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Public Administration Courses

Public administration courses can help you learn policy analysis, public finance management, organizational behavior, and program evaluation. You can build skills in effective communication with stakeholders, strategic planning, and ethical decision-making in governance. Many courses introduce tools such as data visualization software, budgeting applications, and performance measurement frameworks that support the implementation of public policies and enhance service delivery.

Popular Public Administration Courses and Certifications


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    Google Cloud

    Digital Transformation with Google Cloud - Français

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Digital Transformation, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Technologies, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing, Public Cloud, Business Transformation, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Hybrid Cloud Computing, Technology Strategies, Software As A Service, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Security, Cost Management, Capital Expenditure

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Storying the Self: Telling our Stories

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Storytelling, Relationship Building, Personal Attributes, Oral Expression, Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Leadership, Writing and Editing, Public Speaking, Cultural Responsiveness, Creativity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Empathy, Data, and Risk

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Empathy, Data Storytelling, Tableau Software, Risk Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Risk Management, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Stakeholder Analysis, Business Risk Management, Human Centered Design, Decision Making, User Research, Risk Control, Diversity and Inclusion, Psychology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Essential Cloud Infrastructure: Foundation - Français

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Platforms, Infrastructure Architecture, Virtual Machines, Virtual Networking, Network Infrastructure, Cloud Management, Network Architecture, Network Administration, System Configuration, General Networking, Network Routing, Firewall, Command-Line Interface

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Microsoft 365 Fundamentals (MS-900)

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Cloud Services, Microsoft Teams, Collaborative Software, Endpoint Security, Cloud Solutions, Microsoft Intune (Mobile Device Management Software), Zero Trust Network Access, Cloud Hosting, Cloud Computing, Cloud Deployment, Information Privacy

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    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Knowledge Accelerators

    Microsoft 365 Copilot AI: Office Automation & Workflows

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Office, Productivity Software, Email Automation, Workflow Management, Office Administration, Microsoft Outlook, Content Development and Management, Business Correspondence, Business Writing, Productivity, Business Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Foundations of Strategic Internal Auditing

    Skills you'll gain: Audit Planning, Internal Auditing, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Auditing, Internal Controls, Auditors Report, Report Writing, Internal Communications, Continuous Improvement Process, Risk Analysis, Risk Control, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Risk Management Framework, Financial Controls, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Benchmarking, Business Ethics, Fraud detection

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    LPIC-2 Linux Engineer (201-450)

    Skills you'll gain: Data Maintenance, Operating System Administration, Linux Commands, iSCSI Configuration, Network Engineering, File Management, System Software, Software Installation, Encryption

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnKartS

    Linkedin Ads Course : Master B2B Lead Generation

    Skills you'll gain: Promotions and Campaigns, Campaign Planning, Online Advertising, Pay Per Click Advertising, Performance marketing, Conversion Funnel Analysis, Social Media Marketing, Billing Systems, Event Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Customer Engagement, Customer Insights

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Microsoft Windows Server - Hands-On Training Part I

    Skills you'll gain: Active Directory, Microsoft Servers, Windows Servers, User Accounts, Microsoft Windows, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Firewall, Server Administration, User Provisioning, Group Policy, Windows PowerShell, Operating System Administration, Systems Administration, Virtualization, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, System Configuration, Virtual Machines, Virtual Environment, Network Administration, Network Troubleshooting

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Foreign Policies of Great, Middle, and Small Powers

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Diplomacy, Political Sciences, World History, Policy Development, Social Sciences, Public Affairs, Policy Analysis, Public Safety and National Security, Economics, Case Studies, Governance, Security Strategy, Analytical Skills

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Complete Interview Prep: Foundations, GD & Domain Interviews

    Skills you'll gain: Communication Strategies, Persuasive Communication, Adaptability

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular public administration courses

  • Digital Transformation with Google Cloud - Français: Google Cloud
  • Storying the Self: Telling our Stories: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Empathy, Data, and Risk: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Essential Cloud Infrastructure: Foundation - Français: Google Cloud
  • Microsoft 365 Fundamentals (MS-900) : Packt
  • Microsoft 365 Copilot AI: Office Automation & Workflows: Knowledge Accelerators
  • Foundations of Strategic Internal Auditing: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • LPIC-2 Linux Engineer (201-450): Packt
  • Linkedin Ads Course : Master B2B Lead Generation: LearnKartS
  • Microsoft Windows Server - Hands-On Training Part I: Packt

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