Free Courses & Certifications

The Indian Business History online course covers the periods of Indian history from the 17th century to the 21st-century business economy developments. The evolutionary perspective of Indian business history will be covered. The nature of Indian business policies will be analyzed and its historical background will be shown to the candidates. India’s relations with foreign countries and how they shaped the Indian economy will also be analyzed. 

Students from diverse backgrounds can learn from this course. The program is a government initiative wherein the entire program can be completed in 8 weeks. The program is offered via Swayam. Being a free learning programme, the people from weaker sections can get benefitted from the programme. The Indian Business History certification can be shared via Facebook, Linkedin, and other methods. The certification can be shared to gain new professional networks. The certification will benefit research-based work needs, career growth and academic recognition.

The Introduction to Modern Indian Drama training is an online programme that provides all its learnings at zero cost. Candidates who enrol for this programme get to know about the historical theatre practices, political issues, and its development with the passage of time. The course provides a postgraduate level of training to the students and is provided by the Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati. The Introduction to Modern Indian Drama certification course does not have any time limits and can be joined by students as per their convenient time slot. The programme will be delivered via online mode wherein the candidates will be given activities such as assignments, tests, debates, etc.

Candidates can pursue this programme as per their available time slot to complete Introduction to Modern Indian Drama certification syllabus but the mentor or guide will be able to complete the same in only 8 weeks. The platform does not demand any extra payment in order to gain extra access to the course. Candidates will be able to achieve a certificate for the course if they wish to do so. The Introduction to Modern Indian Drama programme needs the candidate to go through the payment of the exam fees and an offline examination to be able to get certified for the course. This is a self paced course and can be accessed when the duration of the course has expired and students can learn from the programme on their own.

Philosophical Foundations of Social Research program indulges in the nature of social science inquiry. The course covers many topics, such as the philosophy of science, ontology, epistemology, and applications in different areas. At the end of the course, participants will be familiar with the plurality of views in the intellectual community, applications of the philosophy of science in social sciences, analyze issues in social sciences, and practice scholarly discussions. 

Philosophical Foundations of Social Research certification is an elective course in humanities and social sciences with no enrolment fee or prerequisites. It is an online undergraduate/postgraduate course that any interested candidates can join. The course is the result of a collaboration between IIT Guwahati and NPTEL. This AICTE approved FDP course will be taught by professor Sambit Mallick. 

Philosophical Foundations of Social Research is an eight-week-long course with an e-certificate available for candidates. Participants will be given periodic assignments to evaluate their progress. A list of books is also available on the website for any additional studying.

English Literature of the Romantic Period, 1798-1832 online course is an elective programme that falls under the ‘Humanities and Social Sciences’ and ‘English Studies’ subject categories. The programme is a joint collaboration by the University of Hyderabad, Swayam’s learning platform, and NPTEL. Furthermore, this is an FDP training approved by the AICTE that focuses on students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. 

The English Literature of the Romantic Period, 1798-1832 certification syllabus will introduce you to the Romantic age of English Literature. The course explores various Romanticism elements that include socio-cultural backgrounds, politics, aesthetics, sentiment and ecology through different romantic prose. As the programme does not have any prerequisites, you don't require any previous knowledge of the subject matter to enrol. 

The English Literature of the Romantic Period online programme also provides an e-certificate to those who qualify for the final exam and fulfil all the eligibility requirements. As this is a free course by Swayam, you only have to pay the exam fee to gain the certification.

Cultures have been a form of identity for many communities across the globe and this has resulted in some form of extremism in all traditions in the last century but the course, Oriental Beliefs: Between Reason and Traditions, not just clears out any and all misconceptions around these concepts, it takes the applicants through these customs to teach them to appreciate and learn about it.

The Oriental Beliefs: Between Reason and Traditions course goes into details while discussing the beliefs of many faiths, be it Islam, Jewism, Hinduism, Christianism or Zoroastrianism, to instill a sense of secularism and love for diversity while teaching them everything tremendous, from their origin to the current practices. Varying concepts from all across the world, ancient Egypt, China, India, to the near and far east.

The Oriental Beliefs: Between Reason and Traditions course by edx deals with all of the aspects of faith, from its Gods and angels to demons and spirits, and seeks to process every bit of this information through both rationality and philosophy. An overall experience from this Oriental Beliefs: Between Reason and Traditions certification course will go a long way for the candidates and provoke thoughts for a comparative and considerate approach.

Humanity & Nature in Chinese Thought course, provided by edX by associating with the University of Hong Kong, is all about making the ethics and behaviour right, issuing guidelines and its importance. Humanity & Nature in Chinese Thought course introduces the candidates to traditional China and its ethical thought and logic. It focuses on the vast difference between the thinking of Westerners and Chinese, its understanding of right and wrong, bad & good.

Humanity & Nature in Chinese Thought describes how there are two directions standing opposite to each other covered under the natural dao model of traditional China. The studies of ethical paths, distinct human guiding organ and Confucian version will also be included in this program.

The map that internally is responsible for the bad or good choices of life and its correlation with nature like a plant, alternate Chinese human based naturalism, a broader sense of normative guidance will be explained in the course in relation to classical Chinese philosophers and Indo European way of thinking. 

With the Innovation and Technology Management in Tourism and Hospitality course, candidates get an opportunity to understand various applications & methods of integration of modern innovations & technologies to revolutionize the hospitality & tourism industry. Various key factors of business management shall also be taught to Innovation and Technology Management in Tourism and Hospitality Certification takers such as marketing practices, revenue management, revenue strategies, customer services, curated business environments & various business models. 

The video lectures extend up to 8 weeks & the constant helpful & relevant course handouts ensure maximum engagement of the course takers with the course material & learning. With the help of Innovation and Technology Management in Tourism and Hospitality Training, candidates will be able to communicate with various industry stakeholders, including commercial organizations in a much better manner about the areas of ICTs and innovation. Course takers will also get to experience the usage of big data analytics in the field of hospitality & tourism for more accurate & beneficial decision-making. There are 2 tracks of study which are offered in the self-paced mode. One is the audit mode which offers limited-period access to the course materials whereas in the verified mode, the candidates will be getting unlimited access to the course.

IIT Kharagpur has curated the Managing Change in Organizations training programme. It is an elective-type course intended for both undergraduate and postgraduate-level students. This FDP course is approved by AICTE and falls under the category of management studies. The programme has plenty of industry support from IT companies, Pharma companies, the Manufacturing and service sector, and R&D companies.

The Managing Change in Organizations programme by Swayam is taught by a top instructor from IIT Kharagpur, Professor KBL Srivastava. It aims to equip the candidates with the necessary training and tools to become trained change management professionals. It will help candidates understand the need for change and how to implement that change. They will also learn the different issues a change manager can face and how to combat them.

The Managing Change in Organizations certification is an online programme. The candidates can enroll and participate in this course without paying any course fee. There will be graded tests and assessments and an optional end-term examination for those candidates who apply for certification.

The Principles of Human Resource Management online course is curated by IIT Kharagpur. Professor Aradhna Mailk from the School of Management instructs the eight-week program. Learners will study more on employee commitment, performance appraisal, salary administration, and career planning in an organizational set-up. Students with management as an elective subject can take the course.

With a total of 11 learning modules, the Principles of Human Resource Management certification syllabus also includes weekly quizzes in the form of multiple-choice questions. These modules based on Management studies will include HR scorecard, appraisal process, staffing, employee relations, and compensation management.

Candidates can learn from the course free of cost. The study comes with video lectures and references. However, for the Principles of Human Resource Management certification, they must submit all in-course assignments and appear for an end-term assessment. To register for the test, students must check the website updates from time to time.

IIT Kharagpur has curated the Strategic Performance Management training under the category of humanities and social sciences. This course will be conducted online and at a postgraduate level with Prof KBL Shrivastava. NPTEL and AICTE have approved of this FDP course, allowing credit transfer to other universities as well.

The Strategic Performance Management online course explores various areas of performance management to assist HR professionals and students with the dynamics of the performance management system. This system is in a constant state of evolving and requires professionals to have up-to-date knowledge. These changes involve planning, analysing, defining, and developing performance.

In the Strategic Performance Management programme, candidates will also learn about support-building and commitment and identify and reward good contribution and performance. This course also clarifies the roles and their expected performance by instilling performance development. For better comprehension, this course also uses examples of real-life Indian PM systems.

Managing Human Resources in the Hospitality and Tourism Industry course gives an amazing learning option to all the students who want to increase their knowledge regarding the area of hospitality and tourism industry. Candidates should spend at least 8 weeks completing this programme. Managing Human Resources in the Hospitality and Tourism Industry Certification is designed by the Hong Kong Polytechnic University in association with the Edx platform. A weekly time investment of 6-8 hours is required for pursuing this particular course. Participants can achieve certification for Managing Human Resources in the Hospitality and tourism industry training after paying the certification fee. Verified certification is highly valued and is beneficial for all the individuals who want to learn from this programme. Learners from this programme will learn by the method of instructor-led training. The course Managing Human Resources in the Hospitality and Tourism Industry is an intermediate level of the learning programme. Candidates may gain information related to the industries of tourism and hospitality from this course.

The candidates can join the online course in two different modes; namely verified and audit. In the former, they will have unlimited access and a certificate of completion. In the latter, they will be given access for a limited period of time. 

The Course in Information Technology online course is an important course based on the evolving digitalised world. Since most of our day-to-day life interactions, work, and institutions use IT, this course aims to increase the digital literacy of its learners. The complete knowledge of digital media and its key usage is covered throughout the course curriculum. It mainly revolves around thinking, storing, and processing, present, and future processes.

The course will run through the online mode. The entire course will have 3 credits which can be transferred after course completion. The course is designed for individuals opting for or is already at the undergraduate level. This course will provide reference links given by IT experts. The course is free of cost. The course platform is initiated by MHRD. The course is verified by Savitribai Phule Pune University. The course curriculum will consist of assignments and multiple-choice questions.

The Course in Information Technology by Swayam offers a verified certification. The certification can be availed after passing the final proctored examination. The candidates can grow their careers in the IT sector with the course certification. It will add more professional networking opportunities.

Introduction On Intellectual Property To Engineers And Technologists Certification introduces the basics of intellectual property rights and the justification of ownership exclusivity in the form of property rights.

Introduction On Intellectual Property To Engineers And Technologists Classes teach about the importance of Intellectual Property as a key driver of the economy. Knowledge of intellectual property is essential for individuals especially Engineers And Technologists to take part in economic development.

All students get an Introduction On Intellectual Property To Engineers And Technologists Certification from the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur) under the Swayam Initiative by the Government of India. 

Roadmap for Patent Creation online course deals with the process of patenting and will equip you with the knowledge to protect your innovative ideas. The curriculum dives into the basics of patenting and explains the procedure of filing for a patent. If you have any brilliant ideas that you wish to patent, then this is an extremely useful course for you.

Furthermore, the Roadmap for Patent Creation certification is provided by Swayam in collaboration with IIT Kharagpur. The faculty at IIT Kharagpur has compiled this comprehensive course and will be delivering it in the form of video lectures. The programme is multidisciplinary and falls under 'Law' and 'Patents and Intellectual Property Rights'.

After finishing the Roadmap for Patent Creation program, you will get the option of taking the proctored exam to determine whether you are eligible for the course certificate. The e-certificate can be printed and attached to your CV. You can also add it to your professional profile on job portals.

The Intellectual Property Rights and Competition Law certification course is only 8 weeks long. It can be found on the provider platform of Swayam but the course syllabus and the certificate are provided by NPTEL and IIT Kharagpur. This course is an elective one that usually caters to the category of management studies, and also patents, and Intellectual Property Rights.

The Intellectual Property Rights and Competition Law training explains what conflicting goals do IPR, and Competition Law has. The course is ideal for the people working in the management or law fields and hence provides an overview related to both the application and operation of the different laws in different jurisdictions that usually simplify the overlapping domain of Competition Law and Intellectual Property Rights.

An Introduction to American Law course is a 11 hours program offered by the University of Pennsylvania via Coursera. The course introduces various areas of American law which includes criminal law, contract law, civil procedure, constitutional law and tort law. The course provides an overview of dilemmas and complexities of the law applications in different aspects from an American point of view.

An Introduction to American Law syllabus covers tort law to sue anyone if other people cause harm and injury to them. The course provides a deep understanding of contract law to monitor the promise between two individuals and the consequences of breaking the promise with various real-life examples. 

An Introduction to American Law training explores property law and constitutional law to study the functioning and structure of the United States government with different individual rights. The course focuses on criminal law by discussing punishments and defences used in criminal charges with various excuses and justifications. The course syllabus also includes the civil procedure that should be followed by parties and judges in civil cases.

Contracts are a widespread and significant part of various aspects of professional life. The Contract Law: From Trust to Promise to Contract  certification course at edX will teach you the precepts of contracts with case studies, examples, and updated material. This extensive program includes Contract Law concepts such as agency, corporations, partnerships, government regulation, and interpretation.

Furthermore, the Contract Law: From Trust to Promise to Contract online MOOC aims to present the broad array of problems that may emerge when enforcing or entering contracts. You will develop awareness about the composition of contracts and how they may screw up. Hence, it will help you gain fluency about specific performance and learn corrective measures.

A Harvard University program, the Contract Law: From Trust to Promise to Contract training will also help you dive deep into topics such as the difference between bargains and gifts, morality and legality, and the purpose to create legalistic connections in the form of contracts. Candidates can also pay for earning a verified certification, after completing this short, eight-week course. If you choose the free mode, you will be provided with access to course for a limited duration. 

The Rule of Law and Democracy in Europe programme is an interdisciplinary MOOC that discusses the European Union's fundamental principles, shortcomings of the rule of law, and what democracy means in the EU. The course will introduce you to the European Union (EU) and explain its evolution. It attempts to shed light on the values of democracy and the challenges related to it. 

The Rule of Law and Democracy in Europe online course will run for an estimated eight weeks. It is designed as a self-paced learning programme. The curriculum consists of videos that test your understanding and knowledge of the topics. You will also learn through testimonials, reflection questions, discussions, and assignments for maximum comprehension.

Additionally, you can choose the verified certificate track to obtain the Rule of Law and Democracy in Europe certificate. Along with the certificate that can be shared on digital platforms, you will also get access to graded assignments, feedback, and instructor support in this mode. Except for the unlimited access and certification of completion, the candidates can even opt for the audit track that is completely free of cost.

The nation of America was founded in the summer of 1787, and since then, the Supreme Court has been involved in the political affairs of the country. The Supreme Court & American Politics certification Course will focus on the politics that have surrounded and driven the decisions of the Supreme Court ever since its inception. The introductory law course requires high school-level understanding of American history and the American government.

The University of Baltimore, School of Law, has created this course for edX.  Mr Lyle Denniston, the Dean Emeritus of the Supreme Court Press Corps for almost six decades, will be leading this  online law course. The Supreme Court & American Politics training consists of weekly video lectures and guest lectures by eminent guest professors. 

Learn about the evolution of American politics and the Supreme Court through the Supreme Court & American Politics certification syllabus, which is spread over eight weeks. Candidates will be privy to unique perspectives and knowledge provided by journalists, law professors, litigators, and civil rights activists. By enrolling in any one of the tracks namely verified and audit the students may learn the programme. During the audit track, learning is free for a limited time period whereas during the verified track learning is unlimited but a paid version.

Swayam’s BLII- 014: ICT in the Libraries training course is a part of the IGNOU Programme Certificate in Library and Information Science. It is targeted at specialists working in a school, college, public, and university libraries. Through this course, you will learn how to efficiently employ Ubuntu, LibreOffice Writer, Impress, and Calc for day to day services.

The BLII- 014: ICT in Libraries online programme covers significant themes such as Library Automation, Digital Literacy, and Internet-based tools and services. This programme is carefully designed for library professionals and individuals aspiring to get basic computer training and learn various ICT tools.

Furthermore, the BLII- 014: ICT in Libraries certification training has a comprehensive curriculum to provide you with multimedia content including e-tutorials, video lectures, reading material and weekly quizzes. The course is spread over 8 weeks, and it is a diploma level programme. Explore various ICT instruments and increase employment opportunities with a course completion certificate.

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology-based course on Policy for Science, Technology, and Innovation is an intermediate difficulty level program for emphasizing public policy and the government’s role in areas of science, technology, and innovation. The program will cover case studies in the areas of advanced manufacturing, computing, energy, and health sectors. 

The student will be able to review the foundations in areas of the innovation system, organization theory, and economic growth theories as well as work on the basic policy on science and technology. With a focus on understanding them in a sophisticated way, the course work will cover and review challenges faced by the US economy. The innovation and advanced manufacturing areas and their study with the various models elucidate how the agencies of regulation and policy are organized. Policy for Science, Technology, and Innovation certification course will analyze the growth of agencies in pursuing agendas for private-public partnership models and examine the role of medical science and energy innovation. The course will also deal with policy issues and discussions about the future of the job market and employment with increasing automation.

The self-paced course is available for enrollment in two modes; verified and audit. The audit mode is provided free of cost and gives a limited period of access to the programme. 

Logistics and supply chain structures are the foundation of any system. They contain a complex environment with multiple variables and dependencies. Unforeseen changes are unavoidable, but they can be handled efficiently using a competitive, constantly supervised supply chain. The Master Control in Supply Chain Management and Logistics program aims to put these concepts into practice.  

The edX Master Control in Supply Chain Management and Logistics course will teach candidates various methods to gain workable knowledge about supply chains. It will include forecast management, determining the best quantity for procurement, planning capacity and production, and much more using real-world examples.

Master Control in Supply Chain Management and Logistics is a seven-week-long short-term course taught by top-notch faculty from the Chalmers University of Technology. Candidates can also get a verified certificate of completion by paying a nominal fee. In the free audit mode, the learners will have access to the programme for only a limited period. It can be a great addition to their CV regardless of their industry or organization type. It will help them gain better control of their organization's system. 

The program on ‘Sustainability through Green Manufacturing Systems: An Applied Approach’ is a National Program for Technology Enhanced Learning free course developed and organized by the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur. The online course is provided by the Swayam online education portal initiated by the ministry of education in India.

The online program is scheduled for eight weeks and the course instructors are faculty from IIT Kanpur namely, Prof. Deepu Philip working in the industrial & management engineering department and Prof. Amandeep Singh from the mechanical engineering department. The course study helps the students discuss the innovative ways that lead to green manufacturing systems that provide sustainability. By the end of this undergraduate-level course, the students will gain two credit points and a course completion certificate for which the proctored final exam is mandatory. This ‘Sustainability through Green Manufacturing Systems: An Applied Approach’ training program, a part of the management studies and manufacturing processes and technology is an elective course.

The Manufacturing Process Control I certification by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is an 8-week online course. This online certification course is designed to provide fundamental concepts of manufacturing processes. Offered via edX, the Manufacturing Process Control I online course will help learners build powerful statistical process control methods that are the foundation of world-class manufacturing quality. The Manufacturing Process Control I certification syllabus will expose learners to statistical methods applied to any unit manufacturing process.

By enrolling in the Manufacturing Process Control I certification course, participants will be able to identify inherent variability in continuous production. They will also be able to apply basic concepts of probability and statistics to characterize process variation and differentiate between design specifications and process capability.

The Manufacturing Process Control I training programme is a part of the Principles of Manufacturing MicroMasters program which is designed and delivered by MIT’s top-ranked Mechanical Engineering department in the world. Learners who pass the eight courses in the program will get the MicroMasters Credential and qualify to apply to gain credit for MIT’s Master of Engineering in Advanced Manufacturing & Design program.

The Manufacturing Systems I certification by Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge via Edx is an 8-week online course. This online certification course is designed to provide learners with an understanding of seemingly indistinct production lines with a particular emphasis on disruptive events like their effects and how to cope with them, along with inventory dynamics and management. A part of the Principles of Manufacturing MicroMasters program, the Manufacturing Systems I online course from MIT via edX exposes learners to how to assess manufacturing systems to optimize performance and control cost.

The Manufacturing Systems I certification syllabus covers essential topics that provide learners with the basis to enter the manufacturing field and get placed in roles such as operations managers, supply chain managers and others. This online certification course can be pursued by anyone who studied calculus, probability and statistics at the undergraduate level. The Manufacturing Systems I certification course has Verified Track through which students will get access to complete course materials, video lectures, graded assignments, and assessments with a shareable certificate. Students can enroll in the free audit track with limited access or they can look to upgrade directly to the paid verified track.

The Manufacturing Process Control II certification by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge is an 8-week online course. This online certification course is offered by edX and is part of the Manufacturing MicroMasters program. The Manufacturing Process Control II online course emphasizes the foundations of statistical process control to add process modelling and optimization. In this online certification course from MIT via edX, learners will understand how to design experiments for process improvement and methods to optimize processes and accomplish robustness to noise inputs.

The Manufacturing Process Control II certification syllabus is designed in a way that helps students develop skills in engineering and management essential for competence and competitiveness in the modern manufacturing industry. The curriculum will conclude with a capstone activity that integrates all the Statistical Process Control topics. Participants can attend the Manufacturing Process Control II classes through video lectures by subject matter experts from MIT and graded assignments. Participants will be able to either enroll in the free audit track that has limited access or if they want lifetime access can look to upgrade to the paid verified track so that they do not find any interruption.

The Global Marketing Management certification course focuses on making enrolled students more aware about the dynamics and dimensions of the global market and how to manage it through different methodologies and implementation of theories. The course will begin with the global market central module occupying a significant and growing portion of the overall business of the planet.

Today, almost all businesses, big and small, are influenced by world events and competition because most export output and secure suppliers from foreign countries. The Global Marketing Management training will help the students to grab the understanding of why it is necessary to consider the success of most managers, regardless of the scale of the sector, from a global viewpoint, to approach their operational strategies.

In view of the above, this course provides a fresh, updated analysis of the global business environment and successfully combines a comprehensive global business review with an exhaustive discussion of what is happening in the global market. The Global Marketing Management certification will give expressive and immense structure of the benefits.  This is a core programme that is structured within the duration of eight weeks along with the compilation of the course with certification.

The Marketing Management-II elective course by Swayam takes around eight weeks to complete. It is the second part of the Marketing Management curriculum by Swayam. It is an undergraduate and postgraduate level programme falling under the category of Management Studies and Marketing. Professors Jayanta Chatterjee and Shashi Shekhar Mishra teach this course, which AICTE approved.

The Marketing Management-II online programme aims to introduce to the students the evolving marketing process in present times. Candidates will learn about the leading principles and practices which form the building blocks of marketing strategies. This course gets plenty of recognition and industry support from several Pharmaceutical, automotive, chemical, FMCG industries, and many engineering and service industries.

The Marketing Management-II training is 100% online except for the end-term evaluation examination. There are video lectures, reference material, graded tests, and assignments available to the candidates when they enroll in the course. Swayam does not charge any fee for enrolment in the programme.

The Integrated Marketing Management online course will be providing the candidates with the details for providing them with a strong foundation in the field of the essentials of marketing management. The program covers all the necessary details that are involved in the fiercely competitive Indian market scenario. 

The Integrated Marketing Management certification syllabus covers the following details about - marketing function, relationship with other functions, marketing concept, buyer behavior, consumer, marketing environment, marketing planning, relevance, marketing organization, product policy, market segmentation, sales forecasting,  markets, distribution, management of sales force, advertising and promotion. 

Upon completing the eight-week program the students will be learning to market new products. They will be able to formulate the product life cycles.  The working mechanisms of pricing will also be covered in the online session on the Integrated Marketing Management by Swayam. The course will be helping the students to deal with the applications that are related to meta marketing strategies.