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Global History Courses

Global history courses can help you learn about major events, cultural exchanges, and the impact of imperialism across different regions. You can build skills in critical analysis, comparative research, and understanding historical narratives. Many courses introduce tools like digital archives, mapping software, and data visualization techniques, which enhance your ability to analyze historical trends and present findings effectively.

Popular Global History Courses and Certifications


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    University of Michigan

    Environmental Health: the Foundation of Global Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Occupational Health, Environment Health And Safety, Occupational Hygiene, Public Health, Environmental Laws, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Policy, Systems Thinking, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Science, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Injury Prevention, Environmental Issue, Health Policy, Risk Analysis

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Benjamin Franklin and His World

    Skills you'll gain: European History, Social Studies, World History, Liberal Arts, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Public History, Philanthropy, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, International Relations, Political Sciences, Diplomacy, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Advocacy, Intellectual Property, Experimentation, Writing

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    IE Business School

    Trade, Immigration and Exchange Rates in a Globalized World

    Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Economics, Financial Policy, International Relations, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Tax, Payment Systems, Social Studies, Supply And Demand, Demography, Policy Analysis, Trend Analysis

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    The Making of US Foreign Policy

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Public Policies, Social Studies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Political Sciences, Financial Policy, International Finance, Diplomacy, Economics, World History, Economic Development, European History, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Public Affairs, Technology Strategies, Public Safety and National Security, Lobbying, Governance, Security Strategy

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    Emory University

    Childbirth: A Global Perspective

    Skills you'll gain: Maternal Health, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Childbirth, Child Health, Community Health, Postpartum Care, Health Disparities, Program Evaluation, Health Policy, Prenatal Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Equity, Cultural Responsiveness, Community Organizing, Education and Training

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    Universiteit Leiden

    The Cosmopolitan Medieval Arabic World

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, European History, Social Studies, Economic Development, Social Sciences, Economics, Sociology, Liberal Arts, Research, Science and Research

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Global Marketing: Building Iconic Brands

    Skills you'll gain: Global Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Planning, Strategic Marketing, Marketing, Branding, Marketing Strategies, Promotional Strategies, Integrated Marketing Communications, Brand Strategy, Market Analysis, Brand Management, Cultural Diversity, Product Marketing, Customer Analysis, Cultural Responsiveness, Market Opportunities, Strategic Planning, Advertising

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    Macquarie University

    Supply chain management: Be global

    Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain, Supply Chain Planning, Supply Chain Management, Strategic Sourcing, Logistics, Supplier Risk Management, Procurement, Logistics Management, Supplier Management, Purchasing, Corporate Sustainability, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Business Technologies, Risk Mitigation, Sustainable Design

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Global Trends for Business and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Demography, Market Trend, Trend Analysis, International Relations, International Finance, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, Financial Systems, World History, Business Acumen, Economic Development, Economics, Business Economics, Consumer Behaviour, Financial Policy, Public Safety and National Security, Governance

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Global Impact: Cultural Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Branding, Diversity Marketing, Brand Strategy, Global Marketing, Marketing Psychology, Consumer Behaviour, Brand Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Cultural Diversity, Brand Awareness, Cultural Sensitivity, Culture, Intercultural Competence, Market Opportunities, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Marketing

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    New Map for Product Managers: Superpower Grand Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Product Management, New Business Development, Climate Change Adaptation, Strategic Thinking, Market Opportunities, Market Intelligence, Brand Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Target Market, Market Analysis

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    IE Business School

    Comercio, Inmigración y Tipos de Cambio en un Mundo Globalizado

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, International Finance, International Relations, Economic Development, Socioeconomics, Financial Trading, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, General Finance, Payment Systems, Political Sciences, Supply And Demand, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Market Dynamics, Social Sciences, Demography

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular global history courses

  • Environmental Health: the Foundation of Global Public Health: University of Michigan
  • Benjamin Franklin and His World: University of Pennsylvania
  • Trade, Immigration and Exchange Rates in a Globalized World: IE Business School
  • The Making of US Foreign Policy: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Childbirth: A Global Perspective: Emory University
  • The Cosmopolitan Medieval Arabic World: Universiteit Leiden
  • Global Marketing: Building Iconic Brands: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Supply chain management: Be global: Macquarie University
  • Global Trends for Business and Society: University of Pennsylvania
  • Global Impact: Cultural Psychology: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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