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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Theories of Public Policy

      Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Advocacy, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Environmental Policy, Social Justice, Public Administration, Program Evaluation, Communication Planning, Strategic Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Behavioral Economics, Governance

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      Participación eficaz de la sociedad civil en el desarrollo

      Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Sustainable Development, Governance, Advocacy, Public Policies, Training and Development, International Relations, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Fundraising, Policy Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Policy Analysis, Organizational Effectiveness, Accountability, Strategic Partnership, Coordination

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      201 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Criterios ASG: Ambientales, Sociales y de Gobernanza

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Governance, Sustainability Standards, Corporate Sustainability, Compliance Management, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Issue, Sustainability Reporting, Business Ethics, Corporate Strategy, Climate Change Mitigation, Stakeholder Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Educación Social: Ámbitos de acción y reflexión

      Skills you'll gain: Social Work, Social Justice, Pedagogy, Community and Social Work, Education and Training, Community Development, Human Development, Childhood Education and Development, Sustainable Development, Child Development, Gerontology, Working With Children, Adult Learning Principles, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      92 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Cadre de Politique Environnementale et Sociale de la BID

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Pollution Prevention, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Policy, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Land Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Community Health, Labor Relations, Risk Management, Occupational Safety And Health, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Diversity

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
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      Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas

      Voces de cambio social

      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

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      570 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Toronto

      The Social Context of Mental Health and Illness

      Skills you'll gain: Community Mental Health Services, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Health Disparities, Mental Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Socioeconomics, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Medical History Documentation, Family Support, Caregiving

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      577 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      How to Conduct a Social Impact Assessment with SROI

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Return On Investment, Sustainability Reporting, Needs Assessment, Program Evaluation, Performance Reporting, Case Studies, Project Scoping, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Social Sciences, Goal Setting, Strategic Communication, Analysis, Report Writing, Data Collection

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Social Impact Strategy: Tools for Entrepreneurs and Innovators

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Performance Measurement, Sustainable Development, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Business Modeling, Strategic Thinking, Socioeconomics, Project Design, Benchmarking, Needs Assessment, Growth Strategies, Market Opportunities, Market Analysis

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

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Atención inclusiva al público con discapacidad

      Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Workplace inclusivity, Caregiving, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Dignity in Care, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Becoming a Social Entrepreneur: Getting Started

      Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Development, Ideation, Social Justice, Needs Assessment, Community Development, Case Studies, Business Modeling, Analysis, Cultural Diversity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      78 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidades Anáhuac

      Colaboración intergeneracional en las organizaciones

      Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Organizational Leadership, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Workplace inclusivity, Collaboration, Team Management, Knowledge Transfer, Leadership, Team Building, Diversity and Inclusion, Communication, Diversity Awareness, Active Listening, Workforce Planning

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Theories of Public Policy: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Participación eficaz de la sociedad civil en el desarrollo: Erasmus University Rotterdam
    • Criterios ASG: Ambientales, Sociales y de Gobernanza: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Educación Social: Ámbitos de acción y reflexión: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Cadre de Politique Environnementale et Sociale de la BID: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Voces de cambio social: Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas
    • The Social Context of Mental Health and Illness: University of Toronto
    • How to Conduct a Social Impact Assessment with SROI: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Social Impact Strategy: Tools for Entrepreneurs and Innovators: University of Pennsylvania
    • Atención inclusiva al público con discapacidad: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

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