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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    The University of Tokyo

    Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Behavioral Economics, Economics, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Making, Business Strategy, Strategic Planning, Risk Appetite, Probability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Market Dynamics, Financial Market, Economics, Economic Development, Market Analysis, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Policies, Environmental Issue, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Sustainable Development, Supply And Demand, Behavioral Economics, Decision Making

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    372 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Toronto

    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Socioeconomics, Crisis Management, Creativity, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Sustainable Development, Innovation, Decision Making, Economic Development, Demography, Economics, International Relations

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    157 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Copenhagen

    Skills you'll gain: Demography, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, International Relations, Sociology, World History, Governance, Socioeconomics, Policy Analysis, Economic Development, Economics, Education and Training

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    537 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Emory University

    Skills you'll gain: Substance Abuse, Public Health, Conflict Management, International Relations, Cultural Diversity, Mental and Behavioral Health, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Media and Communications, Child Welfare

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    291 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Community Development, Social Justice, Innovation, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Policy Analysis, Digital Transformation, Public Administration, Governance, Technology Strategies, Emerging Technologies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    242 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Social Studies, Advocacy, Public Policies, Governance, Public Administration

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    107 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Cape Town

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Water Resource Management, Environmental Science, Social Sciences, Environmental Policy, Governance, Environmental Monitoring, Case Studies, Socioeconomics, International Relations

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    309 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Skills you'll gain: Land Development, Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Analysis, Civil Engineering, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Sustainable Development, Research, Public Policies

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    119 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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, Ancient History, Social Sciences, European History, Media and Communications, Liberal Arts, Sociology, World History

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    27 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months