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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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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Entrepreneurial Competencies for Landscape Restoration

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Business, Entrepreneurship, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Product Development, Business Modeling, Innovation, Investment Banking, Ideation, Stakeholder Management, Customer Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Cisco CCNP Security SCOR (Exam 350-701)

    Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Detection and Response, Cloud Security, Network Administration, Infrastructure Security, Encryption, Cloud Computing, Authorization (Computing), Network Architecture, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Identity and Access Management, Email Security, Application Security, Human Factors (Security), Network Infrastructure, Network Protocols, Local Area Networks, Data Security, Authentications, Malware Protection, Mobile Security

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI and Model Selection

    Skills you'll gain: Generative Model Architectures, Generative AI, Model Deployment, Model Evaluation, Prompt Engineering, Applied Machine Learning, LLM Application, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Artificial Intelligence

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Advanced Machine Learning, Big Data, and Deep Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, PySpark, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Keras (Neural Network Library), Transfer Learning, Deep Learning, Tensorflow, A/B Testing, Data Ethics, Convolutional Neural Networks, Machine Learning Software, Data Cleansing, Machine Learning, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Artificial Intelligence, Dimensionality Reduction

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Amazon Q for beginners: Software Development with GenAI

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Code Review, AI Enablement, Integrated Development Environments, AI Workflows, Microsoft Visual Studio, Debugging, Development Environment, Vulnerability Scanning, Software Development, Web Applications, TypeScript

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Immersify

    The Nursing Journey: From Calling to Career

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Patient Advocacy, Nursing Care, Healthcare Ethics, Nursing Practices, Active Listening, Teamwork, Nursing, Patient-centered Care, Professionalism, Conflict Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Patient Education And Counseling, Communication, Health Care, Patient Evaluation, Health Assessment, Patient Preparation, Patient Safety, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    Blockchain Security - Intermediate Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Network Security, Secure Coding, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Assessments, Transaction Processing

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Parallel programming (Scala 2 version)

    Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Data Structures, Distributed Computing, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Performance Tuning, Functional Design, Performance Testing, Computer Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    A Practical Approach to Timeseries Forecasting Using Python

    Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Forecasting, Statistical Modeling, Model Evaluation, Feature Engineering, Data Visualization Software

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Web Security, Social Engineering & External Attacks

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Cybersecurity, Metasploit, Cyber Attacks, Application Security, Exploitation techniques, Network Security, Security Awareness, Malware Protection, Vulnerability Assessments, Javascript

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Deep Learning - Computer Vision for Beginners Using PyTorch

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Computer Vision, NumPy, Matplotlib, Convolutional Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Pandas (Python Package), Image Analysis, Python Programming, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Manipulation

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    Coursera

    Mastering HCM: Oracle Fusion & Dayforce Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Dayforce (HCM Software), Human Resources Software, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Human Resources, Compliance Management, Compliance Reporting, Payroll, Data Architecture, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Human Capital, Workforce Planning, Oracle Cloud Applications, Workforce Management, Benefits Administration, Enterprise Resource Planning, Business Strategy, Analytics

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Entrepreneurial Competencies for Landscape Restoration: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Cisco CCNP Security SCOR (Exam 350-701): Packt
  • Generative AI and Model Selection: Vanderbilt University
  • Advanced Machine Learning, Big Data, and Deep Learning: Packt
  • Amazon Q for beginners: Software Development with GenAI: Coursera
  • The Nursing Journey: From Calling to Career: Immersify
  • Blockchain Security - Intermediate Practices : LearnQuest
  • Parallel programming (Scala 2 version): École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • A Practical Approach to Timeseries Forecasting Using Python: Packt
  • Web Security, Social Engineering & External Attacks: Packt

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