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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


  • M

    Microsoft

    Introduction to Public Relations

    Skills you'll gain: Media Relations, Public Relations, Target Audience, Marketing and Public Relations, Strategic Communication, Media Strategy, Performance Metric, Campaign Planning, Program Evaluation, Generative AI, AI literacy, Content Creation, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    ★ 4.7 (148) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    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 Proceedings, Case Law, Adjudication, Litigation and Civil Justice, International Relations, Social Justice, Case Studies

    ★ 4.8 (1.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad de Chile

    América Latina en los cambios internacionales: amenazas y oportunidades.

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Diplomacy, World History, Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Public Policies, Cultural Diversity, Strategic Partnership, Economic Development, Governance

    ★ 4.5 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of London

    Internal Displacement, Conflict and Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Community Development, Conflict Management, Sustainable Development, Social and Human Services, Social Impact, International Relations, Social Work, Sociology, Advocacy, Creativity, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Storytelling, Peer Review

    ★ 4.8 (92) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Virginia

    The Modern World, Part Two: Global History since 1910

    Skills you'll gain: World History, International Relations, Diplomacy, European History, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Culture, Economics, Public Safety and National Security, Governance

    ★ 4.8 (1.7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Understanding Political Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Critical Thinking, Case Studies, Research, Social Sciences, Governance, Sociology, Interactive Learning, Public Administration, Research Methodologies

    ★ 4.9 (30) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Foreign Policies of Great, Middle, and Small Powers

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

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Case Western Reserve University

    Introduction to International Criminal Law

    Skills you'll gain: Trial Preparation, Court Systems, Legal Proceedings, Legal Hearings, International Relations, Legal Strategy, Diplomacy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Public Safety and National Security, Legal Writing, Interactive Learning, Case Studies, Student Engagement

    ★ 4.8 (4K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Università Bocconi

    Management of International Development: Towards Agenda 2030

    Skills you'll gain: Human Capital, Governance, Sustainable Development, Human Resource Strategy, Intercultural Competence, International Relations, Management Training And Development, Strategic Thinking, Human Resources Management and Planning, Cultural Diversity, Organizational Development, Economic Development, Organizational Strategy, People Management, International Finance, Political Sciences, Diversity Awareness, Policy Development, Strategic Decision-Making, Stakeholder Management

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

  • E

    EDUCBA

    International Marketing and Market Research

    Skills you'll gain: Global Marketing, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Market Research, International Finance, Diversity Awareness, Market Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Culture, Strategic Marketing, Strategic Decision-Making, Marketing, Human Resource Strategy, Organizational Strategy, International Relations, Market Intelligence, Organizational Structure, Human Resources, Regulation and Legal Compliance

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universiteit Leiden

    Taxation of Multinationals for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Corporate Tax, Tax Planning, Tax Laws, Tax, Tax Management, Tax Compliance, International Finance

    ★ 4.8 (20) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Sciences Po

    Migrations internationales : un enjeu mondial

    Skills you'll gain: Immigration Law, World History, International Relations, Environmental Issue, European History, Social Sciences, Governance, Demography, Sociology, Diplomacy, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Public Policies, Economic Development, Economics, Case Studies

    ★ 4.6 (135) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to Public Relations: Microsoft
  • International Law in Action: A Guide to the International Courts and Tribunals in The Hague: Universiteit Leiden
  • América Latina en los cambios internacionales: amenazas y oportunidades. : Universidad de Chile
  • Internal Displacement, Conflict and Protection: University of London
  • The Modern World, Part Two: Global History since 1910: University of Virginia
  • Understanding Political Concepts: Università di Napoli Federico II
  • Foreign Policies of Great, Middle, and Small Powers: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Introduction to International Criminal Law: Case Western Reserve University
  • Management of International Development: Towards Agenda 2030: Università Bocconi
  • International Marketing and Market Research: EDUCBA

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