring Beethoven’s Piano Sonatas

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music History, Instrumental Music, Classical Music, Music Theory, Music Performance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    610 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to Microsoft Copilot: Microsoft
  • Healthcare Organizations and the Health System: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Classical papers in molecular genetics: University of Geneva
  • Drug Development and Pharmacoepidemiology: Johns Hopkins University
  • PwC GST Taxation Executive: PwC India
  • Application of AI, InsurTech, and Real Estate Technology: University of Pennsylvania
  • Relationship Management and Business Development : Starweaver
  • Global Health Diplomacy: The State University of New York
  • Lead Management in Salesforce: Salesforce
  • Browser-based Models with TensorFlow.js: DeepLearning.AI

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