Social Sciences

Social Sciences is an umbrella term for academic disciplines that study society and human behavior, including sociology, anthropology, economics, and political science to name a few. Coursera's Social Sciences catalogue helps you understand the complexities of human societies, their interactions, and social institutions. You'll learn to apply quantitative and qualitative research methods, to examine social phenomena and make informed conclusions. Moreover, you'll learn about the socioeconomic, political, and cultural drivers of social change. This knowledge will enhance your ability to work in diverse fields including public policy, education, social work, and international relations.
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Results for "social sciences"

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    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Critical Thinking, Research, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Governance, Sociology, Interactive Learning, Research Methodologies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    29 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Johns Hopkins University

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Public Policies, Game Theory, Demography, Logical Reasoning, Applied Mathematics

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    21 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    ESSEC Business School

    Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Fundraising, Social Justice, Innovation, Corporate Finance, Tax, Sustainable Development, Program Evaluation, Legal Risk, Public Policies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Sciences, Strategic Decision-Making, Sociology, Psychology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    130 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Governance, World History, Research Methodologies, Case Studies

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    33 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDHEC Business School

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Policy, Economics, Climate Change Mitigation, Cost Benefit Analysis, Policy Analysis, Environmental Regulations, Financial Market, Environmental Laws, Tax, Social Sciences, Financial Trading, Mathematical Modeling

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    71 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, International Relations, World History, Diplomacy, Social Sciences, Public Safety and National Security, European History, Environmental Issue, Conflict Management, Climate Change Programs, Governance, Economics, Trend Analysis, Security Strategy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Copenhagen

    Skills you'll gain: European History, Immigration Law, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, International Relations, Case Law, Social Sciences, Public Policies, Governance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    68 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Case Studies, Public Policies, Socioeconomics, Demography, Sociology, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Economics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    47 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Culture, Discussion Facilitation, Media and Communications, Electronic Media, World History, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    19 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Skills you'll gain: Transportation Operations, Demography, Social Sciences, Policy Analysis, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Spatial Analysis, Socioeconomics, Sustainable Development, Sociology, Case Studies

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    24 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Social Sciences, Laboratory Research, Research, Sociology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Food and Beverage, Environmental Issue, Biology, Nutrition and Diet, Sports Medicine

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    67 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Taiwan University

    Skills you'll gain: Civil Law, Court Systems, Legal Proceedings, Case Law, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Governance, Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Economic Development

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    31 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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