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Social Innovation Courses

Social innovation courses can help you learn community engagement, social entrepreneurship, impact assessment, and sustainable development strategies. You can build skills in designing innovative solutions, measuring social impact, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders. Many courses introduce tools like logic models, social return on investment (SROI) frameworks, and participatory research methods, that support implementing effective social change initiatives and evaluating their outcomes.

Popular Social Innovation Courses and Certifications


  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Pensamiento científico

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Creative Thinking, Liberal Arts, Research, Critical Thinking, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creativity, Culture, Social Sciences, Social Studies, Ancient History, Decision Making, Analysis, World History, Social Impact

    4.8 stars, 2.1K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2.1K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Geneva

    Développement psychologique de l'enfant

    Skills you'll gain: Child Development, Infant Care, Childhood Education and Development, Self-Awareness, Child Welfare, Human Development, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Parent Communication, Working With Children, Self-Discipline, Psychology, Social Skills, Empathy, Recognizing Others, Creativity

    4.9 stars, 812 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Negociar con sentido: ¿Competir, colaborar o ceder?

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Game Theory, Conflict Management, Psychology, Decision Making, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Sensitivity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Social Justice, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Pearson

    Consumer Behavior and B2B Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Business Marketing, Business-To-Consumer, B2B Sales, Purchasing, Target Market, Marketing Psychology, Marketing, Customer Analysis, Enterprise Sales, Market Dynamics, Strategic Marketing, Culture, Target Audience, New Product Development, Social Sciences, Marketing Strategies, Decision Making, Organizational Structure, Procurement

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Copenhagen Business School

    Leadership in 21st Century Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Culture Transformation, Talent Management, Plan Execution, Crisis Management, Innovation, Business Leadership, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Leadership Development, Organizational Change, Business Ethics, Leadership and Management, Team Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Business Transformation, Human Capital, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Communication, Collaboration

    4.7 stars, 1.4K reviews, Mixed, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.4K) · Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Pearson

    Recognizing Opportunity

    Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Market Opportunities, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Creativity, New Business Development, New Product Development, Open Mindset, Curiosity, Needs Assessment, Market Trend, Trend Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Educación sobre cambio climático: agua y suelos

    Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Hydrology, Climate Change Adaptation, Water Sustainability, Interactive Learning, Environment, Mitigation, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Development, Nutrition Education, Food and Beverage, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Water Quality, Land Management, Instructional Strategies, Nutrition and Diet, Risk Management, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Climate Change Mitigation

    4.8 stars, 16 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (16) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Toronto

    Communication Strategies for a Virtual Age

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Presentations, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Oral Expression, Influencing, Teamwork, Collaboration, Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Virtual Teams, Communication Strategies, Public Speaking, Professional Development, Non-Verbal Communication, Discussion Facilitation, Telecommuting, Driving engagement, Active Listening

    4.8 stars, 4.4K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (4.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Liderazgo efectivo para el siglo XXI

    Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Resilience, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Tenacity, Teamwork, Storytelling, Experimentation, Team Building, Social Skills, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development, Persistence, Team Leadership, Community Development, Leadership Studies, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.9 stars, 3.7K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.9 (3.7K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • F

    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Geopolítica e seus Movimentos Interculturais

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Diplomacy, World History, Culture, International Finance, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, European History, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Governance, Economics, Conflict Management, Economic Development

    4.3 stars, 10 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.3 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Guidance processes in Vocational Education and Training

    Skills you'll gain: Student Support and Services, School Counseling, Academic Advising, Education and Training, Training Programs, Student Engagement, Mentorship, Lifelong Learning, Instructional Strategies, Personal Development, Human Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Increasing Multiplication Mastery with Microsoft PowerPoint

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Office, Mathematics Education, Education Software and Technology, Arithmetic

    4.7 stars, 11 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.7 (11) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular social innovation courses

  • Pensamiento científico: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Développement psychologique de l'enfant: University of Geneva
  • Negociar con sentido: ¿Competir, colaborar o ceder?: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Consumer Behavior and B2B Marketing: Pearson
  • Leadership in 21st Century Organizations: Copenhagen Business School
  • Recognizing Opportunity: Pearson
  • Educación sobre cambio climático: agua y suelos: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Communication Strategies for a Virtual Age: University of Toronto
  • Liderazgo efectivo para el siglo XXI: Universidad de los Andes
  • Geopolítica e seus Movimentos Interculturais: Fundação Instituto de Administração

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