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European University Viadrina in Frankfurt (Oder) - Faculty of Law
Certificate in International Human Rights and Humanitarian Law
- Frankfurt an der Oder, Germany
Certificate
Full time, Part time
2 semesters
Blended
English
The demands of professional life may allow only shorter periods of study for obtaining a postgraduate qualification. Our postgraduate program also includes the possibility of the award of either a Diploma or Certificate in International Human Rights and Humanitarian Law based on shorter periods of coursework study.


AKAD University
Further training as a specialist in international law
- Germany Online, Germany
Certificate
Full time
12 months
Distance Learning
German
Business management is your domain, but you are looking for new challenges in international competition? Then equip yourself with the specialist qualification in international law, gaining the necessary knowledge to competently manage global trade relations.


AKAD University
International right
- Germany Online, Germany
Certificate
Full time
4 months
Distance Learning
German
Globalization presents companies with major challenges. It is especially the legal intricacies that require specific expertise. As a specialist or manager, you will help internationally oriented companies draft legally sound contracts and comply with customs regulations. This makes you a highly sought-after key employee. At the beginning of the course, you will familiarize yourself with sales contracts in an international context. You will then delve into customs law before the course concludes with a practical assignment abroad for employees. Upon successful completion, you will be able to answer legal questions individually and expertly. You will receive the university certificate after successfully passing an exam. The continuing education content is assessed at AKAD University with the credits earned and can be credited accordingly in any applicable accreditation procedures.
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Confederation College
Certificate in Accommodation and Human Rights Management (full-time & part-time, online)
- Thunder Bay, Canada
Certificate
Distance Learning
English
The Accommodation and Human Rights Management program prepares graduates to work in the fields of Accommodation, Human Rights, Disability Management, Return to Work, Advocacy or to continue their academic careers in a variety of fields including Social Science, Law or Human Resources.


Colorado School of Mines
Humanitarian Engineering and Science, Certificate
- Guggenheim Hall (GH), USA
Certificate
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Humanitarian Engineering and Science Certificate is designed to help students develop skills that can be used to solve global challenges, especially in underserved communities. The program focuses...


VERITAS
Certificate in Social Sciences and Human Rights in LATAM - Study Abroad Program
- San José, Costa Rica
Certificate
Full time
12 weeks
On-Campus
English
The role of Latin American governments and social movements have had an essential contribution to the idea and practice of international human rights. Creating awareness about social issues in the region is one of the best ways to guarantee a positive future development of activism, and governance.


The University of Texas at Dallas
Certificate in Holocaust, Genocide, and Human Rights
- Richardson, USA
Certificate
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Certificate in Holocaust, Genocide, and Human Rights is designed to deepen students' understanding of these critical historical and ethical issues. It offers a comprehensive curriculum that covers...


Lehigh University
Environmental Law and Policy (Certificate)
- Bethlehem, USA
Certificate
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Environmental Law and Policy Certificate is designed for students and professionals who want to deepen their understanding of environmental issues through legal frameworks and policy solutions. Th...


University of South Carolina
Certificate in Environmental Law and Sustainability
- Columbia, USA
Certificate
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Certificate in Environmental Law and Sustainability is designed to give students a solid understanding of how laws and policies influence environmental issues and promote sustainable practices. It...


Emory University
Certificate in Human Rights
- Atlanta, USA
Certificate
Full time
On-Campus
English
The program in Human Rights offers a comprehensive education focused on understanding and addressing issues related to justice, inequality, and human dignity. It covers a wide range of topics, includi...


University of Technology Sydney
Graduate Certificate in Australian Law
- Sydney, Australia
- Moore Park, Australia
- + 2 more
Certificate
Full time, Part time
On-Campus
English
This course is for qualified lawyers from common law jurisdictions outside Australia who are seeking admission to practise law in NSW. Students complete 30 credit points of core subjects spanning ethics, property, constitutional and administrative law.


South Dakota State University
Certificate in Agricultural & Environmental Law
- Brookings, USA
Certificate
Distance Learning
English
Take your knowledge of the law and agricultural experience to the next level with SDSU’s 15-credit online certificate in Agricultural and Environmental Law. Focus on legal issues that arise in rural communities and the food industry. Examine legal concerns surrounding water quality, land-use and other environmental issues.


The University of Melbourne
Specialist Certificate in Global Competition Law
- Parkville, Australia
Certificate
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Specialist Certificate in Global Competition Law provides a comprehensive overview of the core principles and legal frameworks that govern competition policies worldwide. It covers essential topic...


Ersta Sköndal University College
certificate in Introduction to Humanity and Welfare: The Individual in the Welfare Society
- Södermalm, Sweden
- Farsta, Sweden
Certificate
Full time, Part time
On-Campus
Swedish, English
After completing the course, the doctoral students shall have the ability to summarize scientific texts that analyze the individual in welfare society from different perspectives; compare the meaning of the concept of welfare society within different political environments.


University of Colorado Boulder
European Union Studies - Certificate
- Boulder, USA
Certificate
Full time
On-Campus
English
The European Union Studies Certificate offers students a chance to explore the history, development, and functioning of the EU. The program covers key topics such as EU institutions, policies, and leg...
Learn more about Human Rights and Humanitarian Law Certificate programs
You'll examine the legal frameworks that protect people in conflict zones, refugee crises, and situations of systematic abuse. A Certificate in Human Rights and Humanitarian Law gives you a focused, graduate-level entry point into one of the most consequential areas of international law.
The learning environment fosters analytical independence and encourages rigorous engagement with primary legal instruments, case law, and institutional mandates. Through coursework covering topics like international criminal accountability, the law of armed conflict, and refugee protection mechanisms, you'll develop the capacity to interpret treaties, assess state obligations, and analyze violations in context.
This level suits practitioners already working in law, policy, or advocacy who want to deepen their expertise without committing to a full degree. You'll practice drafting legal memos, constructing rights-based arguments, and applying humanitarian principles to real fact patterns. Career paths include roles in international tribunals, intergovernmental organizations, NGOs, and government legal offices focused on protection mandates. The skills you gain also support work in transitional justice, human rights monitoring, and treaty body reporting.