Free Online Courses & MOOCs from Institutions in Italy

Coursera

Università Bocconi

Corporate Sustainability. Understanding and Seizing the Strategic Opportunity (Coursera)

Business

Embark on a transformative journey with 'Corporate Sustainability: Understanding and Seizing Strategic Opportunity'. This course, available on Coursera, is designed for professionals eager to navigate the complexities of sustainability in business. Learn from thought leaders as they illustrate how global emergencies present unique opportunities for businesses to redefine their purpose, logic of success, and transition processes. Gain actionable insights into managing these changes effectively and harnessing the potential for value creation across all stakeholder groups.

Nov 2nd 2026

5-12 Weeks

Business Sustainability Strategy

Coursera

Politecnico di Milano

Fundamentals of financial and management accounting (Coursera)

Economics & Finance Business

Embark on an introductory journey into the world of financial and management accounting with this foundational course. Master basic concepts, accounting terminologies, and learn how to interpret and analyze financial statements effectively.

Nov 2nd 2026

5-12 Weeks

Decision Making Financial Accounting Management Accounting

FutureLearn

University of Padova

Innovative Teaching: Engaging Adult Learners with Active Learning (FutureLearn)

Education

Transform your teaching approach with our 'Innovative Teaching' course designed for educators looking to engage adult learners effectively. Dive into active learning strategies that boost student participation and foster a dynamic, collaborative learning environment.

Self Paced

4 Weeks

Education Learning Teaching

FutureLearn

University of Padova

Story of a Wine: The Importance of Being Prosecco (FutureLearn)

Engineering Science

Dive into the world of Prosecco with this comprehensive four-week course offered by the prestigious University of Padova on FutureLearn. Learn about the rich history, intricate production process, and future challenges facing this trendy sparkling wine. Perfect for wine enthusiasts, students, viticulturists, and oenologists alike.

Self Paced

4 Weeks

Wine Viticulture Prosecco

FutureLearn

University of Padova

Introduction to Health Psychology (FutureLearn)

Health & Society Medicine & Pharmacology

Dive into the world of health psychology with this course designed to highlight its importance in healthcare. Learn how psychological principles can influence policy-making and significantly impact patient care and recovery. This course is perfect for anyone interested in the intersection of mental and physical health, aiming to understand how psychology can improve healthcare services.

Self Paced

4 Weeks

Health Healthcare Psychology

FutureLearn

University of Padova

Electrical Industry: Production and Economics (FutureLearn)

Engineering Business

Explore the evolution of the electric industry over time in this enlightening FutureLearn course from the University of Padova. Delve into the future prospects for decarbonization and understand how electricity is produced and traded globally. This three-week program offers a unique insight into the workings of the electrical production sector.

Self Paced

4 Weeks

Electricity Electricity Management Renewable Energy Sources

FutureLearn

University of Padova

Combinatorics: Strategies and Methods for Counting (FutureLearn)

Sci: Mathematics Science

Embark on a mathematical journey into the fascinating world of combinatorics with this free online course. Master simple yet powerful techniques for efficient counting and avoid common pitfalls in problem-solving. Whether you're interested in algebra, probability, topology, or geometry, this course will equip you with the skills to tackle complex combinatorial problems.

Self Paced

4 Weeks

Probability Combinatorics Mathematics

FutureLearn

University of Padova

Enlightening the Dark Ages: Early Medieval Archaeology in Italy (FutureLearn)

History

Dive into the depths of history and uncover the mysteries of early medieval Europe through the lens of archaeology, specifically in Italy. This course will guide you through innovative methods used to study the material remains from this transformative period, offering unique insights into life during the Dark Ages.

Self Paced

4 Weeks

History Medieval Middle Ages

FutureLearn

University of Padova

Research Methods in Psychology: Using Animal Models to Understand Human Behaviour (FutureLearn)

Health & Society

Dive into the intriguing realm of animal research and its impact on understanding human psychology. This course will guide you through various animal models used to study complex human behaviors, cognitive processes, and the intricate workings of our brain's learning and memory systems.

Self Paced

4 Weeks

Psychology Research Methods Human Behavior