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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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, International Relations, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, World History, Economics

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    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Timelines, Public History, Social Justice, Anthropology, Scientific Methods, World History, Social Studies, Cultural Responsiveness, Liberal Arts, Sustainable Development, Peer Review, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Environment, Case Studies, General Science and Research, Health Equity, Social Sciences, Data Analysis

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Social Sciences, Sociology, Anthropology, Healthcare Ethics, Psychology, Laboratory Research, Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Research, Media and Communications, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity, Food and Beverage, Rehabilitation, Environmental Issue, Biology, Non-Verbal Communication, Nutrition and Diet, Sports Medicine

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

    Skills you'll gain: Economic Development, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Sustainable Development, Social Sciences, Sociology, Economics, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Vulnerability

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    University of Amsterdam

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Research Design, Sampling (Statistics), Science and Research, Research, Research Methodologies, Surveys, Quantitative Research, Social Sciences, Experimentation, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Hospitality, Corporate Sustainability, Economic Development, Environment and Resource Management, Social Sciences, Organizational Strategy, Cultural Diversity, Innovation, World History, Governance, Data Collection

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    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Political Sciences, International Relations, Diversity Awareness, Social Justice, Public Policies, Culture, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Diplomacy, Immigration Law, Economics, World History, Strategic Partnership, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Higher Education, Policy Analysis, Technology Strategies, Public Safety and National Security, Governance

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    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    Skills you'll gain: Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Workforce Management, Automation, Digital Transformation, Trend Analysis, Organizational Change, Sociology, Emerging Technologies, Demography, Analysis, Innovation

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, International Relations, Socioeconomics, Economics, Economic Development, Governance, Culture

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Health Policy, Climate Change Programs, Program Evaluation, Political Sciences, Sustainable Development, Economic Development, Social Sciences, Economics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Computational Thinking, Data Storytelling, Innovation, Decision Making

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    Peking University

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Graph Theory, Network Analysis, Game Theory, Market Dynamics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Sciences, Market Analysis, Computational Thinking, Sociology, Behavioral Economics, Online Advertising, Negotiation, Probability, Decision Making

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    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Economic Development, Demography, Political Sciences, International Relations, Governance, Innovation, Sociology, Policy Analysis, Cultural Diversity