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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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    Council on Foreign Relations

    Global Affairs Explained: The Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, World History, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Culture, Socioeconomics, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Economics, Governance, Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Conflict Resolution, Negotiations and Crisis Management

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Mediation, Negotiation, Conflict Management, Diplomacy, Leadership, Governance, Public Safety and National Security, International Relations, Social Justice, Diversity and Inclusion, Decision Making, Case Studies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Foreign Policies of Great, Middle, and Small Powers

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Diplomacy, Political Sciences, World History, Public Policies, Social Sciences, Policy Analysis, Public Safety and National Security, Economics, Case Studies, Governance, Security Strategy, Analytical Skills

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    America Through Foreign Eyes

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Intercultural Competence, Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, World History, Diversity Awareness, Political Sciences, Economics, Sociology, Media and Communications

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    University of Virginia

    The Modern World, Part Two: Global History since 1910

    Skills you'll gain: World History, International Relations, European History, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Culture, Economics, Governance

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Russian History: from Lenin to Putin

    Skills you'll gain: World History, European History, International Relations, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Economics, Governance

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Diplomatic Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, Negotiation, International Relations, Public Affairs, Economics, Political Sciences, Digital Communications, Communication, Cultural Diversity, Virtual Teams, Media and Communications, Social Media, Crisis Management

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    India-US Relations: Geopolitics, Culture, and Business

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Immigration Law, International Relations, Strategic Partnership, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Higher Education, Social Sciences, World History, Public Safety and National Security, Business

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    Universiteit Leiden

    Terrorism and Counterterrorism: Comparing Theory and Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Public Safety and National Security, Research, Research Methodologies, Policy Analysis, Media and Communications, Crisis Intervention, World History, International Relations, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Trend Analysis, Social Impact, Psychology, Case Studies

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    International Business Entry Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Global Marketing, Export Control, Mergers & Acquisitions, Risk Management, Business Development, International Relations, Market Analysis, Franchising, New Business Development, Target Market, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Business Strategy

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    University of Virginia

    The Modern World, Part One: Global History from 1760 to 1910

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

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universiteit Leiden

    International Law in Action: A Guide to the International Courts and Tribunals in The Hague

    Skills you'll gain: Arbitration, Court Systems, Mediation, Political Sciences, Legal Research, Legal Proceedings, Diplomacy, Case Law, Legal Hearings, Adjudication, International Relations, Civil Law, Case Studies

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Global Affairs Explained: The Fundamentals: Council on Foreign Relations
  • Conflict Resolution, Negotiations and Crisis Management: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Foreign Policies of Great, Middle, and Small Powers: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • America Through Foreign Eyes: Rice University
  • The Modern World, Part Two: Global History since 1910: University of Virginia
  • Russian History: from Lenin to Putin: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Diplomatic Practice: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • India-US Relations: Geopolitics, Culture, and Business: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Terrorism and Counterterrorism: Comparing Theory and Practice: Universiteit Leiden
  • International Business Entry Strategies : University of Colorado Boulder

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