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Western Civilization Courses

Courses in Western Civilization often teach historical analysis, critical thinking, cultural literacy, and the impact of major philosophical movements. You can build skills in evaluating primary sources, understanding socio-political contexts, and drawing connections between historical events and contemporary issues.

Popular Western Civilization Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Western Australia

    Attracting and Sourcing Diverse Candidates

    Skills you'll gain: Recruitment, Recruitment Strategies, Talent Sourcing, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Talent Acquisition, Diversity Awareness, Talent Pipelining, Professional Networking, Job Evaluation, Strategic Sourcing, Social Media Strategy, Social Media, Advertising

    ★ 4.6 (46) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    RStudio for Six Sigma - Control Charts

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, Six Sigma Methodology, Quality Control, Lean Six Sigma, Plot (Graphics), Quality Monitoring, Data Literacy, Statistical Analysis, R Programming

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • D

    Dartmouth College

    The American Renaissance and Frederick Douglass

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Storytelling, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Advocacy, Social Studies, Writing, Culture

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Sustainable Consumption and Health

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Nutrition and Diet, Social Determinants Of Health, Sustainability Standards, Environment Health And Safety, Environment, Health Assessment, Epidemiology, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Science, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Climate Change Mitigation, Product Lifecycle Management, Systems Of Measurement, Problem Solving

    ★ 4.8 (19) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Race and Cultural Diversity in American Life and History

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Social Sciences, Culture, Social Justice, World History, Socioeconomics, Political Sciences, Immigration Law

    ★ 4.6 (303) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Y

    Yale University

    The Worldview of Thomas Berry: The Flourishing of the Earth Community

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Issue, Culture, Social Studies, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Biology, Diversity Awareness, Intercultural Competence, Storytelling, Advocacy

    ★ 4.7 (139) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Human Capital: Globalization and Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Human Capital, Cultural Diversity, Human Resources, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Responsiveness, Case Studies, Management Training And Development, Staff Management, Workforce Management, Leadership

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • B

    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Video Games - Technology and Social Impacts

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Video Game Development, Live Streaming, Systems Thinking, Social Studies, Aesthetics, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Liberal Arts, Culture, Education and Training, Social Impact, Psychology, Interactive Learning, Storytelling, Journalism, User Experience, Media Strategy, Critical Thinking, Digital Media Strategy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Princeton University

    Paradoxes of War

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Culture, Social Justice, Social Sciences, International Relations, Sociology, Social Impact, Political Sciences, Psychology, Economics, Public Safety and National Security

    ★ 4.6 (714) · Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • M

    Michigan State University

    Practical Cultural Awareness From a Global Perspective

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Responsiveness, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Training, Intercultural Competence, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Sensitivity, Culture, Visual Storytelling, Communication Strategies, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Communication, Professionalism, World History, Self-Awareness, Higher Education

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Conspiracy Planet

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Investigation, Social Studies, Storytelling, Content Creation, Peer Review, Persuasive Communication, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Psychological Evaluations, Social Impact, Media and Communications, World History, European History

    ★ 4.4 (42) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Y

    Yale University

    Christianity & Ecology

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Social Justice, Environment and Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Natural Resource Management, Social Impact, World History, European History, Liberal Arts, Community Development, Culture, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Advocacy

    ★ 4.2 (18) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular western civilization courses

  • Attracting and Sourcing Diverse Candidates: University of Western Australia
  • RStudio for Six Sigma - Control Charts: Coursera
  • The American Renaissance and Frederick Douglass: Dartmouth College
  • Sustainable Consumption and Health: University of Michigan
  • Race and Cultural Diversity in American Life and History: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • The Worldview of Thomas Berry: The Flourishing of the Earth Community: Yale University
  • Human Capital: Globalization and Culture: University of Michigan
  • Video Games - Technology and Social Impacts: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Paradoxes of War: Princeton University
  • Practical Cultural Awareness From a Global Perspective: Michigan State University

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