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Courses Starting This Fall
General Chemistry II: Chemical Equilibrium, Kinetics,
and Transition Metals

Chemistry
Experience the world at the molecular-level! Learn about spontaneity, equilibrium, and mechanisms and rates of reactions with applications in electrochemistry and batteries, climate science, catalysis, and more.

Starts Sep 7 on edX
Microeconomic Theory and Public Policy
Economics & Finance
Understand microeconomic research at every level, from theory to empirical testing. Then, apply this understanding to the public policies that affect the US and other similar industrialized nations.

Starts Sep 12 on MITx Online
Becoming an Entrepreneur
Business & Management
Learn the business skills and startup mindset needed to embark on your entrepreneurial path from the premier program for aspiring entrepreneurs, MIT Launch.

Starts Sep 12 on edX
Energy Economics and Policy
Social Science
Learn to critically analyze modern energy technologies from engineering and socio-political perspectives, and gain the skills necessary to help the world meet rising energy demand while reducing carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gas emissions driving climate change.

Starts Sep 12 on edx
Calculus 1B: Integration
Mathematics
Discover the integral—what it is and how to compute it. See how to use calculus to model real world phenomena. Part 2 of 3.

Starts Sep 13 on MITx Online
Vibrations and Waves
Physics
Develop a fundamental grounding in vibrations and waves. You will study the oscillations of simple systems of discrete masses, waves in continuous systems (like air and water), and the wave behavior of light. 

Starts Sep 14 on MITx Online
Chinese Language in Culture: Level 3
Language 
Learn both cultural competence and language proficiency for successful participation in Mandarin-speaking societies.

Starts Sep 19 on edX
Cybersecurity for Critical Urban Infrastructure
Computer Science
Preparing city officials, agency staff and a new generation of cybersecurity consultants to understand, help prevent and manage cyberattacks on vulnerable communities across America.

Starts Sep 19 on MITx Online
Biochemistry: Biomolecules, Methods, and Mechanisms
Biology & Life Sciences
Enhance your scientific thinking and data analysis skills with this in-depth adventure through biochemistry.

Starts Sep 19 on edX
Chemical Thermodynamics II: Equilibrium and Kinetics
Chemistry
Discover the flow of energy at a fundamental physical level, and learn how to approach multi-component systems as they evolve with time.

Starts Sep 28 on edX
Molecular Biology - Part 1: DNA Replication and Repair
Biology & Life Sciences
An in-depth adventure through DNA replication and repair to strengthen your scientific thinking and experimental design skills.

Starts Oct 3 on edX
Sustainable Supply Chain Management
Business & Management
Transform your organization's climate pledges into actionable strategies through better supply chain management. This course provides the foundation to meet stakeholders' demands for supply chain sustainability.

Starts Oct 9 on edX
Tools for Academic Engagement in Public Policy
Social Science
Many scientists and engineers seek to engage policymakers and there is a clear need for them to do so. Get an introduction to the policymaking process and practical tips for engaging with the policy community.

Starts Oct 12 on MITx Online
Understanding the World Through Data
Computer Science
Become a data explorer – learn how to leverage data and basic machine learning algorithms to understand the world.

Starts Oct 17 on edX
Introduction to Computational Thinking and Data Science
Computer Science
6.00.2x is an introduction to using computation to understand real-world phenomena.

Starts Oct 18 on edX
Minds and Machines
Philosophy
An introduction to philosophy of mind, exploring consciousness, reality, AI, and more. The most in-depth philosophy course available online.

Starts Nov 7 on MITx Online
Paradox and Infinity
Philosophy
This is a class about awe-inspiring issues at the intersection between philosophy and mathematics.

Starts Nov 9 on MITx Online
Currently Running Courses
Thermal-Fluids Engineering 1: Basics of Thermodynamics and Hydrostatics
Engineering
This course synthesizes thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics, mirroring the complexities of real-life thermal-fluid systems. This module emphasizes the fundamentals of thermodynamics and hydrostatics.

Open now, instructor paced, on edX
Energy & Earth Sciences
Social Science
Learn to critically analyze modern energy technologies from engineering and socio-political perspectives, and gain the skills necessary to help the world meet rising energy demand while reducing carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gas emissions driving climate change.

Open now, instructor paced, on edX
Making a Cell Therapy: Principles and Practice of Manufacturing
Biology & Life Sciences
Cell therapies, such as CAR-T and stem cell therapies, are an exciting new class of therapeutics with the potential to revolutionize medicine. Learn how these amazing new products are manufactured.

Open now, self-paced, on edX
Evaluating Social Programs
Social Science
Learn why and when randomized evaluations can be used to rigorously evaluate the impact of social programs and how findings can inform the design of evidence-based policies and programs.

Open now, self-paced, on MITx Online
Multivariable Calculus 1: Vectors and Derivatives
Mathematics
We live in a multivariable world. Explore the derivative in higher dimensions and learn how to apply it to solve real world problems. Part 1 of 3.

Open now, self-paced, on MITx Online
u-lab: Leading From the Emerging Future
Business & Management
An introduction to leading profound social, environmental and personal transformation.

Open now, self-paced, on MITx Online
Organic and Biomaterials Chemistry Part 1: An Introduction to Polymer Chemistry
Chemistry
Explore the fundamental chemical concepts underlying the synthesis, properties, and design of a wide variety of organic materials important for engineering applications.

Open now, self-paced, on MITx Online
Policy for Science, Technology and Innovation
Business & Management
Examine the science and technology innovation system, including case studies on energy, computing, advanced manufacturing and health sectors, with an emphasis on public policy and the federal government's R&D role in that system.

Open now, self-paced, on edX
The Iterative Innovation Process
Business & Management
Experience the iterative innovation process and learn how you can use this process to develop your own innovative ideas.

Open now, self-paced, on MITx Online
Mechanical Behavior of Materials, Part 1: Linear Elastic Behavior
Engineering
Explore materials from the atomic to the continuum level, and apply your learning to mechanics and engineering problems.

Open now, self-paced, on MITx Online 
MITx MicroMasters® Courses
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Supply Chain Fundamentals
Part of the MicroMasters Program in Supply Chain Management
Learn fundamental concepts for logistics and supply chain management from both analytical and practical perspectives.

Enrollment remains open for the Sept. 6th course
 
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MIT xPRO Upcoming Webinars
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System Thinking: The Cognitive Skill of the 21st Century
Thursday, September 21st, 1 - 2 PM ET
MIT's Professor Ed Crawley discusses the importance of system thinking and his online course.
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Inside the MIT xPRO Systems Engineering Online Certificate Program
Thursday, September 14th, 12 - 1 PM ET
MIT's Dr. Bruce G. Cameron discusses who this online program is meant for and what you will learn.
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Explore the Full MIT xPRO Catalog
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