Community Development

Community Development is a practice that involves understanding, organizing, and supporting communities to build their capacities, improve their welfare, and enhance the quality of life. Coursera's Community Development catalogue teaches you the principles and strategies of effective community development. You'll learn about community engagement, participatory planning, capacity building, and social innovation. Additionally, you'll gain insights into the roles of various stakeholders in community development, including local governments, non-profit organizations, and residents. This knowledge will equip you to facilitate positive change in communities, whether as a community development practitioner, social worker, urban planner, or an active citizen.
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    Tata Institute of Social Sciences

    Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Policy Development, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Governance, Policy Analysis, Social and Human Services, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Program Implementation, Social Justice, Public Administration, Community Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Advocacy, Program Evaluation, Empowerment, Stakeholder Engagement

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    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Community Development, Cultural Responsiveness, Culture, European History, Social Studies, World History, Art History, Economic Development, Ancient History, International Relations, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Political Sciences

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    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Strategic Leadership, Complex Problem Solving, Adaptability, Systems Thinking, Leadership, Business Risk Management, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence

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    Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Business Modeling, Needs Assessment, Professional Networking, Human Centered Design, Entrepreneurship, Action Oriented, Sustainable Development, Planning, Community Development, Ideation, Self-Motivation, Growth Strategies

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    United Cities and Local Governments of Africa

    Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Risk Management, Finance, Financial Policy, Fiscal Management, Case Studies, Community Development, Decision Making, Economic Development, Sustainable Development, Economics, Revenue Management, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement

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    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Transportation Operations, Case Studies, Land Management, Sustainable Design, Growth Strategies, Community Development, Geographic Information Systems, Stakeholder Engagement

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    United Cities and Local Governments of Africa

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Programs, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Policy, Environmental Issue, Social Determinants Of Health, Community Development, Environmental Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Decision Support Systems, Governance, Vulnerability

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    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

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    Skills you'll gain: Curriculum Development, Education and Training, Workplace inclusivity, Advocacy, School Counseling, Student Support and Services, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Lifelong Learning, Cultural Responsiveness, Social Justice, Community Development

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    Skills you'll gain: TikTok, Drive Engagement, Social Media Management, Customer Engagement, Social Media Strategy, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Community Development, Content Strategy

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    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Intercultural Competence, Teamwork, Cultural Diversity, Collaboration, Verbal Communication Skills, Student Support and Services, Professional Development, English Language, Research, Professionalism, Higher Education, Communication, Adaptability, Communication Strategies, Public Speaking, Community Development, Relationship Building, Vocabulary, Writing

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    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Public Health, Health Policy, Social Determinants Of Health, Community Development, Sustainable Design, Gerontology, Climate Change Adaptation, Demography, Environmental Issue, Pollution Prevention