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Behavioral Economics Courses

Behavioral economics courses can help you learn decision-making processes, cognitive biases, and the impact of social influences on economic behavior. You can build skills in analyzing consumer behavior, designing effective interventions, and applying experimental methods to test hypotheses. Many courses introduce tools like statistical software for data analysis and survey platforms for gathering insights, helping you apply these skills to practical work in marketing, public policy, and finance.

Popular Behavioral Economics Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of London

    Quantitative Foundations for International Business

    Skills you'll gain: Business Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Calculus, Financial Modeling, Algebra, Business Economics, Market Dynamics, Derivatives

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    425 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universitat de Barcelona

    The Mediterranean, a Space of Exchange (from the Renaissance to Enlightenment)

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, World History, Culture, International Relations, Art History, Social Sciences, Economics, European History, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Political Sciences

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    228 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Methods for Solving Problems

    Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Computational Thinking, Probability Distribution, Behavioral Economics, Analysis, Logical Reasoning, Algorithms, Analytical Skills, Theoretical Computer Science, Decision Intelligence

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    188 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Duke University

    Advertising and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Advertising, Media and Communications, Advertising Campaigns, Online Advertising, Digital Advertising, Electronic Media, Culture, Marketing Psychology, Diversity Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    978 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Organising an Empire: The Assyrian Way

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Governance, Social Studies, World History, Anthropology, Diplomacy, Sociology, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Economics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    818 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Uncommon Sense Teaching: Part 2, Building Community and Habits of Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Critical Thinking, Classroom Management, Stress Management, Teaching, Student Engagement, Differentiated Instruction, Instructional Strategies, Pedagogy, Human Learning, Special Education, Behavioral Management, Disabilities, Learning Theory, Learning Styles, Driving engagement, Habit Formation

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    130 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Manchester

    Water Supply and Sanitation Policy in Developing Countries Part 1: Understanding Complex Problems

    Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Sanitation, Water Sustainability, Water Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Climate Change Adaptation, Policy Development, Economic Development, Health Disparities, Public Health, Political Sciences, Economics, Supply And Demand

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    352 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Copenhagen

    After the Arab Spring – Democratic Aspirations and State Failure

    Skills you'll gain: Demography, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, International Relations, Sociology, World History, Governance, Socioeconomics, Policy Analysis, Social Justice, Economics, Human Development, Education and Training

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    540 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Strategy & Economic Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Market Dynamics, Supply And Demand, Game Theory, Business Strategy, Product Lifecycle Management, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Business Economics, Business Strategies, Product Strategy, Innovation, Corporate Strategy, Economics, Market Trend, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Planning, Organizational Strategy, Global Marketing, Adaptability, Team Leadership

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    220 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • D

    Duke University

    Interacting with the System and Managing Memory

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Memory Management, Maintainability, C (Programming Language), Software Engineering, System Programming, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Development, Simulations, Command-Line Interface, Collaborative Software

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    180 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Toronto

    The City and You: Find Your Best Place

    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Socioeconomics, Crisis Management, Creativity, Social Impact, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Sustainable Development, Innovation, Decision Making, Economic Development, Human Development, Demography, Economics, International Relations, Diversity and Inclusion

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    157 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Medical Emergencies: CPR, Toxicology, and Wilderness

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Emergency, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator, Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Medicine, Life Support, First Aid, Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Defibrillation, Patient Advocacy, Acute Care, Mental and Behavioral Health, Nephrology, Airway Management, Pharmacology, Patient-centered Care, Patient Evaluation, Psychosocial Assessments, Pharmacotherapy, Clinical Assessment

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    542 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular behavioral economics courses

  • Quantitative Foundations for International Business: University of London
  • The Mediterranean, a Space of Exchange (from the Renaissance to Enlightenment): Universitat de Barcelona
  • Methods for Solving Problems: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Advertising and Society: Duke University
  • Organising an Empire: The Assyrian Way: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
  • Uncommon Sense Teaching: Part 2, Building Community and Habits of Learning: Deep Teaching Solutions
  • Water Supply and Sanitation Policy in Developing Countries Part 1: Understanding Complex Problems: University of Manchester
  • After the Arab Spring – Democratic Aspirations and State Failure: University of Copenhagen
  • Strategy & Economic Analysis: Illinois Tech
  • Interacting with the System and Managing Memory: Duke University

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