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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    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Data Governance, Political Sciences, Governance, Public Administration, Data Sharing, Policy Analysis, Data Analysis, Big Data, Algorithms, Data Ethics, Computing Platforms, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Personally Identifiable Information, Information Privacy

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    Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Innovation, Systems Thinking, Storytelling, Sociology, Social Sciences, Creative Thinking, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Transportation Operations, Sustainable Development, Cultural Diversity, Critical Thinking, Sustainable Systems, Diversity Awareness, Case Studies, Environmental Science, Sustainable Technologies, Spatial Analysis, Human Centered Design, Research

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    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Ancient History, Social Sciences, European History, Media and Communications, Liberal Arts, Sociology, World History

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    Skills you'll gain: Child Welfare, Social Work, Community and Social Work, Advocacy, Case Studies, Working With Children, Social Sciences, Empowerment, Social Justice, Public Policies, Human Development, Culture

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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: Ancient History, Anthropology, Scientific Methods, Peer Review, Social Sciences, Research, Science and Research, World History, Culture, Research Methodologies, Cultural Diversity

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    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, International Relations, World History, Diplomacy, Social Sciences, Public Safety and National Security, European History, Environmental Issue, Conflict Management, Climate Change Programs, Governance, Economics, Trend Analysis, Security Strategy

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    Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Fundraising, Social Justice, Innovation, Corporate Finance, Tax, Sustainable Development, Program Evaluation, Legal Risk, Public Policies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Sciences, Strategic Decision-Making, Sociology, Psychology

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    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Governance, World History, Research Methodologies, Case Studies

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    Skills you'll gain: European History, Immigration Law, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, International Relations, Case Law, Social Sciences, Public Policies, Governance

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Social Sciences, Sociology, Anthropology, Media and Communications, Cultural Diversity, Environment and Resource Management

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    Skills you'll gain: Demography, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, International Relations, Sociology, World History, Governance, Socioeconomics, Policy Analysis, Economic Development, Economics, Education and Training

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