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Social Science Research Courses

Social Science Research courses can help you learn qualitative and quantitative research methods, data analysis techniques, and ethical considerations in research. You can build skills in survey design, statistical analysis, and critical thinking to evaluate social phenomena. Many courses introduce tools like SPSS, R, or NVivo, that support analyzing data and interpreting results, enabling you to apply your skills in real-world social issues and contribute to informed decision-making in various fields.

Popular Social Science Research Courses and Certifications


  • P

    Packt

    Assertiveness You can Speak Up for Yourself

    Skills you'll gain: Assertiveness, Public Speaking, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Presentations, Communication, Performing Arts, Composure, Executive Presence, Communication Strategies, Constructive Feedback, Leadership, Personal Development, Habit Formation, Needs Assessment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • C

    Coursera

    Basic Image Classification with TensorFlow

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Keras (Neural Network Library), Model Training, Tensorflow, Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Network Model, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Network Architecture

    4.6 stars, 848 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (848) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • M

    Microsoft

    Service Operations Management

    Skills you'll gain: Service Level, Service Level Agreement, Operations, Operational Efficiency, Service Management, Operations Management, Operational Analysis, Customer experience improvement, Process Optimization, Data Entry, Performance Analysis, Performance Measurement, Data Validation, Business Metrics, Customer Relationship Management, Data Quality, Workflow Management, Data Processing, Data Management, Data Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Global Challenges in Business

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Global Marketing, Virtual Teams, Business Ethics, Diversity Marketing, Corporate Sustainability, Intercultural Competence, Sustainable Development, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Workplace inclusivity, Consumer Behaviour, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Environmental Issue, Market Analysis, Branding, Solution Design, Culture, Business Strategies

    4.8 stars, 571 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (571) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Basics of Extracellular Vesicles

    Skills you'll gain: Blood Collection, Specimen Collection, Specimen Processing, Specimen Preparation, Urinalysis, Laboratory Testing, Cell Cultures, Cell Biology, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Research, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Technology, Laboratory Equipment, Biology

    4.8 stars, 356 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (356) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Communicating Business Analytics Results

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Storytelling, Data Literacy, Business Analytics, Presentations, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Analytics, Technical Communication, Case Studies, Predictive Analytics, Correlation Analysis

    4.5 stars, 521 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (521) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    ESSEC Business School

    Negotiation Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Verbal Communication Skills, Active Listening, Price Negotiation, Oral Expression, Communication, Communication Strategies, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Strategic Partnership, Relationship Building, Diplomacy, Overcoming Objections, Value Propositions, Stakeholder Management, Discussion Facilitation, Rapport Building, Relationship Management, Analysis

    4.7 stars, 1.7K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Principios de Psicología

    Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Sensory Systems Analysis, Human Learning, Learning Theory, Human Development, Scientific Methods, Sociology, Social Sciences, Science and Research, Research Methodologies

    4.7 stars, 250 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Scrimba

    Learn React

    Skills you'll gain: React.js, UI Components, Front-End Web Development, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Interface (UI), Code Reusability, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Development Tools, Web Frameworks, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Application Programming Interface (API), Data Mapping

    4.7 stars, 231 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (231) · Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • H

    Huddersfield Sandbox

    Creating Ethical Media and Journalism

    Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Data Ethics, Media and Communications, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Content Creation, Responsible AI, Working With Children, AI literacy, Diversity Awareness, Intellectual Property, Cultural Diversity

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Peking University

    算法基础

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Graph Theory

    4.8 stars, 321 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • R

    Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

    The Future of Sports Media and Challenges Ahead

    Skills you'll gain: Media and Communications, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Revenue Management, Innovation, Brand Management, Content Strategy, Augmented Reality, New Product Development, Digital Transformation, Storytelling, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Trend Analysis, Sustainability Reporting, People Analytics, Metadata Management, Game Theory, Digital Design, Artificial Intelligence, Open Source Technology, 3D Modeling

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular social science research courses

  • Assertiveness You can Speak Up for Yourself: Packt
  • Basic Image Classification with TensorFlow: Coursera
  • Service Operations Management: Microsoft
  • Global Challenges in Business: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Basics of Extracellular Vesicles: University of California, Irvine
  • Communicating Business Analytics Results: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Negotiation Fundamentals: ESSEC Business School
  • Principios de Psicología: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Learn React: Scrimba
  • Creating Ethical Media and Journalism: Huddersfield Sandbox

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