Online Courses in Data, Research, Agriculture, and Development Practice ·World Bank Group

Overview

This program offers a collection of free online professional courses designed to help learners worldwide strengthen practical skills in data visualization, field research, policy development, agriculture, and gender statistics.

These self-paced and virtual learning opportunities are ideal for students, researchers, development professionals, policymakers, NGO workers, and anyone seeking to build high-demand skills in evidence-based decision-making and sustainable development practice.

Several courses provide free certificates upon successful completion.

Eligibility

This opportunity is open to:

• Students
• Researchers
• Development professionals
• Policymakers
• NGO workers
• Anyone seeking to enhance skills in evidence-based decision-making

Benefits

• Flexible self-paced online learning
• Free access to expert-led training
• Practical development-focused skills
• Professional certificates (for selected courses)
• Global learning opportunities
• Real-world case studies and applications
• Career advancement in development and policy sectors

How to Apply

Click here for more and to apply.

Participants interested in other courses can explore the following links:

• Manage Successful Field Research: New Edition – Spring 2026
• Foundations in Mobile Phone Data (MPD) for Policy
• Designing Scalable Evidence-Based Solutions for Better Jobs in Agriculture
• From Data to Impact: Strengthening Gender Statistics Across the Data Lifecycle

Deadline

Enrollment is currently open.