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World History Courses

World History courses can help you learn about major events, cultural developments, and the impact of historical figures across different eras. You can build skills in critical analysis, research methodologies, and effective communication of historical narratives. Many courses introduce tools such as timelines, primary source analysis, and digital archives, which enhance your ability to interpret historical data and connect past events to contemporary issues.


Popular World History Courses and Certifications


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    Vanderbilt University

    Qualitative Methods for Quantitative People (with GenAI)

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, Decision Making, Team Management, Resource Allocation, Generative AI, Qualitative Research, Prompt Engineering, Analysis, Communication, Project Management, Data Ethics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Comprehensive Cloud Computing Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Linux Servers, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Linux, Ubuntu, Operating System Administration, Cloud Platforms, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Deployment, Scalability, Server Administration, Web Servers, Apache, Firewall, NoSQL, PHP (Scripting Language)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Zero to Hero: Master Java SpringBoot & JPA with Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Spring Boot, Hibernate (Java), Object-Relational Mapping, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Java, Software Documentation, JUnit, Restful API, Application Performance Management, API Design, Model View Controller, Postman API Platform, User Accounts

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    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Python GUI Development: Design & Build Apps

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Usability, User Interface (UI) Design, UI Components, Interactive Design, Application Design, Python Programming, Application Development, Event-Driven Programming

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Setup Python

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Virtual Environment, Development Environment, Software Installation, Configuration Management, Python Programming, Command-Line Interface

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    ArcGIS Desktop for Spatial Analysis: Go from Basic to Pro

    Skills you'll gain: Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, Data Presentation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Vector Databases, Data Mapping, Data Access

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Erste Schritte in Facebook Ads Manager

    Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Campaigns, Advertising, Online Advertising, Paid media, Budget Management, Customer Engagement

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    GenAI in Litigation and Dispute Resolution

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Legal Technology, Legal Research, Litigation Support, Client Services, Mediation, Legal Strategy, Generative AI, Predictive Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, AI Workflows, Document Management, Automation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Venture Capital: Analyze, Build & Evaluate Models

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Modeling, Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Valuation, Private Equity, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Investment Banking, Financial Analysis, Finance, Financial Forecasting, Return On Investment, Financial Management, Balance Sheet, Financial Statements, Income Statement, Cash Flows, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Capitals Coalition

    Transforming Business: Valuing social and human capital

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Human Capital, Stakeholder Management, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Business, Social Impact, Business Valuation, Stakeholder Communications, Sustainability Reporting, Business Transformation, Risk Management, Data Collection

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Essential Online Collaboration Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Teams, Meeting Facilitation, Team Motivation, Collaborative Software, Collaboration, Team Management, Team Leadership, Team Building, Telecommuting, Teamwork, Rapport Building, Team Performance Management, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies, Trustworthiness, Communication

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Glasgow

    Introduction to Digital Epistemology

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Qualitative Methods for Quantitative People (with GenAI): Vanderbilt University
  • Comprehensive Cloud Computing Foundations: Packt
  • Zero to Hero: Master Java SpringBoot & JPA with Projects: Packt
  • Python GUI Development: Design & Build Apps: EDUCBA
  • Setup Python: Duke University
  • ArcGIS Desktop for Spatial Analysis: Go from Basic to Pro: Packt
  • Erste Schritte in Facebook Ads Manager: Coursera
  • GenAI in Litigation and Dispute Resolution: Coursera
  • Venture Capital: Analyze, Build & Evaluate Models: EDUCBA
  • Transforming Business: Valuing social and human capital : Capitals Coalition

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