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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


  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Sustainable Regional Principles, Planning and Transportation

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Transportation Operations, Case Studies, Economic Development, Land Management, Growth Strategies, Community Development, Geographic Information Systems, Environment and Resource Management, Stakeholder Engagement

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    200 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Health Care Delivery in Healthcare Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Patient-centered Care, Health And Wellness Coaching, Health Systems, Health Care, Health Policy, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Patient Education And Counseling, Health Technology, Telehealth, Public Speaking, Diagnostic Tests

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    138 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Washington

    Communicating Data Science Results

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Statistical Visualization, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Data Governance, Big Data, Technical Communication, Cloud Computing, Amazon Web Services, Information Privacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    3.4
    Rating, 3.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    142 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Microsoft

    Cybersecurity Management and Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Data Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Records Management, Security Management, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security Policies, Microsoft Azure, Threat Management, Disaster Recovery, Data Governance, Security Controls, Information Privacy, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Identity and Access Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    144 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Sciences Po

    Migrations internationales : un enjeu mondial

    Skills you'll gain: Immigration Law, World History, International Relations, Environmental Issue, European History, Social Sciences, Governance, Demography, Political Sciences, Socioeconomics, Policy Development, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Public Policies, Economic Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    135 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    Lund University

    Working for a sustainable future: concepts and approaches

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Business, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainability Standards, Policy Development, Environmental Policy, Environment, Environmental Science, Innovation, Natural Resource Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Mathematical Modeling, Climate Change Mitigation, Geospatial Information and Technology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    124 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    United Cities and Local Governments of Africa

    Planning for Climate Change in African Cities

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Programs, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Policy, Environmental Issue, Social Determinants Of Health, Community Development, Environmental Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Decision Support Systems, Governance, Vulnerability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    128 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, World History, Sociology, Trend Analysis, Data Analysis, Big Data, Research, Higher Education, Political Sciences, Case Studies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    127 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Cannabis, Chronic Pain, and Related Disorders

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Public Health, Health Policy, Substance Abuse, Research, Hospice, Epidemiology, Chronic Diseases, Oncology, Pharmacology, Mental Health, Nutrition and Diet

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    150 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    CertNexus

    Detect and Mitigate Ethical Risks

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Accountability, Risk Management, Operational Risk, Risk Analysis, Information Privacy, Risk Mitigation, AI Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Safety and Security, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    98 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Utrecht University

    Inequality and Democracy

    Skills you'll gain: Lobbying, Political Sciences, Socioeconomics, Tax Laws, Social Sciences, Economics, Commercial Laws, Policy Analysis, Governance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    59 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Imperial College London

    Global Disease Masterclass: Communicable Diseases Epidemiology, Intervention and Prevention

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Public Health, Microbiology, Community Health, Health Education, Social Determinants Of Health, Preventative Care, Health Care, Health Policy, Trend Analysis, Immunology, Clinical Research, Data Access

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    187 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Sustainable Regional Principles, Planning and Transportation: Johns Hopkins University
  • Health Care Delivery in Healthcare Organizations: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Communicating Data Science Results: University of Washington
  • Cybersecurity Management and Compliance: Microsoft
  • Migrations internationales : un enjeu mondial: Sciences Po
  • Working for a sustainable future: concepts and approaches: Lund University
  • Planning for Climate Change in African Cities: United Cities and Local Governments of Africa
  • Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 1: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Cannabis, Chronic Pain, and Related Disorders: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Detect and Mitigate Ethical Risks: CertNexus

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