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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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    Johns Hopkins University

    Foundations of Distributed Database Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Computing, Scalability, Database Design, Database Management Systems, Database Theory, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Management, Databases, Relational Databases, SQL, Performance Tuning, Data Integrity

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    The Ultimate T-SQL And Microsoft SQL Server Bootcamp

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft SQL Servers, Transact-SQL, SQL, Transaction Processing, Stored Procedure, Data Manipulation, Database Management, Query Languages, Relational Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Databases, Data Integrity

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Civil Registration & Vital Statistics in Population Health

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Public Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Biostatistics, Health Equity, Medical Records, Demography, Vital Signs, Health Policy, Health Information Management, Data Collection

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Advanced Cloud Management and AWS Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Identity and Access Management, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Management, Cloud Computing, User Accounts, Cloud Infrastructure, Public Cloud, Cloud Services, Servers, Linux Servers, Cloud Security, Docker (Software), Scalability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Advanced IT Tools, Career Prep, and System Management

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Linux, System Configuration, Operating System Administration, Systems Administration, File Systems, IT Management, Virtualization, File Management, Virtual Machines, Information Technology, Data Storage Technologies, Technical Communication

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Amazon Web Services

    Cloud Essentials for Business Leaders - Healthcare and Life Sciences v01.00.00

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Cloud Solutions, Digital Transformation, Public Cloud, Business Transformation, Innovation, Operational Efficiency, Thought Leadership

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Edureka

    AWS Cloud Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon S3, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Command-Line Interface, Public Cloud, Cloud Storage, Multi-Factor Authentication, Data Storage, Scalability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Whizlabs

    Automation With Salt

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), IT Automation, Command-Line Interface, Docker (Software), Software Installation, Automation, System Configuration, YAML, Systems Administration, Configuration Management, Remote Access Systems

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EC-Council

    Network Defense Essentials: Hands-On Edition

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Cloud Security, Security Controls, Mobile Security, Data Security, Cryptography, Public Key Infrastructure, Cyber Security Policies, Authorization (Computing), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Monitoring, Continuous Monitoring, Wireless Networks, Identity and Access Management, Encryption, Threat Detection, Internet Of Things

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Huddersfield

    Advanced Leadership Skills & Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Teams, Leadership, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Leadership and Management, Leadership Development, Communication, Strategic Communication, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Communication Strategies, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Culture, Collaboration, Diversity and Inclusion

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    Advanced Blockchain Architectures

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Interoperability, Network Architecture, Solution Architecture, Information Technology Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, Cryptography, Identity and Access Management, Emerging Technologies, Encryption, Threat Modeling, Systems Integration, Information Privacy, Scalability, Security Testing, Requirements Analysis, Prototyping

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    A Tour of Google Cloud Sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Management, Cloud Services, Public Cloud

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Foundations of Distributed Database Systems: Johns Hopkins University
  • The Ultimate T-SQL And Microsoft SQL Server Bootcamp: Packt
  • Civil Registration & Vital Statistics in Population Health: Johns Hopkins University
  • Advanced Cloud Management and AWS Fundamentals: Packt
  • Advanced IT Tools, Career Prep, and System Management: Packt
  • Cloud Essentials for Business Leaders - Healthcare and Life Sciences v01.00.00: Amazon Web Services
  • AWS Cloud Essentials: Edureka
  • Automation With Salt: Whizlabs
  • Network Defense Essentials: Hands-On Edition: EC-Council
  • Advanced Leadership Skills & Communication: University of Huddersfield

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