Advance Expertise in Sociology

Gain comprehensive knowledge in social research, human behavior, and societal structures for professional and academic success.

Professional Paths in Social Research

The graduate diploma in sociology equips students with advanced research, analytical, and communication skills for careers in social research, policy development, and community services. Students learn to evaluate societal structures, human behavior, and social trends effectively. Career opportunities include social researcher, policy analyst, community development officer, research coordinator, and academic roles. Graduates may also pursue master’s or doctoral programs in sociology or social sciences. This program provides practical expertise and theoretical knowledge, preparing students for leadership roles in social research, policy development, and community initiatives while supporting professional growth and academic advancement.

Detailed Information About The Course

Contemporary Social Theory

This brief course on Contemporary social theory provides a formal introduction to the way theories are constructed, stated, tested, and connected together to form a scientific body of knowledge.

Urban Sociology

This course presents a balanced review of ecological arguments that urban arena produces unique experiential and urban-based cultural effects while exploring the broader political and economic contexts that produce/modify urban environment. Course provides insights of urban experience, focuses on significance of cultural, social organizational and political dimensions of urban change.

Introduction to Social Psychology

This course offers a broad introduction to social psychology, the scientific study of human social influence and interaction. You will explore various ways people think about, affect, and relate to one another. Goals of this course are to improve understanding of social psychological explanations for social influence and interaction.

Essential Statistics in Social Science

This course provides streamlined and accessible introduction to statistics. The course offers an essential and accessible overview to the introduction to social statistics. Clearly written with detailed step-by-step illustrations of statistical procedures, course provides clear and logical explanations for rationale and use of statistical methods of social research. 

Introduction to Sociology

This course provides a broad overview of sociology and how it applies to everyday life. Major theoretical perspectives and concepts are presented, including sociological imagination, culture, deviance, inequality, social change, and social structure. You also explore the influence of governments, political relations, economy, and environment.

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Industry-Relevant Curriculum

Our courses are designed with direct input from industry experts, ensuring that the skills you gain are current, practical, and aligned with real-world demands. You’ll graduate with knowledge that employers are actively seeking, giving you a competitive edge in the job market.

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Flexible Learning Experience

We understand that every student has unique needs and commitments. That’s why our programs offer flexible schedules, online access, and personalized learning paths, allowing you to balance education with your career and personal life.

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Our dedicated faculty members bring both academic excellence and professional experience to the classroom. Combined with comprehensive student support services, you will have the guidance, mentorship, and resources you need to succeed at every stage of your learning journey.

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At CUO, you’re never alone on your academic journey. From day one, you’ll have access to dedicated academic advisors, career counselors, writing and research support, peer tutoring, and mental health resources. Our online learning environments are designed to be interactive and collaborative, ensuring a smooth educational experience. Plus, you’ll benefit from networking events, industry guest lectures, and career workshops that prepare you for life beyond graduation.

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What You Need to Enroll In This Program

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's degree, or equiv. International Education

Course Fee

$6,450

Credit Hours

Depends on subjects

Duration of Program

6 Months (Self-Paced) Program

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Contemporary Social Theory

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Introduction
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
    The idea
  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
    Concepts
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Statements
    Forms of theories
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Testing theories
    Strategies for developing a scientific body of knowledge
    Conclusion

Urban Sociology

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Exploring the city
    The origins and development of the world and rsquo;s cities
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
    The development of north american cities
    Cities and suburbs of the twenty-first century
  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
    Urban sociology: classic and modern statements
    Social psychology: the urban experience
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Geography and spatial perspectives: making sense of space
    Comparative urbanism: the city and culture
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
    The new urban sociology: the city and capitalism
    Stratification and social class: urban and suburban lifestyles
    Race, ethnicity, and gender: urban diversity
    Housing, education, crime: confronting urban problems
    Cities in the developing world
    Planning the urban environment

Introduction to social psychology

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Theories and methods in social psychology.
    Person perception: forming impressions of others.
    Social cognition: understanding the social world.
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
    The self: learning about the self.
    Attitudes and attitude change.
    Prejudice.
  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
    Social influence.
    Interpersonal attraction.
    Personal relationships.
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Behavior in groups.
    Gender.
    Helping behavior.
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Aggression.
    Social psychology and health.
    Social psychology and the law.

Essential Statistics in Social Science

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Displaying the order in a group of numbers using tables and graphs
    - the mean, variance, standard deviation, and
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Correlation and prediction
    Some key ingredients for inferential statistics: the normal curve, sample versus population, and probability
  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
    Introduction to hypothesis testing
    Hypothesis tests with means of samples
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Making sense of statistical significance: effect size and statistical power
    Introduction to the
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
    The
    - introduction to the analysis of variance
    - chi-square tests and strategies when population distributions are not normal
    Applying statistical methods in your own research project

Introduction to Sociology

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Social science and its methods.
    Human origins.
    Origins of western society.
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Society, culture, and cultural change.
    Geography, demography, ecology, and society.
    Technology and society.
  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
    The individual, society, and culture.
    The family.
    Religion.
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Education.
    Social and economic stratification.
    Stratification, minorities and discrimination
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
    The functions and forms of government.
    Democratic government in the united states.
    Governments of the world.
    The organization of economic activities.
    Government and the economy.
    International political relations.
    International economic relations.
    The political economies of developing countries.
    International institutions and the search for peace.