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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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    The University of Melbourne

    The French Revolution

    Skills you'll gain: World History, European History, Social Sciences, International Relations, Social Justice, Social Impact, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Economics

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    University of Colorado System

    Coexistence in Medieval Spain: Jews, Christians, and Muslims

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, World History, Intercultural Competence, European History, International Relations, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Diversity Awareness, Research, Research Methodologies, Governance

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Global Trends for Business and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Demography, Market Trend, Trend Analysis, International Relations, Socioeconomics, Global Marketing, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, Financial Systems, Economics, Business Economics, Governance

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    Yonsei University

    Gender, Family, and Social Change in Contemporary South Korea

    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Socioeconomics, Cultural Diversity, International Relations, World History, Demography, Economics

    4.8
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    Tel Aviv University

    The Emergence of the Modern Middle East - Part II

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, World History, International Relations, Policy Analysis, Culture, Socioeconomics, Governance

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    IE Business School

    Business Opportunities and Risks in a Globalized Economy

    Skills you'll gain: Economic Development, International Finance, Economics, Business Economics, Market Opportunities, International Relations, Global Marketing, Demography, Business Risk Management, Analysis, Growth Strategies, Policy Analysis

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    Yonsei University

    Understanding Korean Politics

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Social Studies, Policy Analysis, Economic Development, Social Sciences, International Relations, Diplomacy, Economics, Governance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Tel Aviv University

    The Fall and Rise of Jerusalem

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, International Relations, Political Sciences, Timelines, Governance, Research Methodologies

    4.6
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    Yonsei University

    The Korean Economic Development

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Economic Development, Economics, Export Control, International Finance, Financial Systems, Socioeconomics, International Relations, Public Policies, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Growth Strategies

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    University of Copenhagen

    After the Arab Spring – Democratic Aspirations and State Failure

    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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    University of Houston

    A Brief History of Human Spaceflight

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, International Relations, Human Factors, Failure Analysis, Engineering, Safety Assurance

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    University of Geneva

    Gestion et Politique de l'eau

    Skills you'll gain: Water Resource Management, Water Sustainability, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Policy, Governance, Conflict Management, Environmental Laws, International Relations, Policy Analysis, Case Studies

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

  • The French Revolution: The University of Melbourne
  • Coexistence in Medieval Spain: Jews, Christians, and Muslims: University of Colorado System
  • Global Trends for Business and Society: University of Pennsylvania
  • Gender, Family, and Social Change in Contemporary South Korea: Yonsei University
  • The Emergence of the Modern Middle East - Part II: Tel Aviv University
  • Business Opportunities and Risks in a Globalized Economy: IE Business School
  • Understanding Korean Politics: Yonsei University
  • The Fall and Rise of Jerusalem: Tel Aviv University
  • The Korean Economic Development: Yonsei University
  • After the Arab Spring – Democratic Aspirations and State Failure: University of Copenhagen

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