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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.


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Popular Policy Courses and Certifications


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    Johns Hopkins University

    Exploring Algorithmic Bias as a Policy Issue: A Teach-Out

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Responsible AI, Policy Analysis, Social Justice, Public Policies, Diversity Awareness, Data Ethics, Machine Learning

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Governance, Biotechnology, Policy Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Clinical Research Ethics, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Health Policy, Public Policies, Environmental Issue, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Policy Development, Public Health, Case Studies

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    80 reviews

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    The George Washington University

    Vaccine Law and Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Health Equity, Informed Consent, Pharmaceuticals, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Healthcare Ethics, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Disparities, Public Health, Health Policy, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Advocacy, Policy Analysis, Intellectual Property

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Cybersecurity Policy for Aviation and Internet Infrastructures

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure Security, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Management Framework, Technology Roadmaps, Network Infrastructure, Transportation Operations, Infrastructure Architecture

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    259 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Politics and Ethics of Data Analytics in the Public Sector

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Policy Analysis, Case Studies, Political Sciences, Data Analysis, Responsible AI, Public Policies, Analytics, Model Evaluation, Data Presentation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Ethical Standards And Conduct, R Programming, Machine Learning

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Animal Behaviour and Welfare

    Skills you'll gain: Applied Behavior Analysis, Scientific Methods, Safety Assurance, Behavior Management, Stress Management, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Healthcare Ethics, General Science and Research, Environmental Issue, Nutrition and Diet

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Manchester

    Water Supply and Sanitation Policy in Developing Countries Part 2: Developing Effective Interventions

    Skills you'll gain: Sanitation, Water Resource Management, Environmental Policy, Policy Analysis, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Health, Community Development, Health Equity, Behavioral Economics, Case Studies, Revenue Management, Regulatory Affairs, Innovation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    78 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    PwC India

    Introduction to Customs and Foreign Trade Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Export Control, Tax, Tax Laws, Commercial Laws, Tax Compliance, Transportation Operations, Policy Development, Public Policies, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Problem Solving

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Monetary Policy in the Asia Pacific

    Skills you'll gain: Market Liquidity, Analysis, Financial Policy, Economics, International Finance, Financial Market, Financial Regulation, Market Dynamics, Supply And Demand, Forecasting

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    336 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Introduction to Nutrition Policy, Frameworks, and Process

    Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Nutrition and Diet, Health Policy, Public Health, Food and Beverage, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Public Policies, Program Evaluation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Trade & investment: evidence-based policies for development

    Skills you'll gain: Economic Development, Policy Analysis, International Relations, Research, Economics, Writing, Technical Communication, Diplomacy, Econometrics, Analysis, Market Dynamics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    21 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Health Systems Development: Health systems, Policy and Research

    Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Health Systems, Health Assessment, Health Care, Public Health, Policy Analysis, Health Care Administration, Community Health, Program Evaluation, Research, Case Studies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    84 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Exploring Algorithmic Bias as a Policy Issue: A Teach-Out: Johns Hopkins University
  • Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy: Johns Hopkins University
  • Vaccine Law and Policy: The George Washington University
  • Cybersecurity Policy for Aviation and Internet Infrastructures: University of Colorado System
  • Politics and Ethics of Data Analytics in the Public Sector: University of Michigan
  • Animal Behaviour and Welfare: The University of Edinburgh
  • Water Supply and Sanitation Policy in Developing Countries Part 2: Developing Effective Interventions: University of Manchester
  • Introduction to Customs and Foreign Trade Policy: PwC India
  • Monetary Policy in the Asia Pacific: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Introduction to Nutrition Policy, Frameworks, and Process: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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