Free Online Courses from the World Bank Group(Open to all and certificates available)

The World Bank Group is a key provider of financial and technical assistance to developing nations worldwide. Through policy advice, research and analysis, technical assistance, and capacity building, we support sustainable development efforts that drive progress and economic growth. Our analytical insights often underpin World Bank Group financing, helping nations make informed investment decisions.

Now, you can access this wealth of knowledge through free online courses designed to enhance professional skills, expand expertise, and empower learners across various fields. These courses can be audited at no cost, with an option to earn a verified certificate for a small fee.

Available Courses

Explore a diverse range of subjects, including:

Finance & Investment

• Unlocking Investment and Finance in Emerging Markets and Developing Economies
• Investing in Quality Infrastructure for a Green, Inclusive, and Resilient Recovery

Urban Development & Sustainability

• Smart Cities for Sustainable Development
• Urban Upgrading for Inclusion, Sustainability, and Resilience in a Time of Global Pandemics
• Passive Urban Cooling Solutions
• Solid Waste Management
• e-Learning Course on Urban Rail Development
• e-Learning Course on Smart City
• Think Road Safety – Road Safety Training for External Partners
• Land Pooling / Land Readjustment: An Alternative to Compulsory Land Acquisition

Digital Transformation & Innovation

• e-Learning on Digital Agriculture
• Innovative Business Models for Expanding Broadband and Closing the Access Gaps
• Digital Dividends: Strengthening the Analog Foundation of the Digital Revolution.
• Strengthening Geospatial Information Management: Using the Integrated Geospatial Information Framework (Virtual Knowledge Exchange)
• Digital Skills for ICT Entrepreneurs in FCV Countries
• The Future of Work: Preparing for Disruption
• Data for Better Lives: A New Social Contract 

Public Policy & Governance

• Introduction to Public Expenditure and Financial Accountability (PEFA)
• Citizen Engagement: A Game Changer for Development
• Policy Lessons from South Korea’s Development

Trade & Global Economy

• Trading for Development in the Age of Global Value Chains (World Development Report 2020)
• Evaluating Impact in Low- and Middle-Income Countries

Energy & Climate Change

• The Hidden Side of Energy Access: Clean Cooking
• Climat – de la science à l’action
• GREENTECH: Mainstreaming Technologies in Green, Blue, and Clean Operations

Transport & Infrastructure

• e-Learning Course on Railway Financing
• e-Learning on Transport Corridor Investments
• Think Road Safety – Road Safety Training for External Partners

Innovative Business Models for Expanding Broadband and Closing the Access Gaps

•  About half the world still lacks internet access, and costs remain high in many countries. This digital divide is pushing policymakers to prioritize connectivity as key to the digital economy. During COVID-19, digital access proved essential for work, services, and communication. http://wrld.bg/MjZ250WAUNp

 

Passive Urban Cooling Solutions

• This course focuses on urban cooling solutions to help cities adapt to rising temperatures. Based on the World Bank’s 𝘗𝘳𝘪𝘮𝘦𝘳 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘊𝘰𝘰𝘭 𝘊𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘴, it explores how extreme heat affects health and urban life. It offers technical, policy, and planning strategies along with real-world case studies to support heat-resilient cities. http://wrld.bg/20KL50WAVmO

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝗱𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 – 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴

• It introduces the key concepts, challenges, and solutions in the clean cooking sector. Through four modules, it explores access barriers, innovative financing, and practical strategies to expand access to modern energy cooking services (MECS) worldwide. http://wrld.bg/X64Y50WAVF6

𝗥𝗼𝗮𝗱 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆

• This course introduces road safety, its global impact, and key strategies for improvement. It covers the Safe System Approach, the role of infrastructure and enforcement, and includes case studies and World Bank practices for managing road safety projects. http://wrld.bg/3e4y50WAVTW

𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 – 𝗔𝗻 𝗔𝗹𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝘂𝗹𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗰𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

• This course introduces land readjustment as a tool for urban expansion, redevelopment, and post-disaster recovery. It explains how landowners can pool their land for unified planning and redevelopment, empowering communities to approve projects through a super-majority vote. http://wrld.bg/jxKN50WAVXO

Why Enroll?

• Flexibility: Learn at your own pace with self-paced modules.
• Expert Knowledge: Gain insights from global experts in various fields.
• Career Growth: Enhance your professional skills with industry-relevant training.
• Certification Option: Receive a verified certificate to showcase your expertise.

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