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Diplomatic Protocol: SDG Diplomacy

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$497

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Assessments

Downloadable Resources

Certificate

About This Course

Achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) requires not only policy alignment but also skilled diplomacy. This program introduces participants to the principles of SDG-focused diplomacy, equipping them to foster collaboration, build partnerships, and advocate for sustainable development at national and international levels.

8 weeks

4 hours/week

8 modules

Self-paced

What’s included

Access to all modules

Assessments

Downloadable Resources

Certificate

What You Earn

Certificate of Completion

Boost your resume with a Certificate of Completion from USIBID

Earn by:

Completing this course

Credential of Readiness (CORe)

Prove your mastery of business fundamentals

Earn by:
Completing the three-course CORe curriculum

and passing the exam

Who Should Attend

Early-career professionals seeking practical skills

Entrepreneurs launching or scaling

Managers who need data-driven decision-making

Career switchers entering business roles

Curriculum Overview

Expandable Modules

4 hrs

Module 1

Describing and Summarizing Data

Recognize trends in data and detect outliers, summarize data sets concisely, and analyze relationships between variables.

Sessions

The Multiple Regression Equation
Adapting Concepts from Single Regression
Performing Multiple Regression Analyses
New Concepts in Multiple Regression
The Caesars Staffing Problem

Assessments

Estimate predictive power of variables using Excel
Apply multiple regression to a staffing challenge
Expand analysis with dummy and lagged variables

4 hrs

Module 2

Probability Concepts

Understand probability rules, conditional probability, and applications in business decision-making.

Sessions

Basic Probability
Conditional Probability
Bayes’ Theorem
Probability Distributions

Assessments

Solve probability-based case studies
Apply Bayes’ Theorem to scenarios

4 hrs

Module 3

Sampling and Estimation

Learn sampling methods, estimation techniques, and how to calculate confidence intervals.

Sessions

Population vs Sample
Sampling Techniques
Point & Interval Estimation

Assessments

Calculate confidence intervals
Design a sample survey

4 hrs

Module 4

Hypothesis Testing

Explore hypothesis formulation, significance testing, and interpretation of results.

Sessions

Null vs Alternative Hypotheses
Type I and Type II Errors
Z-tests & T-tests

Assessments

Perform hypothesis tests with datasets
Interpret statistical significance

4 hrs

Module 5

Correlation & Regression

Understand linear relationships and perform regression analysis to predict outcomes.

Sessions

Scatter Plots
Correlation Coefficients
Simple Regression Models

Assessments

Analyze correlation strength
Predict values using regression

4 hrs

Module 6

ANOVA & Chi-Square Tests

Learn techniques for comparing groups and categorical variables.

Sessions

One-way ANOVA
Two-way ANOVA
Chi-Square Test

Assessments

Test differences across groups
Analyze categorical relationships

4 hrs

Module 7

Time Series Analysis

Study forecasting models and trend analysis for sequential data.

Sessions

Moving Averages
Exponential Smoothing
Trend Analysis

Assessments

Forecast future values
Identify seasonality in data

4 hrs

Module 8

Advanced Topics

Explore advanced statistical and analytical methods to strengthen your data-driven decision-making.

Sessions

Logistic Regression
Cluster Analysis
Factor Analysis

Assessments

Perform logistic regression
Group data with clustering

About the Professor

Janice Hammond

Business Analytics

Jesse Philips Professor of Manufacturing and Senior Associate Dean for Culture and Community at Harvard Business School

“Business Analytics will help demystify data and strengthen your analytical skills. Beginning with basic descriptive statistics and progressing to regression analysis, you’ll implement analytical techniques in Excel and apply fundamental quantitative methods to real business problems—from performing A/B testing on a website to using sampling to check warehouse inventory.”

Advancing Global Goals Through Diplomacy

By completing this course, you will:

Understand the connection between diplomacy and the 17 Sustainable Development Goals
Explore real-world case studies of international collaboration on climate, equality, and economic growth
Learn how to negotiate and advocate effectively for sustainable development policies
Develop skills in building coalitions among governments, NGOs, and the private sector
Gain practical tools for applying diplomatic strategies to advance sustainable outcomes in your own context

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Owner, Wisdom and Wellness.

"Completing the Certificate in Business Consulting was a game-changer for me. The comprehensive training provided me with the strategies and confidence to start my own consulting business. The step-by-step guidance on creating an online presence and attracting clients was invaluable. I highly recommend this program to anyone looking to make a significant impact in the consulting world."

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Social Justice and Human Rights Advocate

"The course provided me with comprehensive knowledge on promoting responsible and ethical technology use. I now feel confident in educating my students about their digital rights and responsibilities, ensuring they navigate the online world safely and effectively. Thank you USIDHR!"

Alexandra W.

Office of Civil Rights.

"Taking the courses was an eye-opening experience for me. It shifted my perspective on so many global issues and gave me the tools to become a better advocate for human rights. I’m incredibly grateful to Isabelle Vladoiu and USIDHR for putting together such a thoughtful and inspiring program. This is just the beginning of my journey, and I can’t wait to see where this knowledge takes me."

Monica T.

Owner, Wisdom and Wellness.

"Completing the Certificate in Business Consulting was a game-changer for me. The comprehensive training provided me with the strategies and confidence to start my own consulting business. The step-by-step guidance on creating an online presence and attracting clients was invaluable. I highly recommend this program to anyone looking to make a significant impact in the consulting world."

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Luis DeMarco

Social Justice and Human

Rights Advocate

I can’t express how transformative the Human Rights Certification course has been for me. It’s not just a course, it’s a movement for global change. Learning about human rights in such a comprehensive way has given me the confidence to educate others about their rights, which is something I’ve always been passionate about. This certification is just the start of my journey, and I’m excited to make a real difference in the world.

Alexandra W.

Office of Civil Rights.

Taking the courses was an eye-opening experience for me. It shifted my perspective on so many global issues and gave me the tools to become a better advocate for human rights. I’m incredibly grateful to Isabelle Vladoiu and USIDHR for putting together such a thoughtful and inspiring program. This is just the beginning of my journey, and I can’t wait to see where this knowledge takes me.

Dr. Elyahu D.

University Professor

The course provided me with comprehensive knowledge on promoting responsible and ethical technology use. I now feel confident in educating my students about their digital rights and responsibilities, ensuring they navigate the online world safely and effectively. Thank you USIDHR

Alexandra W.

Office of Civil Rights.

Completing the Certificate in Business Consulting was a game-changer for me. The comprehensive training provided me with the strategies and confidence to start my own consulting business. The step-by-step guidance on creating an online presence and attracting clients was invaluable. I highly recommend this program to anyone looking to make a significant impact in the consulting world.

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