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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Getting Started with Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365

    ★ 4.6 (14K) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • I

    IBM

    IT Fundamentals for Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, IT Service Management, Cloud Computing, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Malware Protection, Networking Hardware, Service Management, Identity and Access Management, Linux, Linux Commands, Incident Response, Network Security, Cybersecurity, TCP/IP, Linux Administration, Network Protocols, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Security, Cyber Attacks

    ★ 4.6 (22K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • T

    The World Bank Group

    Les Partenariats Public-Privé (PPP): Comment offrir de meilleures infrastructures pour les services publics

    Skills you'll gain: Contract Management, Procurement, Project Finance, Stakeholder Engagement, Contract Negotiation, Risk Management, Legal Risk, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Economic Development, Governance, Sustainable Systems, Strategic Partnership, Public Policies, Project Risk Management, Stakeholder Communications, Feasibility Studies, Project Implementation, Cost Benefit Analysis

    ★ 4.7 (547) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Introduction to Business

    Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Business Strategy, Cash Control, Digital Brand Strategy, Keyword Research, Digital Marketing, Financial Accounting, Organizational Leadership, Online Advertising, Financial Reporting, Search Engine Optimization, Business Planning, Accountability, Business Management, Forecasting, Leadership and Management, Cash Flow Forecasting, Working Capital, Strategic Planning, Storytelling

    ★ 4.7 (828) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Atlassian

    Agile with Atlassian Jira

    Skills you'll gain: Jira (Software), Agile Methodology, Scrum (Software Development), Kanban Principles, Agile Software Development, Agile Project Management, Lean Methodologies, Backlogs, Agile Product Development, Project Management Software, Sprint Planning, User Story, Workflow Management, Project Management, Issue Tracking, Configuration Management, Query Languages, Software Versioning, Continuous Improvement Process, User Accounts

    ★ 4.7 (9.7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    Tata Institute of Social Sciences

    Making Public Policies Work: The Last-mile Delivery

    Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Policy Development, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Governance, Policy Analysis, Social and Human Services, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Program Implementation, Social Justice, Public Affairs, Political Sciences, Public Administration, Community Development, Social Work, Diversity and Inclusion, Lobbying, Community and Social Work, Advocacy, Benefits Administration, Economic Development

    ★ 4.3 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IBM

    IBM Data Management

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Warehousing, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Storytelling, SQL, Data Visualization, Dashboard Creation, Database Design, Data Security, Data Migration, Data Governance, Data Presentation, Descriptive Statistics, Data Store, Data Management, Relational Databases, Databases, Data Architecture, Excel Formulas, Business Intelligence

    ★ 4.7 (19K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Bestseller
    Bestseller
  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Ethics in Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Social Justice, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Public Policies, Public Administration, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economic Development, Governance, Social Sciences, Economics, International Relations, Cultural Diversity, Case Studies

    ★ 4.4 (25) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Sciences Po

    Data and Urban Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Data Governance, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Political Sciences, Governance, Public Administration, Data Management, Data Sharing, Digital Transformation, Policy Analysis, Big Data, Driving engagement, Algorithms, Computing Platforms, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Personally Identifiable Information, Information Privacy

    ★ 4.7 (50) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Successful Presentation

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Storytelling, Drive Engagement, Communication, Persuasive Communication, Driving engagement, Non-Verbal Communication, Business Writing, Rapport Building, Composure, Adaptability, Creative Thinking, Creativity

    ★ 4.7 (4.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Alfaisal University | KLD

    تحقيق السعادة في بيئة العمل | Achieving Happiness at Work

    Skills you'll gain: Recognizing Others, Employee Engagement, Meditation & Breathwork, Stress Management, Employee Retention, Positivity, Mindfulness, Productivity, Overcoming Obstacles, Relationship Building

    ★ 4.9 (834) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Administración para obtener resultados

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Strategy, Strategic Planning, Business Planning, Quality Management, Performance Measurement, Business Strategies, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Business Strategy, Quality Improvement, Performance Metric, Performance Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Organizational Effectiveness, Business Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Goal Setting

    ★ 4.8 (662) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Getting Started with Microsoft Excel: Coursera
  • IT Fundamentals for Cybersecurity: IBM
  • Les Partenariats Public-Privé (PPP): Comment offrir de meilleures infrastructures pour les services publics: The World Bank Group
  • Introduction to Business: University of California, Irvine
  • Agile with Atlassian Jira: Atlassian
  • Making Public Policies Work: The Last-mile Delivery: Tata Institute of Social Sciences
  • IBM Data Management: IBM
  • Ethics in Public Policy: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Data and Urban Governance: Sciences Po
  • Successful Presentation: University of Colorado Boulder

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