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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


  • G

    Google Cloud

    Cloud DNS: Traffic Steering using Geolocation Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Cloud Computing, Network Routing, Geographic Information Systems, Virtual Machines, Google Cloud Platform, Virtual Networking, Network Architecture

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Introduction to Cloud Identity

    Skills you'll gain: User Provisioning, User Accounts, Mobile Security, Cloud Computing, Security Controls, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Single Sign-On (SSO), System Configuration, Multi-Factor Authentication, Data Loss Prevention

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    2.2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    LearnKartS

    Information Security Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Cyber Governance, Business Risk Management, Security Management, Security Strategy, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Risk Management, Compliance Management, Risk Management Framework, Record Keeping, Regulatory Compliance, Strategic Planning, Security Controls, Policy Development, Contract Compliance, Business Continuity Planning, Performance Measurement, Stakeholder Management, Business Development

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Infectious Disease Transmission Models for Decision-Makers

    Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Public Health, Policy Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Case Studies, Biostatistics, Predictive Modeling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    641 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Y

    Yale University

    American Contract Law I

    Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Commercial Laws, Legal Research, Contract Review, Case Studies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    Duke University

    Climate Change Leadership for Community Resilience

    Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Climate Change Programs, Community Development, Climate Change Adaptation, Professional Development, Community Outreach, Leadership, Environment and Resource Management, Social Impact, Sustainable Development, Visionary, Environmental Policy, Sustainable Systems, Collaboration, Governance, Innovation, Environmental Science, Personal Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Collection

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    27 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Usable Security

    Skills you'll gain: Usability, Human Computer Interaction, Authentications, Security Engineering, Usability Testing, Interaction Design, Human Factors, Information Privacy, Cybersecurity, Personally Identifiable Information, User Interface (UI) Design, Multi-Factor Authentication, User Centered Design, Design

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    3.3K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Stanford University

    Introduction to Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Pharmaceuticals, Health Systems, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Managed Care, Health Care, Medical Billing, Health Care Administration, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Medicaid, Medicare, Health Policy, Hospital Experience, Value-Based Care

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.5K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Meta

    Marketing Analytics Foundation

    Skills you'll gain: Data Collection, Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Google Analytics, Digital Marketing, Customer Data Management, Application Programming Interface (API), Market Data, Personally Identifiable Information, Web Analytics, Information Privacy, API Gateway, Data Integration, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Advertising

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    2.3K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Microsoft

    Azure Cybersecurity Solutions And Microsoft Defender

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Microsoft Azure, Cyber Security Policies, Cloud Security, Firewall, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Malware Protection, Identity and Access Management, Network Security, Threat Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Threat Detection, Security Controls, Scenario Testing, Virtual Machines, Encryption, Event Management

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Democracia y decisiones públicas. Introducción al análisis de políticas públicas

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, Policy Development, Public Policies, Public Administration, Decision Making, Program Evaluation, Governance, Complex Problem Solving, Electronic Media, Stakeholder Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.4K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Imperial College London

    Science Matters: Let's Talk About COVID-19

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Community Health, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Health Systems, Socioeconomics, Health Policy, Emergency Response, Patient Evaluation, Immunology, Diagnostic Tests, Microbiology, Media and Communications, Molecular Biology, Pathology

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    223 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Cloud DNS: Traffic Steering using Geolocation Policy: Google Cloud
  • Introduction to Cloud Identity: Google Cloud
  • Information Security Governance: LearnKartS
  • Infectious Disease Transmission Models for Decision-Makers: Johns Hopkins University
  • American Contract Law I: Yale University
  • Climate Change Leadership for Community Resilience: Duke University
  • Usable Security: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Introduction to Healthcare: Stanford University
  • Marketing Analytics Foundation: Meta
  • Azure Cybersecurity Solutions And Microsoft Defender : Microsoft

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