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Gender Studies Courses

Gender Studies courses can help you learn about gender theory, intersectionality, and the impact of social constructs on identity. You can build skills in critical analysis, research methodologies, and effective advocacy strategies. Many courses introduce tools such as qualitative research software and data analysis techniques, that support examining societal trends and informing policy discussions.


Popular Gender Studies Courses and Certifications


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    Imperial College London

    Globalisation and health governance

    Skills you'll gain: Advocacy, Social Determinants Of Health, Community Health, Public Health, Health Policy, Health Systems, Health Equity, Health Care, International Relations, Socioeconomics, Governance, Research, Political Sciences

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Market Equilibrium, Government Policy & Elasticity

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Supply And Demand, Policy Analysis, Market Dynamics, Business Economics, Public Policies, Socioeconomics, Consumer Behaviour, Decision Making

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Envejecimiento y Derechos Humanos

    Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Disabilities, Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Human Services, Cultural Diversity, Advocacy, Community Development, Public Policies

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    Coursera

    Understanding & Preventing Workplace Sexual Harassment

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Diversity, Empathy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Security Awareness, Advocacy, Professionalism, Conflict Management, Accountability, Investigation

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    Princeton University

    Global Systemic Risk

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Analysis, Systems Thinking, World History, International Relations, Social Network Analysis, Financial Systems, Public Health, Governance, Epidemiology, Complex Problem Solving, Economics, Supply Chain

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    University of Geneva

    Global Health: An Interdisciplinary Overview

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Environmental Science, Environment Health And Safety, Health Disparities, Public Health, International Relations, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Health Care, Socioeconomics, Governance, Sustainable Development, Medical Science and Research, Drug Development, Political Sciences, Pharmaceuticals, Chronic Diseases, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Intellectual Property

    4.5
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Excellence in Online Teaching

    Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Education Software and Technology, Educational Materials, Learning Management Systems, Digital pedagogy, Community Development, Adult Education, Instructional Design, Motivational Skills, Relationship Building, Technology Strategies, Professional Development, Collaboration, Cultural Responsiveness, Constructive Feedback, Communication

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    University of Michigan

    Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change

    Skills you'll gain: Social Work, Community and Social Work, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Advocacy, Cultural Sensitivity, Diversity Awareness, Research, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Systems Thinking, Human Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Health Equity Research & Practice: Local & Global Lessons

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Social Determinants Of Health, Maternal Health, Social Justice, Community Health, Public Health, Health Policy, Sustainable Development, Cultural Diversity, Qualitative Research, Research Methodologies

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    Lund University

    Transforming higher education with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Higher Education, ChatGPT, Responsible AI, Education Software and Technology, AI Personalization, LLM Application, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Survey Data Collection and Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Sample Size Determination, Survey Creation, Data Collection, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Interviewing Skills, Surveys, Research Design, STATA (Software), Data Integration, Data Validation, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Stata, Data Quality, Statistical Modeling, Qualitative Research, Data Cleansing, R Programming

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    The University of Sydney

    محو الأمية المعلوماتية والرقمية لتحقيق النجاح في الجامعة

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, digital literacy, Information Management, Professionalism, Research, Communication, Personal Integrity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Digital Communications, Organizational Skills

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular gender studies courses

  • Globalisation and health governance: Imperial College London
  • Market Equilibrium, Government Policy & Elasticity: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Envejecimiento y Derechos Humanos: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Understanding & Preventing Workplace Sexual Harassment: Coursera
  • Global Systemic Risk : Princeton University
  • Global Health: An Interdisciplinary Overview: University of Geneva
  • Excellence in Online Teaching: Johns Hopkins University
  • Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change: University of Michigan
  • Health Equity Research & Practice: Local & Global Lessons: Johns Hopkins University
  • Transforming higher education with Generative AI: Lund University

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