This course explores why climate change adaptation is important in the African context. Africa is considered one to be one of the most vulnerable regions to climate change. Historically, climate-related hazards such as drought, flooding, pest and disease outbreaks, coastal storms and heat waves have had devastating impacts on people and the environment in which they live. Often … [Read more...] about Climate Adaptation in Africa
Social Sciences
Brilliant, Passionate You
This course is an interdisciplinary look at how we can make each day the best day of our lives by examining the question, “How can you be your most brilliant, passionate self?†You will be joined on this journey by our animated host, Lewis! You will envision your “perfect day†and then slowly deconstruct the elements of that day to better understand key elements such as … [Read more...] about Brilliant, Passionate You
Legal Contracts and Agreements for Entrepreneurs
This course focuses on how legal contracts may impact or impede the success of aspiring and active entrepreneurs. We explore a wide variety of legal considerations, including: * What types of legal contracts and agreements are appropriate for which entrepreneurial activities and actions? * What is the role of torts, liability, and negligence in creating and managing products … [Read more...] about Legal Contracts and Agreements for Entrepreneurs
Alternative Mobility Narratives
Ready to imagine a radically different mobility future? This course is about the stories that we tell ourselves about why and how we move. By critically examining our current narratives, we help you think about mobility in a new way. Using systems dynamics modelling, we explore how a mobility innovation (of your choice) impacts our mobility system as a whole, for better or for … [Read more...] about Alternative Mobility Narratives
Global Trends for Business and Society
In this course, you’ll learn to analyze rapidly changing global trends, their effects on consumer and labor markets, financial systems, and geopolitical relationships among countries all over the world. Professor Mauro Guillen of the Wharton School has designed this course to help you understand the magnitude of influence these trends have on the business world and society. … [Read more...] about Global Trends for Business and Society
