Free Online United Nations Courses & MOOCs

Coursera

University of London,SOAS University of London

Global Diplomacy: the United Nations in the World (Coursera)

Social Sciences

Dive deep into the world of international relations with 'Global Diplomacy: The United Nations in the World'. This course offers a detailed overview of the United Nations (UN) system, tracing its historical roots and exploring its multifaceted role in modern diplomacy. Learn about critical UN functions and develop essential skills for analysis, communication, and policy-making.

Jun 8th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Politics Human Rights Social Sciences

Coursera

University of Geneva

International Organizations Management (Coursera)

Management & Leadership Business

Dive into the world of International Organizations with our introductory course, designed to equip you with essential business and management tools for working within these complex global entities. Explore the United Nations system, understand cross-sector partnerships, and gain insights into overcoming contemporary challenges faced by international organizations.

May 18th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Business Management Marketing

Coursera

Moscow State Institute of International Relations - MGIMO

United Nations and Conflict Resolution (Coursera)

History

Discover how the United Nations has evolved over the years to become a key player in resolving global conflicts. This course provides an in-depth look at the theory and practice behind the UN's activities and operations in modern conflict resolution. From its formation to recent involvements in various hotspots around the world, learn about the principles that guide the UN's efforts to maintain peace and security.

Aug 8th 2022

4 Weeks

War Peace International Relations

Business and Human Rights (GCHumanRights)

Global Campus of Human Rights

Business and Human Rights (GCHumanRights)

Education Humanities

Explore the critical relationship between business operations and human rights in this enlightening online course. Gain insights into how companies can integrate ethical practices to protect human rights, understand the role of governments in shaping business behavior, and learn strategies for accountability and redress. This course is ideal for professionals seeking to align their businesses with global standards on human rights.

May 23rd 2022

5-12 Weeks

Business Human Rights Corporate Responsibility

Other Providers

Open Universiteit

Marine Litter MOOC (OU)

Sci: Energy & Earth Sciences Social Sciences

Dive into our Marine Litter MOOC to understand the global issue of ocean pollution caused by waste. This course, part of the Clean Seas Campaign and Global Partnership on Marine Litter (GPML), is available in multiple languages and explores environmental impacts, human health risks, and socio-economic consequences. Learn how you can contribute to a cleaner sea.

No sessions available

2 Weeks

Science Environment Ocean

FutureLearn

University of Strathclyde,CELSIS

Getting Care Right for All Children: Implementing the UN Guidelines for the Alternative Care of Children (FutureLearn)

Health & Society Social Sciences

Explore essential strategies for ensuring the best possible outcomes for children in alternative care settings with our free online course. Gain insights into preventing unnecessary placements, creating a nurturing environment, and effectively supporting children transitioning out of care. Join experts from CELCIS, UNICEF, and the UN to learn how to implement the UN Guidelines for the Alternative Care of Children.

No sessions available

5-12 Weeks

Care Children Children Rights

Children Deprived of Liberty: Learning from the UN Global Study (GCHumanRights)

Global Campus of Human Rights

Children Deprived of Liberty: Learning from the UN Global Study (GCHumanRights)

Education Humanities

Discover the realities faced by millions of children worldwide who are deprived of their liberty in our enlightening MOOC. This course, based on the UN Global Study led by Manfred Nowak, delves into the complexities surrounding child detention, exploring its root causes, impacts, and potential solutions to ensure that children's rights are upheld.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Gender Human Rights Disability

Designing a multidimensional poverty index (UNDP)

Other Providers

University of Oxford,United Nations Development Programme - UNDP,Oxford Poverty and Human Development Initiative - OPHI

Designing a multidimensional poverty index (UNDP)

Social Sciences

Discover how to go beyond traditional income-based metrics with the 'Designing a Multidimensional Poverty Index' course by UNDP and University of Oxford. This free online program equips you with essential skills to measure, analyze, and report on multidimensional poverty effectively, ensuring no one is left behind in the COVID-19 recovery process.

No sessions available

5-12 Weeks

Poverty MPI Sustainable Development