Online iversity Courses & Tutorials 2024

Thinking Complexity is a four chapter online course that teaches you how to better understand and act in complex situations. You'll learn to use systems theory and complexity theory, as well as proven data collection and modelling techniques from systems thinking and system dynamics. By the end of the course, you'll be able to take a story from the news, describe what makes it complex and identify opportunities for effective action or change. View all

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This online course, Climate Change and Health, will provide an in-depth look at the link between climate change and health. Learn about the health impacts of climate change, and how to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to keep global warming under 2°C. Get up-to-date evidence on the health impacts of climate change and how to protect yourself and your family. Join us and become an expert on the health impacts of climate change. View all

This free massive open online course (MOOC) of the European Committee of the Regions (CoR) provides an opportunity to learn about present and future EU policies and programmes, as well as practical tools and examples of available funding opportunities at regional and local level. During the six-week course, participants will focus on one specific theme per week and evaluate their learning progress via assignments and a weekly quiz. The course material will remain online for one year, so that after the first six weeks learners can work through the course material in their own pace. Videos, factsheets, infographics and web-streamed live debates with Q&A from the course participants will be included. Participants will also be able to interact via their learning journals in the course platform. This course is co-created with several Directorates-General of the European Commission and is free of charge, open to anyone interested in EU and regional and local affairs, and accessible on all devices. It is also available in German and French. Make the most of EU resources for your region or city and join this course to gain valuable knowledge and skills. View all

This introductory course provides an overview of the European Union and the role of regions in European policy-making. It explains how the EU works and how regional and local governments in Europe manage two thirds of all public investments. It also highlights the importance of the regional and local dimension in Europe, and how the European Committee of the Regions stands up for the rights of citizens, ensuring that the local perspective is heard and giving communities a voice in Europe. Join this course to learn more about the EU institutions and how they affect our everyday lives in our regions and cities. View all

Business Analysis 101 is an online course that provides an overview of the competencies required of a Business Analyst. It covers topics such as stakeholder management, process analysis, solution evaluation, quality management, estimation, data analysis, and more. With a 19% job growth rate for Business Analysts expected till 2022, this course is a great way to get started in the field. View all

Discover the Disasters and Ecosystems: Resilience in a Changing Climate MOOC and gain the knowledge and skills to tackle complex issues such as resilience and transformation, sustainable development, ecosystem management, disaster risk reduction, and climate change adaptation. Learn from international experts, engage in real-life and fictitious problem solving exercises, and design your own ecosystem-based project. View all

Discover how to create a strong digital brand with Building Strong Digital Brands. Learn the fundamentals of brand management and digital media, how to tell stories that engage your audience, and how to create an emotional connection with your brand. With this course, you'll be able to answer questions such as how to use digital media and technologies for brand management, how to stage a brand in digital media, and how to place your brand in the minds of consumers. View all

This course, Design 1o1 Redux - Part 1: Myself, focuses on exploring a new way to learn design by starting with ourselves. Participants will use apps for phones and tablets, and share their works on Instagram with special hashtags. Pythagoras' quote, "Man is the measure of all things" serves as the main inspiration for this course. View all

This course provides an overview of policy proposals to regulate global supply chains and empower workers. It includes lectures, readings and workshops with experts from academia, civil society and the private sector. Participants will gain a better understanding of the challenges and opportunities of regulating global supply chains. View all

Post-Corona is an opportunity to create a more equitable, sustainable and democratic society. This free online course provides the tools to explore new pathways and make positive changes in the post-Corona world. Participants will gain the knowledge and skills to create a better future. View all