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Policy courses can help you learn about public policy analysis, regulatory frameworks, and advocacy strategies. You can build skills in data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and effective communication to influence decision-making processes. Many courses introduce tools such as policy simulation software, data visualization platforms, and statistical analysis programs that aid in evaluating policy impacts and crafting evidence-based recommendations.


Popular Policy Courses and Certifications


  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Digital Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Technology, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Emerging Technologies, Cyber Governance, Market Dynamics, Court Systems, E-Commerce, Political Sciences, Automation, Digital Transformation, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Administration, Data Governance, Complex Problem Solving, Governance, Artificial Intelligence

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    171 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Cannabis, Mental Health, and Brain Disorders

    Skills you'll gain: Psychiatry, Clinical Psychology, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Public Health, Psychology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Policy, Psychiatric And Mental Health Nursing, Neurology, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Science and Research, Epidemiology, Research, Pharmacology, Personal Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    165 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    The People, Power, and Pride of Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Community Health, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Promotion, Media and Communications, Infectious Diseases, Advocacy, Data Collection, Injury Prevention, Nutrition and Diet, Child Health

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    257 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Columbia University

    HI-FIVE: Health Informatics For Innovation, Value & Enrichment (Clinical Perspective)

    Skills you'll gain: Care Coordination, Value-Based Care, Health Informatics, Interoperability, Health Technology, Healthcare Ethics, Patient Education and Support, Patient-centered Care, Health Care, Health Information Management, Primary Care, Electronic Medical Record, Telehealth, Health Policy, Communication

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    161 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Cybersecurity in the Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cloud Security, Authentications, Key Management, Data Security, Cloud Applications, Cloud Services, Application Security, Authorization (Computing), Cyber Risk, Secure Coding, Cloud Storage, Personally Identifiable Information, DevSecOps, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Network Security, Information Privacy, Continuous Monitoring, Cloud Computing, Cryptography

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    168 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • T

    The State University of New York

    Global Health Diplomacy

    Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, Health Policy, Governance, Health Systems, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, International Finance, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Health Care, Public Safety and National Security, Philanthropy, Advocacy, Economic Development, Case Studies

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    128 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad

    Strategy and Game Theory for Management

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Game Theory, Behavioral Economics, Business Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Complex Problem Solving, Problem Solving, Strategic Planning, Business Leadership, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Market Dynamics, Organizational Change, Economics, Digital Media Strategy, Market Opportunities, Negotiation, Risk Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Innovation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    143 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad Austral

    Educación ambiental para la biodiversidad

    Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Teaching, Environment, Sustainable Development, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Community Development, Natural Resource Management, Student Engagement, Collaboration

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    191 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Chinese Politics Part 2 – China and the World

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, World History, Diplomacy, Oil and Gas, Political Sciences, Economics, Economic Development, Talent Acquisition, Policy Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    139 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Earth Economics

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economics, Socioeconomics, Sustainable Development, Policy Analysis, Data Analysis, Tax, Environmental Issue, International Relations, Trend Analysis, Investments, Policy Development, Behavioral Economics, Supply And Demand, Data Collection

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    90 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Environmental Health: the Foundation of Global Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Occupational Health, Public Health, Environmental Laws, Environmental Regulations, Health Systems, Environmental Policy, Systems Thinking, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Science, Epidemiology, Environmental Issue, Environmental Monitoring, Health Policy, Personal protective equipment, Risk Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    122 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Sustainability of Social-Ecological Systems: the Nexus between Water, Energy and Food

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Literacy, Systems Thinking, Case Studies, Sustainable Development, Quantitative Research, Sustainability Standards, Water Resource Management, Energy and Utilities, Social Impact, Analysis, Environmental Science, Complex Problem Solving, Policy Analysis, Environment and Resource Management, Dealing With Ambiguity

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    108 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular policy courses

  • Digital Governance: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Cannabis, Mental Health, and Brain Disorders: University of Colorado Boulder
  • The People, Power, and Pride of Public Health: Johns Hopkins University
  • HI-FIVE: Health Informatics For Innovation, Value & Enrichment (Clinical Perspective): Columbia University
  • Cybersecurity in the Cloud: University of Minnesota
  • Global Health Diplomacy: The State University of New York
  • Strategy and Game Theory for Management: IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad
  • Educación ambiental para la biodiversidad: Universidad Austral
  • Chinese Politics Part 2 – China and the World: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Earth Economics: Erasmus University Rotterdam

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