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World History Courses

World History courses can help you learn about major events, cultural developments, and the impact of historical figures across different eras. You can build skills in critical analysis, research methodologies, and effective communication of historical narratives. Many courses introduce tools such as timelines, primary source analysis, and digital archives, which enhance your ability to interpret historical data and connect past events to contemporary issues.


Popular World History Courses and Certifications


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    The University of Tokyo

    Words Spun Out of Images: Visual and Literary Culture in Nineteenth Century Japan

    Skills you'll gain: Photography, Art History, Aesthetics, Cultural Diversity, Storytelling

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Integrate Generative AI Into Your Data Workflow

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Analysis, Machine Learning Methods, Predictive Analytics, Machine Learning, Data Science

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Arizona

    Management of Marketing Communications

    Skills you'll gain: Integrated Marketing Communications, Media and Communications, Marketing Communications, Brand Strategy, Brand Marketing, Branding, Marketing, Brand Management, Marketing Strategies, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Strategic Communication, Social Media Strategy, Content Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Direct Marketing, Product Marketing, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Communication, Digital Marketing

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Optimize GenAI Performance: Monitor, Measure, Maintain

    Skills you'll gain: System Monitoring, Dashboard, Application Performance Management, Site Reliability Engineering, Continuous Monitoring, Event Monitoring, Performance Tuning, Performance Metric, Service Level, Generative AI, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Business Metrics, Analysis, Service Level Agreement, Distributed Computing, Incident Management, Real Time Data, Data Integration

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Optimize SQL and Vector Search Parameters

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Testing, Vector Databases, Performance Tuning, Query Languages, SQL, Application Performance Management, Benchmarking, System Monitoring, Secure Coding

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Build Interactive R Shiny Data Apps for NGOs

    Skills you'll gain: Shiny (R Package), Cloud Deployment, Interactive Data Visualization, Application Deployment, Performance Tuning, Data Visualization Software, Web Applications, Application Development, R Programming, Dashboard, Exploratory Data Analysis, User Interface (UI), User Interface (UI) Design, Data Import/Export

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Berklee

    Music Business Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Music History, Intellectual Property, Contract Negotiation, Music, Negotiation, Entrepreneurship, Business, Innovation, Team Management, Revenue Management, Digital Content, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Edureka

    Building Your First AI Agent with LangChain

    Skills you'll gain: Agentic Workflows, AI Orchestration, Tool Calling, Generative AI, Gemini, Artificial Intelligence, Google Gemini, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Embeddings, Workflow Management, Python Programming, Data Validation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Huddersfield

    MSc Management

    Skills you'll gain: Integrated Marketing Communications, Research Methodologies, Strategic Decision-Making, Negotiation, Stakeholder Management, Intercultural Competence, Organizational Leadership, Research Design, Research, Data Analysis, Self-Motivation, Business Management, Data Collection, Goal Setting, Campaign Management, Leadership and Management, Team Leadership, Collaboration, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Change

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    LearnQuest

    Advanced Sales Prospecting and Lead Generation

    Skills you'll gain: B2B Sales, Customer Engagement, Marketing Automation, LinkedIn, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Digital Media Strategy, AI Personalization, Personalized Service, Content Creation, Automation, Video Production

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Finding Problems Worth Solving

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Social Impact

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Apply Java Programming & Maven Build Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Maven, Java Programming, Java, Build Tools, Eclipse (Software), Database Application, Full-Stack Web Development, CI/CD, Web Applications, Application Servers, Software Configuration Management, Continuous Integration, Application Development, Business Logic, UI Components, Integrated Development Environments, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Automation, Software Design Patterns, Program Development

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular world history courses

  • Words Spun Out of Images: Visual and Literary Culture in Nineteenth Century Japan: The University of Tokyo
  • Integrate Generative AI Into Your Data Workflow: Google Cloud
  • Management of Marketing Communications: University of Arizona
  • Optimize GenAI Performance: Monitor, Measure, Maintain: Coursera
  • Optimize SQL and Vector Search Parameters: Coursera
  • Build Interactive R Shiny Data Apps for NGOs: EDUCBA
  • Music Business Foundations: Berklee
  • Building Your First AI Agent with LangChain: Edureka
  • MSc Management: University of Huddersfield
  • Advanced Sales Prospecting and Lead Generation: LearnQuest

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