Community Development

Community Development is a practice that involves understanding, organizing, and supporting communities to build their capacities, improve their welfare, and enhance the quality of life. Coursera's Community Development catalogue teaches you the principles and strategies of effective community development. You'll learn about community engagement, participatory planning, capacity building, and social innovation. Additionally, you'll gain insights into the roles of various stakeholders in community development, including local governments, non-profit organizations, and residents. This knowledge will equip you to facilitate positive change in communities, whether as a community development practitioner, social worker, urban planner, or an active citizen.
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    University of Alberta

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Social Studies, Storytelling, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Intercultural Competence, Socioeconomics, World History, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Community Development, Land Management, Governance

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    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Socioeconomics, Innovation, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Social Studies, Business Modeling, Economic Development, Business Ethics, Business Economics, Community Development, Climate Change Adaptation

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Needs Assessment, Community Development, Sustainable Development, Corporate Sustainability, Diversity and Inclusion, Organizational Change, Strategic Thinking, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management, Communication Strategies, Decision Making

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Finance, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Justice, Cultural Sensitivity, World History, Governance, Community Development, Data Analysis

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    Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Drive Engagement, Social Media Management, Social Media Content, Community Development, Discussion Facilitation, Content Strategy

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Public Policies, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Policy Development, Strategic Planning, Public Affairs, Diplomacy, Economic Development, Community Development, Legal Research, Advocacy, Governance, Sustainable Development, Professional Networking, Case Studies

  • Status: Preview

    Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Entrepreneurship, Global Marketing, Entrepreneurial Finance, Innovation, New Business Development, Community Development, Economic Development, Commercialization, Mentorship, Governance, Case Studies, Public Policies, Program Evaluation

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    Stanford University

    Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Fundraising, Resource Utilization, Community Development, Program Evaluation, Lifelong Learning, Strategic Decision-Making, Professional Networking, Social Media, Planning, Research

  • Status: Preview

    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

  • Status: Free

    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

  • Status: Free

    Skills you'll gain: Public History, Community Development, Case Studies, Discussion Facilitation, Cultural Diversity, Socioeconomics, Surveys, Research

  • Status: Preview

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, Growth Mindedness, Resilience, Adaptability, Goal Setting, Community Development, Decision Making, Planning, Entrepreneurship

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