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    Results for "social sciences"

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      Arizona State University

      Inglés Empresarial

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Sales Presentations, Meeting Facilitation, Graphic Design, English Language, Brainstorming, Negotiation, Purchasing, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Writing, Presentations, Product Planning, Telephone Skills, Communication, Marketing Materials, Business Communication, Business Planning, Employee Coaching, Financial Analysis, New Product Development

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Rice University

      Mindfulness and Well-being

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Stress Management, Resilience, Mindfulness, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Compassion, Positivity, Empathy, Mental Health, Mental Concentration, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Relationship Building, Behavioral Health, Cognitive flexibility, Social Justice, Persistence, Overcoming Obstacles

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      MedCerts

      Professionalism in Allied Health

      Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Conflict Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Patient Education And Counseling, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Professionalism, Professional Development, Time Management, Emotional Intelligence, Teamwork, Interpersonal Communications, Conscientiousness, Communication, Trustworthiness, Compassion, Empathy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Medical Privacy, Medical Office Procedures

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Sciences Po

      Data and Urban Governance

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

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Commonwealth Education Trust

      Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Developing Relationships

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Parent Communication, Cultural Diversity, Relationship Building, Working With Children, Classroom Management, Teaching, Community Outreach, Student Engagement, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Interpersonal Communications

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Adapting: Career Development

      Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Personal Development, Time Management, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Productivity, Professional Development, Cultural Sensitivity, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Business Ethics, Business Writing, Leadership Development, Cognitive flexibility, Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Lifelong Learning, Communication, Proactivity

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Business Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Marketing Analytics, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Extract, Transform, Load, Business Analytics, Data Collection, Data Quality, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Regression Analysis, Network Analysis, Internal Controls, Business Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Processing, R Programming, Robotic Process Automation, Data Manipulation, Analytics

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Build a Full Website using WordPress

      Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Content Management Systems, Web Content, Web Design and Development, Web Design, Blogs, Content Development and Management, Social Media

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      University of Virginia

      New Models of Business in Society

      Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Philanthropy, Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Ethics, Stakeholder Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Environmental Issue, Business Modeling, Business Analysis, Business Strategy, Business, Business Transformation, Storytelling, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Financial Systems, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Organizational Leadership

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

      Motivating Gen Z Learners: What Parents and Teachers Need to Know

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Motivational Skills, Learning Strategies, Interactive Learning, Student Engagement, Self-Motivation, Learning Theory, Needs Assessment, Instructional Strategies, Behavior Management, Psychology

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Vanderbilt University

      ChatGPT Advanced Data Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Data Presentation, ChatGPT, Document Management, Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Excel, Problem Solving, Data Analysis, Generative AI, Information Management, File Management, Creativity, Automation

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      790 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Yale University

      American Contract Law II

      Skills you'll gain: Legal Research, Case Law, Legal Proceedings, Commercial Laws, Legal Risk, Contract Review, Civil Law, Contract Compliance, Mitigation

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      256 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular social sciences courses

    • Inglés Empresarial: Arizona State University
    • Mindfulness and Well-being: Rice University
    • Professionalism in Allied Health: MedCerts
    • Data and Urban Governance: Sciences Po
    • Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Developing Relationships: Commonwealth Education Trust
    • Adapting: Career Development: Macquarie University
    • Business Analytics: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Build a Full Website using WordPress: Coursera Project Network
    • New Models of Business in Society: University of Virginia
    • Motivating Gen Z Learners: What Parents and Teachers Need to Know: Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

    Frequently Asked Questions about Social Sciences

    Social sciences courses on Coursera explore a wide range of disciplines and provide skills applicable in various contexts:

    • Understanding of major theoretical frameworks and concepts in disciplines such as sociology, psychology, economics, and political science.
    • Analytical skills to examine social phenomena, cultural trends, and human behaviors.
    • Methods for collecting and analyzing data, using both qualitative and quantitative research techniques.
    • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address social issues and propose viable solutions.
    • Communication skills for articulating complex ideas clearly and persuasively.
    • Insights into global social issues and their implications on local and international scales.
    • Application of social science knowledge to real-world situations, enhancing policy-making, education, and community development.‎

    Social sciences courses on Coursera cater to learners at various stages of their educational or professional journey:

    • Introductory courses provide a comprehensive overview for those new to social sciences, covering basic concepts and approaches.
    • Intermediate courses are suitable for learners with some background in social sciences, looking to deepen their understanding of specific topics.
    • Advanced courses target learners seeking to specialize further, often incorporating rigorous research methods and theoretical analyses.‎

    Coursera, in collaboration with respected educational institutions, provides various educational products related to social sciences:

    • Professional certificates that can support your development in specific areas of social sciences.
    • Specialized course certificates that recognize your engagement with topics such as public policy, anthropology, or human rights.
    • Degree programs and professional qualifications designed to deepen your understanding and skills in the social sciences.

    These educational offerings are intended to help you expand your knowledge and may enhance your ability to pursue careers in the field of social sciences.‎

    Studying social sciences courses can open up a variety of career paths in diverse sectors:

    • Social Researcher: Design and conduct studies to analyze societal issues and inform policy decisions.
    • Community Development Officer: Work with communities to identify needs and develop initiatives that promote social well-being.
    • Policy Analyst: Evaluate and develop policies that address social, economic, and environmental challenges.
    • Human Services Specialist: Provide support, counseling, and assistance to individuals and families in need.
    • Market Research Analyst: Use social science methods to study market conditions to help businesses understand what products people want, who will buy them, and at what price.‎
    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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