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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


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    Siemens

    Applied Computational Fluid Dynamics

    Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Thermal Management, Mechanical Engineering, Simulations, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Model Optimization, Physics

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Insper

    Gestão de Operações

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Operations, Inventory Management, Business Operations, Quality Management, Inventory Control Systems, Process Management, Administration, Manufacturing Operations, Inventory Control, Operational Performance Management, Business Administration, Quality Improvement, Operational Analysis, Production Management, Process Improvement, Performance Metric, Production Process, Performance Measurement, Continuous Improvement Process

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Sciences Po

    International migrations: a global issue

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Immigration Law, European History, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Demography, Environmental Issue, Sociology, Political Sciences, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Governance, Public Policies, Economics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    562 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Preventative Healthcare for the Newborn Baby

    Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Postpartum Care, Infant Care, Pediatrics, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Assessment, Endocrinology, Pharmacology, Clinical Monitoring, Cardiology, Diagnostic Tests, Laboratory Testing, Hematology, Communication Disorders, Infectious Diseases

    4.8
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    632 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Medical Cannabis: The Health Effects of THC and CBD

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Psychiatry, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Pharmacology, Public Health, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Gerontology, Mental Health, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Pharmaceuticals, Medical Science and Research, Substance Abuse, Research, Hospice, Medication Administration, Clinical Research, Mental and Behavioral Health, Exercise Science, Clinical Trials

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Introduction to Faecal Sludge Management

    Skills you'll gain: Sanitation, Environmental Engineering, Water Resource Management, Sustainable Engineering, Process Engineering, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainable Systems, Environment and Resource Management, Public Health, Data Collection, Capital Expenditure, Research, Case Studies

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

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Requerimientos, planeación, ejecución y medición de estrategias para redes sociales

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Strategy, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Management, Social Media Content, Digital Media Strategy, Content Marketing, Communication Planning, Marketing Strategies, Social Media Analytics, Marketing Communications, Content Strategy, Strategic Communication, Campaign Planning, Integrated Marketing Communications, Campaign Management, Content Performance Analysis, Marketing, Customer Engagement

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University at Buffalo

    Data-Driven Decision Making (DDDM)

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Statistical Process Controls, Data Literacy, Process Mapping, Data Ethics, Data Analysis Software, Data Presentation, Performance Improvement, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Collection, Process Improvement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Data Visualization Software, Business Process, Business Process Improvement, Business Analytics, Tableau Software, Analytics, Root Cause Analysis, Lean Methodologies

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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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, Market Data, International Finance, Financial Systems, Financial Market, Market Dynamics, Supply And Demand, Policy Development, Finance

    4.8
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    HRCI

    Compensation and Benefits

    Skills you'll gain: Compensation and Benefits, Compensation Management, Job Evaluation, Compensation Strategy, Payroll, Payroll Administration, Benefits Administration, Human Resources, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Claims Processing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Imperial College London

    Study Designs in Epidemiology

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Research Design, Epidemiology, Clinical Research, Research Methodologies, Public Health, Science and Research, Research, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Training and Practicing in English Public Speaking

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Oral Comprehension, Active Listening, Oral Expression, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Critical Thinking, Language Competency, Communication Strategies, Stress Management

    4.6
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Applied Computational Fluid Dynamics: Siemens
  • Gestão de Operações: Insper
  • International migrations: a global issue: Sciences Po
  • Preventative Healthcare for the Newborn Baby : University of Colorado System
  • Medical Cannabis: The Health Effects of THC and CBD: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to Faecal Sludge Management: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Requerimientos, planeación, ejecución y medición de estrategias para redes sociales: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Data-Driven Decision Making (DDDM): University at Buffalo
  • Monetary Policy in the Asia Pacific: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Compensation and Benefits: HRCI

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