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Sociology Courses

Sociology courses can help you learn social theories, research methodologies, cultural analysis, and the dynamics of social institutions. You can build skills in critical thinking, qualitative and quantitative research, and effective communication of complex ideas. Many courses introduce tools like statistical software for data analysis and survey design platforms, that support conducting research and interpreting social trends.

Popular Sociology Courses and Certifications


  • F

    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Participação das Mulheres na Sociedade e nas Organizações

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Sociology, Social Justice, Socioeconomics, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Labor Law, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, World History, Economics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Political Sciences, Trend Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universidades Anáhuac

    Cultura Maya en Yucatán

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Sociology, Culture, Social Sciences, World History, Art History, European History, Anthropology, Cultural Diversity, Socioeconomics, Social Justice, Public History, Writing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Digital Strategies: Managing Sociotechnological Co-Evolution

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Social Impact, Technology Strategies, Digital Transformation, Machine Learning, digital literacy, Sociology, Social Sciences, Human Machine Interfaces, Artificial Intelligence, Socioeconomics, AI literacy, Social Justice, Innovation, Change Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Emerging Technologies, Human Factors, Policy Development, Economics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    A Guide to Diversifying and Transforming Football Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Leadership Studies, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Culture Transformation, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Diversity Awareness, Organizational Change, Cultural Diversity, Governance, Advocacy, Social Justice, Organizational Structure, Overcoming Obstacles, Sociology

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Personality Development: Analyze & Apply Growth

    Skills you'll gain: Personal Development, Human Development, Personal Attributes, Self-Awareness, Psychosocial Assessments, Growth Mindedness, Lifelong Learning, Psychology, Psychological Evaluations, Social Sciences, Sociology, Goal Setting

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    The Museum of Modern Art

    Fashion as Design: Expression and Community

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Art History, Aesthetics, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Social Studies, Diversity Awareness, Non-Verbal Communication, Community Development, Visual Storytelling, Creative Design, World History, Creativity, Emotional Intelligence, Photography, Trend Analysis, Design Elements And Principles, Creative Problem-Solving, Critical Thinking, Personal Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Race, Gender, and Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Public History, Social Sciences, Sociology, World History, International Relations, Political Sciences

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Ethical Decision-Making in a Social World

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Personal Integrity, Professionalism, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Organizational Leadership, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Decision Making, Empathy, Emotional Intelligence, Social Skills, Leadership, Culture Transformation, Influencing, Sociology, Social Sciences, Psychology, Compliance Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Online Influence and Persuasion

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Social Media Analytics, Network Analysis, Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, Statistical Analysis, Social Sciences, Research, Data Collection, AI Personalization, Sociology, Data Transformation, Persuasive Communication, Application Programming Interface (API), Extract, Transform, Load, Media and Communications, Scripting, Psychology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Storying the Self: (Re)Claiming our Voices

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Storytelling, Empathy, Diversity Awareness, Cognitive flexibility, Initiative and Leadership, Creativity, Cultural Diversity, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Social Justice, Open Mindset, Creative Thinking, Sociology, Social Sciences, Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • F

    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Vieses Inconscientes e Comportamentos

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Training, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Personal Attributes, Cultural Diversity, Self-Awareness, Open Mindset, Social Justice, Critical Thinking, Sociology, Mitigation

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universidad de Palermo

    Políticas públicas y bienestar: estrategias para sociedades más felices

    Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Social and Human Services, Community Development, Public Affairs, Social Sciences, Sociology, Interactive Learning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Participação das Mulheres na Sociedade e nas Organizações: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Cultura Maya en Yucatán: Universidades Anáhuac
  • Digital Strategies: Managing Sociotechnological Co-Evolution: University of California, Davis
  • A Guide to Diversifying and Transforming Football Leadership: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Personality Development: Analyze & Apply Growth: EDUCBA
  • Fashion as Design: Expression and Community: The Museum of Modern Art
  • Race, Gender, and Culture: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Ethical Decision-Making in a Social World: University of Pennsylvania
  • Online Influence and Persuasion: Johns Hopkins University
  • Storying the Self: (Re)Claiming our Voices: University of Colorado Boulder

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