World History

World History explores global historical events, cultural interactions, and societal transformations across different time periods and regions. This skill involves understanding patterns of migration, trade, conflict, and diplomacy that have shaped human civilization. Historians analyze historical sources to interpret the impact of empires, revolutions, and globalization. A comprehensive knowledge of world history enhances cross-cultural understanding, academic research, and the ability to connect historical themes to contemporary issues.
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    University of Geneva

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, Social Studies, Research, Intercultural Competence, Political Sciences, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, Anthropology, Psychology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    134 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Social Sciences, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, World History, International Relations, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Advocacy, Demography

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    82 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free

    Columbia University

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Climate Change Mitigation, Socioeconomics, Community Development, Human Development, Environmental Science, Economics, Environmental Policy, Health Systems, Food Services, World History

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    4K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Geneva

    Skills you'll gain: Multilingualism, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Language Competency, International Relations, Diplomacy, World History, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Political Sciences, Intercultural Competence, Governance

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    124 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IE Business School

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Policy, International Finance, Public Policies, Economics, Economic Development, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Business Economics, Market Opportunities, International Relations, Tax, Global Marketing, Financial Trading, Policy Analysis, Socioeconomics, Demography, Business Risk Management, Crisis Management, Fiscal Management, World History, Supply And Demand

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    1.4K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Geneva

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, World History, European History, Culture, Liberal Arts, Economics, Case Studies

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    32 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free

    Princeton University

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Culture, Social Sciences, International Relations, Sociology, Conflict Management, Political Sciences, Psychology, Economics, Security Strategy

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    700 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Sapienza University of Rome

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Data Collection, Scientific Methods, Research Methodologies, Research, Investigation, World History, Cultural Responsiveness, Timelines

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    146 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Hebrew University of Jerusalem

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Demography, Political Sciences, International Relations, Sociology, Anthropology, World History, Cultural Diversity, Governance, Economics, Conflict Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    381 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Geneva

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, International Relations, European History, Legal Research, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, World History, Political Sciences, Diplomacy, Case Law, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    1.7K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Architectural Design, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Social Studies, Architecture and Construction, World History, Physical Science, Cultural Diversity

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    1.4K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial

    University of Michigan

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Global Positioning Systems, Environmental Science, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Environment, Physical Science, Climate Change Programs, Engineering Calculations, Geographic Information Systems, Scientific Methods, Manufacturing and Production, World History, Chemical Engineering, International Relations, Engineering Analysis, Electrical Power, Political Sciences, Emerging Technologies, Timelines

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    53 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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