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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


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    Johns Hopkins University

    Measuring and Modeling Impact in Evaluations

    Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Nutritional Assessment, Maternal Health, Nutrition and Diet, Child Health, Data Collection, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Mathematical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Childbirth, Statistical Modeling, Demography

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Data Analysis with Python: Inform a Business Decision

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Exploratory Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, Data Wrangling, Case Studies, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Python Programming, Data Import/Export, Promotional Strategies

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Psicología Positiva

    Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Personal Development, Optimism, Community and Social Work, Empowerment, Self-Awareness, Compassion, Community Development, Resilience, Social Impact, Psychology, Mindfulness, Relationship Building

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Enseignes et afficheurs à LED

    Skills you'll gain: Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Display Devices, Electronics, Electronic Systems, Hardware Design, Electronic Hardware, Electronic Components, Computational Logic, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Remote Access Systems, Control Systems, C (Programming Language), Color Theory, Memory Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Human Cognitive Capacities & Limitations

    Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creativity, Creative Problem-Solving, Human Factors, Creative Thinking, Decision Making, Human Learning, Complex Problem Solving, Human Computer Interaction, Mental Concentration, Human Machine Interfaces, Learning Theory, Usability, Memory Management, Human Centered Design

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru

    Financial Markets and Instruments

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Market, Decision Making, Finance, Business Valuation, Capital Markets, Return On Investment, Financial Acumen, Equities, Securities (Finance), Corporate Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Management, Market Data, General Finance, Investments, Risk Analysis, Financial Data, Social Impact, Cash Flows

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    Tunnel Construction Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Construction Engineering, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Construction, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Structural Engineering, Environmental Monitoring, Engineering Practices, Safety Standards, Failure Analysis, Structural Analysis, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Analysis, Finite Element Methods

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    AI-Enhanced Presentations Captivating Audiences with TOME

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Presentations, Prompt Engineering Tools, Document Management, Graphic and Visual Design, AI Integrations

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Models & Frameworks to Support Sales Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Management, Sales Strategy, Customer Engagement, Sales Process, Sales, Sales Training, Selling Techniques, Sales Support, General Sales Practices, Account Management, Communication, Negotiation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Polytechnique

    Vers l'infiniment petit

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Physical Science, electromagnetics, Laboratory Research, Experimentation, General Science and Research

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    GenAI for Writing and Auditing VBA Macros in Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Financial Modeling, Business Process Automation, Workflow Management, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Automation, Process Optimization, General Finance, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Simulation and Simulation Software, Maintainability, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Financial Reporting, Financial Planning, Investments

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Creational Design Patterns in Modern C++

    Skills you'll gain: Software Design Patterns, Software Design, C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Design, Software Architecture, Programming Principles, Application Frameworks, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Prototyping, Memory Management, Database Development, Performance Tuning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular social science research courses

  • Measuring and Modeling Impact in Evaluations: Johns Hopkins University
  • Data Analysis with Python: Inform a Business Decision: Coursera
  • Psicología Positiva: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Enseignes et afficheurs à LED: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Human Cognitive Capacities & Limitations: Arizona State University
  • Financial Markets and Instruments: Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru
  • Tunnel Construction Practices : L&T EduTech
  • AI-Enhanced Presentations Captivating Audiences with TOME: Coursera
  • Models & Frameworks to Support Sales Planning : Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Vers l'infiniment petit: École Polytechnique

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