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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.

Popular Policy Courses and Certifications


  • I

    Imperial College London

    Foundations of Public Health Practice: Behaviour & Behaviour Change

    Skills you'll gain: Health Promotion, Health Education, Behavioral Economics, Behavioral Health, Public Health, Applied Behavior Analysis, Social Determinants Of Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Policy, Public Policies, Cultural Diversity, Psychology, Risk Analysis

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

  • E

    Emory University

    The Addicted Brain

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Substance Abuse, Pharmacotherapy, Mental and Behavioral Health, Pharmaceuticals, Psychiatry, Social Sciences, Neurology, Behavioral Health, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Vulnerability, Pre-Clinical Development, Health Policy, Laboratory Research, Public Health, Treatment Planning

    ★ 4.7 (2.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Alberta

    Indigenous Canada

    Skills you'll gain: Natural Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Cultural Sensitivity, Community Development, Civil Law, European History, Political Sciences, Legal Research

    ★ 4.8 (24K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Bestseller
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  • I

    Infosec

    Cybersecurity Policy Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Security Assessment, Risk Management Framework, Security Management, Cyber Risk, Cybersecurity, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Strategy, Command-Line Interface

    ★ 4.6 (124) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    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 Development, Public Policies, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Social Justice, Program Evaluation, Advocacy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Policy, Technology, and Carbon Free Cities

    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Climate Change Adaptation, Sustainable Development, Environmental Policy, Policy Analysis, Sustainable Technologies, Climate Change Mitigation, Policy Development, Public Policies, Public Affairs, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Energy and Utilities, Community Outreach, Emerging Technologies, Advocacy, Scalability, Technology Solutions, Case Studies

    ★ 5 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Cybersecurity Policy for Water and Electricity Infrastructures

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Security Policies, Continuous Monitoring, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Management, Cyber Governance, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Risk, Cyber Attacks, Dependency Analysis

    ★ 4.6 (181) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Justice and Equity in Technology Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Responsible AI, Disabilities, Innovation, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Diversity Awareness, Social Impact, Socioeconomics, Human Centered Design, Sustainable Systems, Policy Analysis, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Community Development, Public Policies, Technology Solutions, Data Ethics, Social Sciences, Policy Development, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

    ★ 4.9 (20) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Indian Institute for Human Settlements

    The Art and Science of Economic Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Development, Public Policies, Economic Development, Policy Analysis, Financial Policy, Behavioral Economics, Political Sciences, Economics, Supply And Demand, Market Dynamics, Public Affairs, Competitive Analysis, Governance, Program Implementation, Decision Making

    ★ 4.7 (121) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Data for Effective Policy Making

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Literacy, Data Ethics, Data Presentation, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Policy Development, Data Visualization Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Public Policies, Data Management, Policy Analysis, Data Quality, Program Evaluation, Research, Research Methodologies, Statistical Analysis, Research Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Manchester

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

    Skills you'll gain: Sanitation, Water Resources, Water Sustainability, Water Resource Management, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Environmental Policy, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Health Policy, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Political Sciences, Community Development, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Community Health, Behavioral Economics, Case Studies, Regulatory Compliance

    ★ 4.7 (81) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Alfaisal University | KLD

    إدارة الفعاليات | Events Management

    Skills you'll gain: Event Management, Events and Conferences, Event Planning, Event Marketing, Advertising, Safety and Security, Cost Management, Security Management, Advertising Campaigns, Promotional Strategies, Budget Management, Expense Management, Program Evaluation, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resources, Budgeting, Return On Investment, Communication Strategies

    ★ 4.7 (119) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Foundations of Public Health Practice: Behaviour & Behaviour Change: Imperial College London
  • The Addicted Brain: Emory University
  • Indigenous Canada: University of Alberta
  • Cybersecurity Policy Foundations: Infosec
  • Introduction to Nutrition Policy, Frameworks, and Process: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Policy, Technology, and Carbon Free Cities: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Cybersecurity Policy for Water and Electricity Infrastructures: University of Colorado System
  • Justice and Equity in Technology Policy: University of Michigan
  • The Art and Science of Economic Policy: Indian Institute for Human Settlements
  • Data for Effective Policy Making: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

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