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Policy Courses

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


  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    An Introduction to Accessibility and Inclusive Design

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Education and Training, Multimedia, Educational Materials, Adaptive Equipment, Pedagogy, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Developmental Disabilities, Instructional Design, Visual Impairment Education, Diversity Awareness, Labor Law, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993, Microsoft Office

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    249 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Understanding and Strengthening Health Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Advocacy, Health Systems, Health Policy, Health Care Administration, Community Health, Policy Development, Primary Care, Health Care, Public Health, Health Administration, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Community Organizing, Health Disparities, Systems Thinking, Policy Analysis, Governance, Training Programs, Pharmaceuticals, Education and Training

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    355 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    American Museum of Natural History

    Our Earth's Future

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Social Sciences, Social Studies, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Adaptation, Socioeconomics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Mitigation, Scientific Methods, Environmental Science, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Media and Communications, Hydrology, Mathematical Modeling, Discussion Facilitation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Model Evaluation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    818 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Y

    Yale University

    Global Quality Maternal and Newborn Care

    Skills you'll gain: Maternal Health, Midwifery, Child Health, Childbirth, Postpartum Care, Prenatal Care, Health Disparities, Care Management, Dignity in Care, Infant Care, Patient-centered Care, Health Policy, Cultural Responsiveness, Advocacy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    259 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Copenhagen

    Constitutional Struggles in the Muslim World

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, International Relations, Governance, World History, Policy Analysis, Sociology, Civil Law, Socioeconomics, Public Safety and National Security, European History, Economics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    741 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Los gobiernos locales como actores internacionales

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Public Policies, Political Sciences, Policy Development, Public Affairs, Policy Analysis, Community Development, Legal Strategy, Advocacy, Governance, Case Studies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    965 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Imperial College London

    Foundations of Public Health Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Health Promotion, Microbiology, Health Assessment, Health Education, Sanitation, Infection Control, Program Evaluation, Healthcare Ethics, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Health Policy, Preventative Care, Environment Health And Safety, Behavioral Economics, Social Determinants Of Health, Behavioral Health

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    706 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    INSEAD

    Transacting on the Blockchain

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Digital Assets, FinTech, Payment Systems, Financial Inclusion, Digital Transformation, Emerging Technologies, Financial Systems, Identity and Access Management, Distributed Computing, Financial Services, Authentications, Cryptographic Protocols, Automation, Empowerment, Cost Reduction, Transaction Processing, Information Privacy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    924 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    Benefits: Health, Wellness, Work & Lifestyle

    Skills you'll gain: Benefits Administration, Compensation and Benefits, Benefits Enrollment Processes, Human Resource Policies, Tax Management, Human Resources, Human Resources Management and Planning, Employee Assistance Programs, Communication Planning, Internal Communications, Health Equity, Health Care, Program Evaluation, Managed Care, Administration, Insurance, Diversity and Inclusion

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Healthy Practices: Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Community and Family Participation

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Education, Community Health, Nutrition and Diet, Health Education, Health Promotion, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Child Health, Preventative Care, Health Disparities, Working With Children, Health Equity, Family Support, Exercise Science, Community Development, Student Engagement, Community Outreach, Student Support and Services, Health Policy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    875 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Generative AI in the Workplace: Policies, Ethics, and Risks

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Security, Data Ethics, AI literacy, Generative AI, Regulatory Compliance, Data Security, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Artificial Intelligence, Decision Intelligence, Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Algorithms

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • W

    Wesleyan University

    Property and Liability: An Introduction to Law and Economics

    Skills you'll gain: Court Systems, Civil Law, Adjudication, Litigation and Civil Justice, Property and Real Estate, Personal Injury Law, Economics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Resource Allocation, Compensation Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    577 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • An Introduction to Accessibility and Inclusive Design: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Understanding and Strengthening Health Systems: Johns Hopkins University
  • Our Earth's Future: American Museum of Natural History
  • Global Quality Maternal and Newborn Care: Yale University
  • Constitutional Struggles in the Muslim World: University of Copenhagen
  • Los gobiernos locales como actores internacionales: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Foundations of Public Health Practice: Imperial College London
  • Transacting on the Blockchain: INSEAD
  • Benefits: Health, Wellness, Work & Lifestyle: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • Healthy Practices: Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Community and Family Participation: University of Colorado System

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