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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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    Universiteit Leiden

    International Law In Action: Investigating and Prosecuting International Crimes

    Skills you'll gain: Court Systems, Legal Proceedings, Adjudication, Legal Strategy, Legal Hearings, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Political Sciences, International Relations, Case Law, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Investigation, Case Studies, Child Development

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Google AI

    Skills you'll gain: Vibe coding, Responsible AI, AI powered creativity, Debugging, Brainstorming, Planning, Visual Storytelling, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Data Wrangling, Data Analysis, Content Creation, Presentations, AI literacy, Business Communication, Artificial Intelligence, Data Visualization, Research, Project Management, Machine Learning

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Queering Identities: LGBTQ+ Sexuality and Gender Identity

    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Cultural Sensitivity, Community Development, Advocacy

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    Business Organizations and Ethics

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Tax Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Commercial Laws, Corporate Tax, Tax, Business Management, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Organizational Structure, Legal Risk, Governance, Business, Business Leadership, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Copyright for Educators & Librarians

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Educational Materials, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Risk, Education and Training, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Legal Research, Case Law

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    619 reviews

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    Pearson

    Legal Environment of Business

    Skills you'll gain: Civil Procedures, Court Systems, Lawsuits, Litigation and Civil Justice, Arbitration, Civil Law, Mediation, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Commercial Laws, Legal Proceedings, Adjudication, E-Commerce, Regulatory Requirements

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Fundamentals of Aeronautics and Aviation

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering, Experimentation, Augmented Reality, Ancient History, Conceptual Design, Engineering Analysis, Physical Science, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Reality, Innovation, Scientific Methods, World History, Scientific Visualization, Public History

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Introduction to Economic Theories

    Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Market Dynamics, Financial Market, Financial Systems, Economics, Financial Policy, Economic Development, Tax, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, General Finance, Public Administration, Public Policies, Environment and Resource Management, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Sustainable Development, Supply And Demand, Behavioral Economics, Governance

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    393 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Formación de equipos locales en prevención cardiovascular

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    Principles of Macroeconomics

    Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Financial Policy, Market Dynamics, International Finance, Financial Systems, Economics, Economic Development, Banking Services, International Relations, Production Process, Operational Efficiency, Consumer Behaviour, Financial Market, Banking, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Market Trend, Market Analysis, Public Policies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Commonwealth Education Trust

    Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Being a Teacher

    Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Communication Strategies, Teaching, Education and Training, Instructional Strategies, Classroom Management, Student Engagement, Professional Development, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Responsiveness, Self-Awareness

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    Pearson

    Principles of Microeconomics

    Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Economics, Market Dynamics, Socioeconomics, Game Theory, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Revenue Management, Tax, Advertising, Production Process, Cost Accounting, Consumer Behaviour, Operating Cost, Demand Planning, Economic Development, Business Economics, Social Justice, Sales Tax, Operational Efficiency, Policy Analysis

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • International Law In Action: Investigating and Prosecuting International Crimes: Universiteit Leiden
  • Google AI: Google
  • Queering Identities: LGBTQ+ Sexuality and Gender Identity: University of Colorado System
  • Business Organizations and Ethics: Pearson
  • Copyright for Educators & Librarians: Duke University
  • Legal Environment of Business: Pearson
  • Fundamentals of Aeronautics and Aviation: EDUCBA
  • Introduction to Economic Theories: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Formación de equipos locales en prevención cardiovascular: Universidad de los Andes
  • Principles of Macroeconomics: Pearson

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