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Plant Groups

SWAYAM’s CC-Botany 1 or  Plant Groups is a programme on basic plant diversity and it consists of forty modules. The programme provides a comprehensive account of various classes of plants including; bacteria, viruses, fungi, algae and mycorrhizae, archegoniate in the form of gymnosperms, including pteridophytes, bryophytes and even spermatophytes.

Each community discusses in-depth their ecological significance, classification, phylogeny, some significant forms of genera, and also their economic significance. The participants should be in a situation to take a detailed understanding of the major plant classes ranging from microbes to gymnosperms. These both form the basis of plant science which can be mastered by completing the forty modules. 

This Plant Groups programme is designed for those who are students of biology. This programme will be refreshing as well as giving new knowledge to them. The certification will be useful and it will have a good position in the CV. For the higher studies, candidates from any branch of biological sciences would find the curriculum of the Plant Groups programme important and useful. 

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15 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of Biology
Research Ethics

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CUHP via Swayam
Certificate

Research Ethics

This course is a government certified course which works under the guidance of MHRD [Ministry of Human Resource Development]. The course of Research ethics is a multidisciplinary and a post graduate level course.

This course is a government certified online course which is accessible to everybody, the privileged, underprivileged, scholars, scientists, students and normal people which makes this course unique and beneficial.

This course is highly recommended for research scholars, scientists or students who want to be creative and want to create plagiarism free content. While writing or publishing any article it is must for every researcher as well as the writer to deliver plagiarism free content, to show creativity and adhering to the basic ethics which is offered by this course of Research ethics.

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15 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Research skills
Research Methodology

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Certificate

Research Methodology

There are several questions in the field of law which requires answers in an objective manner. This course of Research Methodology provided by Swayam will provide the students with an ability to approach these questions with an objective outlook. This course can be applied to by people who aspire to pursue a career in research as well as those who are already receiving education in the fields of law, criminology or sociology.

This course is extended for a duration of 15 weeks, during which the candidate will be provided with appropriate study materials such as e-texts and video lectures. The contents of the course are distributed in 35 modules. Moreover, there are facilities of quizzes and online forums that would help the candidates check their progress and also let them gain confidence for participatory activities.

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15 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Research skills
Certificate

Solid and Hazardous Waste Management

The Solid and Hazardous Waste Management online programme is a four-credit, postgraduate-level course. It offers a chronological syllabus structure that includes various aspects of waste management, such as definition, characterisation, classification, collection, management, and transportation. Candidates will be instructed by Prof. V. K. Garg who is a dean at the School of Environment and Earth Sciences.

The purpose of the Solid and Hazardous Waste Management training is to educate candidates about solid waste which includes biomedical, radioactive, plastic, and electronic waste, along with MSW, fly ash, and others. Candidates also acquire a holistic understanding of the legal framework associated with waste management, as well as several recovery options.

Moreover, Swayam is an education platform initiated by the Government of India to provide courses free of cost. After completing the Solid and Hazardous Waste Management postgraduate course, candidates are required to pay a fee for the final proctored exams and attend the same at the given centre.

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15 Weeks
14 January 2026 - 29 April 2026
Free
Skills Covered:
Waste Management Skills

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Certificate

Advanced Certificate Program in Sales

The Advanced Certificate Program in Sales is a specialized course that will equip learners with the knowledge and skills required for the career of a sales professional. The course involves a detailed description of the techniques and toolkits of sales.

Through the Advanced Certificate Program in Sales is a Live Course, you will be trained by industry best faculty members and will be provided with guaranteed placement assistance for securing jobs with impressive salaries. Upon successful completion, you will receive a certificate that will make you a certified sales professional.

The Advanced Certificate Program in Sales Online Training evaluation will follow a continuous evaluation structure that includes assignments, real-world projects, case studies and more.

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15 Weeks
60,000
Skills Covered:
Marketing skills Customer service Sales skills
MBA Essentials

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University of Stellenbosch Business School, Cape Town via GetSmarter
Certificate

MBA Essentials

The MBA Essentials certification course enhances technical and business skills which are essential for making superior and smart managerial decisions. 

The MBA Essentials certification by Getsmarter and University of Stellenbosch Business School teaches to make an operational and strategic decision with the help of various insights, case studies and practical approaches. The course covers 3 pillars of business including quantitative methods, economics and managerial accounting as well as a brief understanding of profitability theory, technical skills and cost behaviours.

The MBA Essentials certification syllabus covers key economic principles with various factors of production, economic dilemma and different roles of opportunity cost in a business. The course covers key elements of microeconomics which includes demand and supply and recognising it on the graph. The course covers various important topics such as time value of money, profitability distribution, cost behaviour, accounting, cash management and more. The course prepares candidates for a Master of Business Administration full degree.

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15 Weeks
1,26,143
Skills Covered:
Business Management
Certificate

Artificial Intelligence on Microsoft Azure: Machine Learning and Python Basics

The Artificial Intelligence on Microsoft Azure: Machine Learning and Python Basics programme by FutureLearn is in partnership with Microsoft. This micro-credential programme comes with an exam voucher to appear for the Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals (AI 900) test and Microsoft Azure AI Engineer Associate (AI-100) certification after completing the course.

With a hands-on experiential module of learning, classes are held online. The module includes live classes that are recorded, and hence, you can view them later. This foundational course in AI and machine learning leverages professional gains to those willing to pursue or shift careers into Data Science. Filled with project-based assessments, boost your employability and stay in sync with industrial changes.

Candidates will work closely with this cloud-computing platform of Microsoft and learn to design and plot AI with Python principles. They can complete the course to receive a certificate from CloudSwyft- the creator of this training programme. The programme offers a comprehensive yet concentrated approach to the subject matter, making it worthwhile.

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15 Weeks
55,659
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of Python Knowledge of Algorithms Mathematical skill Statistical skills Knowledge of Artificial Intelligence
Direct Tax Laws and Practice

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Certificate

Direct Tax Laws and Practice

The course is about direct tax initiated by swayam academy to impart the candidates with the knowledge of taxes and revenues. With this course, candidates will have an outsourcing knowledge on the respective field both conceptually and theoretically as well. The main goal of the course is to give the students a great learning experience with experienced professionals and guides

As the country's wealth is developed by its proper collection of revenue from the people it is very much useful to have a study on the taxes and its principles so that candidates can know the working applications in the academy itself. With the correct validations and calculations, candidates can prepare proper budget reports also. Therefore fundamentals on taxes should be imparted to the student

An online learning platform initiated by the government has many features and experts to make the students skilled in swayam. It is mainly started for learners who cannot afford to study and who do not have the time to attend the classes. Swayam is free of cost and course material is also available without any payment. Academy offers a paid certificate to those candidates who clear the exam and pay the fee.

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15 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of Taxation
Certificate

Corporate Tax Planning

The corporate Tax Planning course provided by SWAYAM aims to educate individuals on matters relating to tax in our country. Corporate Tax Planning has become an undeniably crucial component of students’ syllabus and hence candidates must opt for this course which is free of cost.

Corporate tax planning is a peculiar & differentiated aspect on which every citizen must have knowledge about. This course is made interesting by including learning of various mechanisms through which corporate assesses its plan to pay tax. This course also gives in-depth information about the Income Tax Act of 1961 and how it aimed to minimize tax liability.

The corporate Tax Planning course keeps the students updated about the Finance Acts that were applicable in the past years and are applicable currently. During the course of the programme candidates will learn about different approaches to tax planning and methods of cutting down the tax liability inside the acceptable laws.

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15 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of Taxation
Introduction to R

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Certificate

Introduction to R

For data analysis, data visualisation, data science, and machine learning, Introduction to R certification is a valuable resource. 

You will learn how to install and configure software required for a statistical programming environment, as well as how to describe general programming language concepts because they are implemented in a very high-level statistical language, in Introduction to R Classes that teach you how to analyse data using the free statistical software R. 

You'll learn how to access R assistance and several vignettes with a variety of case examples from the Introduction to R Certification Syllabus. 

All students get an Introduction to R Certification from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences under the Swayam Initiative by the Government of India. 

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15 Weeks
Free
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Creative Communication Extension and Community Resource Management for Sustainable Development

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Certificate

Creative Communication Extension and Community Resource Management for Sustainable Development

By developing and disseminating pertinent contextual information and practices, Creative Communication, Extension and Community Resource Management for Sustainable Development Course assists learners in understanding communication strategies and innovative extension tactics to address the empowerment and well-being of rural and urban communities, especially women and children.

Creative Communication, Extension and Community Resource Management for Sustainable Development Classes will help students develop a strong research background and assist communities in making decisions that will significantly improve sustainability.

The global partnership that involves cooperation between governments, the Major Groups, including women, children, and youth, indigenous peoples, NGOs, local governments, local communities, and a number of other stakeholders is stressed throughout the Creative Communication, Extension and Community Resource Management for Sustainable Development Course Syllabus.

All students get a Creative Communication, Extension and Community Resource Management for Sustainable Development Course by Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) under the Swayam Initiative by the Government of India.

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15 Weeks
Certificate

Communication Research

In the Communication Research certification program learn about the importance and fundamentals of communication research in both theoretical and application value. The effects of media research in the formulation of communication theories will also be covered during the online session.  The Communication Research certification benefits the applicants by making provision for them to learn about the theories that include- “magic bullet theory, agenda-setting theory, selective exposure theory and the uses of gratification theory.
In the Communication Research certification syllabus, the students will be studying the- tenacity, priority, authority, research definitions, science, and other topics related to communication research. The program has been divided into a twenty-module curriculum that will cover all the essential areas of research such as- type of research, characteristics of research, review of literature, data collections, formulation of sample questions sampling, presentation of findings, and analysis. Thus the course will make the students pro in the genre of “communication research”.

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15 Weeks
Skills Covered:
Research skills
Corporate Law

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Certificate

Corporate Law

The Corporate Law Programme course is taught by Professor Dr. Harpreet Kaur from National Law University Delhi and is for five weeks holding 4 credits. The topics covered under this course are Business organisation its features and types, Raising Capital for businesses, Corporate Management and Governance, Business Reuse Proceedings, Investigation and Adjudicatory Mechanisms, Shareholder’s Remedies, Winding up of Company and the Insolvency Proceedings if the business is bankrupt,  Foreign Direct Investments in Companies, and the corporate restructuring policies.

There has been immense growth in the corporate sector which makes it important for the people in this sector to know about the legal aspects of corporate law. This course is for postgraduate level individuals, people from business and law backgrounds and will help learners meet their lifelong needs. Professionals who wish to gain knowledge in the field of Corporate Governance can also take up this course. 

The candidates who want to get certified in this course should successfully complete the proctored examination at the end of the course which provides credits to the students. 

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15 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of law
Urban Disaster Risk Mitigation and Climate Resilient Development

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Certificate

Urban Disaster Risk Mitigation & Climate Resilient Development

Over the past few decades, the world saw some unfortunate and unprecedented situations. With urbanization and globalization peaking throughout the years, we witnessed a drastic decline in environmental quality and an increase in natural emergencies. It is essential to be aware of the consequences of our actions in our communities and surroundings. With Swayam’s Urban Disaster Risk Mitigation & Climate Resilient Development Course, learn about urban development and its relationship with disaster risks, emergency management, and climate change.

With a Certificate in Urban Disaster Risk Mitigation & Climate Resilient Development Course, you will be able to analyze the factors behind climate emergencies, disaster management, and urban development. The course will also take you through resilient methods of community development in urban sectors.

Moreover, you will also understand the strategies to make surroundings anti-fragile and contribute to a risk-free environment. With each passing day, people are becoming more conscious and aware of their actions and their consequences. Get your certificate today to attain knowledge and spread insight about the situation to others as well.

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15 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Disaster Management
Basics of Macro Economics

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Certificate

Basics of Macro Economics

This Basics of Macro Economics Course by Swayam provides aggregate knowledge of the economy and its various aspects. With self-paced classes and weekly assignments, this course is an easy and great way to understand different topics such as cash flow in international trade, the role of banks in the company, demand-supply & equilibrium in markets for goods & services, theories of foreign exchange determination, etc. 

This course is a great way to get to know the economic conditions in every aspect including marketing situations. The course also deals with IS-LM Analysis, concept, and determination of GDP and gives the proper training required with it. 

This course is completely for learning purposes; however, the certification exam has a fee amount to be duly paid. This course tries to help candidates to help in every way it could and is also a great way to learn and be educated about the terms and nature of the economy. 

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15 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of Economics
Certificate

Mathematical Economics

The Mathematical Economics course by Swayam has been structured to make the study of Economics easier and simpler for the learners to understand using Mathematics. It covers the historical background and the application of the various economic concepts. This course will help the participants in solving Engineering and Architecture, Finance, Management, Policy-making, Analytics, and Medicine problems.

Various real-life examples, recent researches and news about the world economy have been included to enrich the learning process of the participants. This course will enhance the logical, scientific and critical thinking skills of the participants required in their daily economic activities. They will develop a new perspective towards logical, scientific and critical thinking, which will assist them in solving personal, social and professional problems and guide them towards wise decision making.

They will be capable enough to take quick and wise decisions saving their time, energy and money. Various web links and links of YouTube videos have also been shared to keep the participants motivated throughout.

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15 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Programming skills
Principles of Macroeconomics-I

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Certificate

Principles of Macroeconomics- I

The Intention behind the campaign of Swayam is to bridge the gap between the digital revolution and the underprivileged section of students, considering the unavailability of resources, economical shortcomings and lack of an adequate platform. The Indian Education Policy has three main goals highlighted in its objective, i.e. Access, Quality, and Equity, and to achieve the same, the Education Policy of the Government of India has included the creation of an Online Platform to provide free learning to the students of Class 9 level or those up to Post-Graduation.

All the courses on the website are designed by more than thousands of learned faculties. They have been specially appointed for the job. The courses are reviewed and implemented by Nine National Coordinators, namely the IGNOU, IIMB, UGC, NCERT, NIOS, CEC, AICTE, NITTTR, and NPTEL. The programme is named ‘Swayam’ meaning ‘Self-Efficient’ or ‘Self-Learning’ and aims to bridge the educational gap among the digitally unhinged masses of students, even those deprived of formal education.

The programmes offered by Swayam including Principles of Macroeconomics – I, have four different medium of imparting education that helps in developing the grasping strength of the learner and ensuring a complete understanding of the Subject including- Video Lectures, Quizzes and Practice Tests, Discussion Platform, and softcopy of Reference Material.

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15 Weeks
Skills Covered:
Financial knowledge
Certificate

Pedagogy of Teaching English

The Pedagogy of Teaching English online course helps candidates to acquire a broader view of language teaching. It essentially covers the various developments that have come about in the field of language teaching and how they can be included in the teaching methods that people follow. The course is also excellent in improving critical thinking skills. 

Besides the Pedagogy of Teaching English certification syllabus covers various critical concepts like the pedagogy of interaction, paradigm shift in ELT, and the implication of multiple intelligences in a classroom. Participants learn about the pedagogy of reading, pronunciation, producing speech sounds, academic sounds, and the like. The course is also equipped with rich reading and study materials to enhance the knowledge of the candidate. 

The Pedagogy of Teaching English certification by Swayam is taught by Prof. V Sudhakar Venukapalli, who has 32 years of teaching experience. The course has numerous assignments and a final assessment to help candidates assess their learning and improve their critical thinking abilities. 

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15 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Pedagogy skills Teaching skills
Medical Front Office Administration Specialist

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Certificate

Advanced and Applied AI on Microsoft Azure

Advanced and Applied AI on Microsoft Azure online course teaches the use of machine learning and AI to solve real-world problems. Advanced and Applied AI on Microsoft Azure certification by FutureLearn, aims to enhance the understanding of machine learning and AI using Microsoft Azure and Python.

The course covers four topics: Introduction to Machine Learning with Python and Azure Notebooks, Building Machine Learning Models on Azure, Applying Machine Learning and AI Techniques to Solve Business Problems, and Developing an AI Solution with Azure Cognitive Services. Each topic consists of a course that lasts for about four weeks, with 5-6 hours of study per week. Upon completion of the Advanced and Applied AI on Microsoft Azure certification course, a digital certificate is awarded. The course level is intermediate, which requires some prior knowledge of Python and basic statistics.

The course aims to enhance the understanding of machine learning and AI using Microsoft Azure and Python. It also prepares for related exams including Microsoft Azure AI Engineer Associate (AI-100) and Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals (AI-900)

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15 Weeks
Intermediate
900

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Certificate

Cyber Security Foundations: Start Building Your Career in Cyber Defense

The Cyber Security Foundations: Start Building Your Career in Cyber Defense online course is a comprehensive and practical journey into the realm of cybersecurity, equipping learners with essential skills to protect organisations from the ever-growing threat of cyber attacks. This CyberSecurity Foundations: Start Building Your Career in Cyber Defense certification by FutureLearn designed by the prestigious EC Council, addresses this urgent need by focusing on cyber resilience—the capacity to anticipate, respond, and recover from cyber-attacks.

Throughout the Cyber Security Foundations: Start Building Your Career in Cyber Defense certification course, participants delve into the foundational concepts and issues in cybersecurity, exploring real-life examples of malicious attacks like phishing, ransomware, and social engineering. They learn vital defences against malware, create a malware protection strategy, and grasp the significance of data security policies.

Moreover, the last two courses concentrate on identity and access management—a pivotal aspect of safeguarding sensitive information. This portion empowers learners to implement access controls, explore single sign-on, and understand authentication techniques, strengthening data security practices.

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15 Weeks
Intermediate
900
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of Cyber Security
English in Daily Life

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English at the Workplace

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Applied Ethics

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BPYI-101: Applied Ethics

15 Weeks

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