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Humanitarian Courses

Humanitarian courses can help you learn crisis response strategies, community engagement techniques, and the principles of humanitarian law. You can build skills in needs assessment, resource allocation, and effective communication with diverse populations. Many courses introduce tools like Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for mapping disaster areas, data analysis software for evaluating program impact, and project management platforms to coordinate relief efforts.

Popular Humanitarian Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of London

    Refugees in the 21st Century

    Skills you'll gain: Immigration Law, Case Studies, International Relations, Diplomacy, World History, Social Justice, Socioeconomics, Demography, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Peer Review, European History

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

  • C

    Coursera

    Building Diverse, Inclusive, and Safe Workplaces

    Skills you'll gain: Workplace inclusivity, Workplace Bullying Intervention, Diversity Training, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Intercultural Competence, Active Listening, Diversity Awareness, Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Cultural Diversity, Empathy, Safety Culture, People Management, Drive Engagement, Interpersonal Communications, Diversity Programs, Employee Engagement, Cultural Sensitivity, Communication

    ★ 4.7 (199) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Stanford University

    Giving 2.0: The MOOC

    Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Resource Utilization, Social Impact, Program Evaluation, Lifelong Learning, Collaboration, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Making, Planning, Entrepreneurship, Research

    ★ 4.6 (212) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    New York University

    Climate Change and Human Rights

    Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Environmental Issue, Legal Proceedings, Legal Strategy, Social Justice, Environmental Policy, Lawsuits, Litigation and Civil Justice, Sustainable Development, Environmental Laws, Climate Change Adaptation, Advocacy, Climate Change Mitigation

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

  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Effective Engagement of Civil Society in Development

    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Sustainable Development, Social Impact, Advocacy, Stakeholder Engagement, Public Policies, International Relations, Governance, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Policy Development, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Public Affairs, Strategic Partnership, Organizational Effectiveness, Relationship Building, Program Evaluation, Accountability, Accountability Frameworks, Coordination

    ★ 4.7 (618) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Leadership focused on Human Flourishing

    Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Self-Awareness, Resilience, Personal Development, Optimism, Overcoming Obstacles, Leadership Development, Leadership, Growth Mindedness, Visionary, Relationship Building

    ★ 4.8 (71) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Climate Change, Sustainability, and Global Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Programs, Environment, Environmental Regulations, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Environmental Policy, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Issue, Environmental Laws, Energy and Utilities, Environment Health And Safety, Climate Change Adaptation, Environment and Resource Management, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Mitigation, Environmental Science, Health Assessment, Public Health, Pollution Prevention

    ★ 4.9 (96) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Emotional Intelligence for Leaders and Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Trustworthiness, Drive Engagement, Compassion, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity and Inclusion, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Leadership Development, Internal Communications, Leadership and Management, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Team Building, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Culture Transformation, Collaboration

    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Resilience in Children Exposed to Trauma, Disaster and War: Global Perspectives

    Skills you'll gain: Child Welfare, Crisis Intervention, Research Methodologies, Family Support, Science and Research, Working With Children, Trauma Care, Child Development, Emergency Response, Risk Analysis, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Case Studies

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

  • U

    University of Geneva

    Humanitarian Health

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Crisis Intervention, Maternal Health, Emergency Response, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Community Health, Health Disparities, Healthcare Ethics, Health Systems, Health Equity, Public Health, Research, Infectious Diseases, Infection Control, Emerging Technologies, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research Methodologies, Climate Change Adaptation, Innovation, Accountability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Compassionate Leadership Through Service Learning with Jane Goodall and Roots & Shoots

    Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Compassion, Community Development, Community Outreach, Social Impact, Needs Assessment, Program Evaluation, Empathy, Education and Training, Data Mapping, Initiative and Leadership, Empowerment, Curriculum Planning, Working With Children, Collaboration, Planning, Driving engagement, Environmental Issue

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

  • I

    Imperial College London

    Migration and health

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Public Health, Health Systems, Health Care, Climate Change Programs, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Policy, Immigration Law, Governance, Public Policies, Demography, Cultural Diversity, Policy Analysis

    ★ 4.9 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular humanitarian courses

  • Refugees in the 21st Century: University of London
  • Building Diverse, Inclusive, and Safe Workplaces: Coursera
  • Giving 2.0: The MOOC: Stanford University
  • Climate Change and Human Rights: New York University
  • Effective Engagement of Civil Society in Development: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Leadership focused on Human Flourishing: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Climate Change, Sustainability, and Global Public Health: University of Michigan
  • Emotional Intelligence for Leaders and Managers: Packt
  • Resilience in Children Exposed to Trauma, Disaster and War: Global Perspectives: University of Minnesota
  • Humanitarian Health: University of Geneva

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