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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


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    Microsoft

    Data Modeling and Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Ethics, Data Modeling, Data Governance, Data Architecture, Database Design, Power BI, Data Management, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Star Schema, Personally Identifiable Information, Information Privacy, Data Synthesis, Data Visualization Software, Data Security, Data Integrity, Snowflake Schema, Relational Databases, Data Quality, Extract, Transform, Load

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Data science perspectives on pandemic management

    Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Epidemiology, Crisis Management, Environmental Monitoring, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Emergency Response, Data Literacy, Spatial Data Analysis, Infection Control, Socioeconomics, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Information and Technology, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Infectious Diseases, Data Science, Financial Systems, Financial Modeling, Finance

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Introducción a la Hotelería y el Turismo

    Skills you'll gain: Hospitality, Hospitality Services, Digital Transformation, Sustainable Development, Cultural Diversity, Hospitality Management, Hotels and Accommodations, Hospitality and Food Services, Sustainable Business, Travel Arrangements, Socioeconomics, Environmental Issue, Cultural Sensitivity, Environmental Resource Management, Social Sciences, Environment and Resource Management, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economic Development, Consumer Behaviour, Technology Strategies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    Social Determinants of Health: Data to Action

    Skills you'll gain: Social Determinants Of Health, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Health Systems, Community Health, Public Health, Health Informatics, Healthcare Ethics, Health Policy, Maternal Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Statistical Analysis, Systems Thinking, Statistical Software, Data Analysis, Community Development, Box Plots, Data Ethics, Scatter Plots, Climate Change Programs

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Navigating Disruption: Generative AI in the Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, AI Security, Generative AI, LLM Application, Policy Development, AI Enablement, Data Ethics, AI literacy, Human Resource Policies, Regulatory Compliance, Labor Relations, Automation, Data Security, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Workforce Management, AI Integrations, Artificial Intelligence, Decision Intelligence

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Infosec

    Introduction to Privacy - Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Information Privacy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Cyber Governance, Personally Identifiable Information, Program Development, Data Sharing, Risk Management, Regulatory Requirements

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Resilience Engineering and Leadership in Crisis

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Systems Thinking, Stakeholder Communications, Leadership, Strategic Communication, Leadership Development, Contingency Planning, Threat Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Incident Management, Business Continuity Planning, Risk Management Framework, Change Management, Infrastructure Security, Communication Strategies, Resilience, Organizational Change, Engineering Management, Leadership Studies, Sustainable Development

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Foundational Sustainability Skills & Competencies

    Skills you'll gain: Program Implementation, Plan Execution, Sustainability Reporting, Contract Management, Sustainable Development, Policy Development, Annual Reports, Environmental Policy, Vendor Contracts, Goal Setting, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Strategic Partnership, Interactive Learning, Project Planning, Peer Review, Report Writing, Stakeholder Management, Communication

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    AZ-104: Managing Azure Identity, Governance, and Storage

    Skills you'll gain: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Azure Active Directory, Microsoft Azure, Active Directory, Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management, User Provisioning, Group Policy, Cloud Management, Cloud Security, User Accounts, Cloud Storage, Data Security, Data Storage, Key Management, Encryption

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Kennesaw State University

    Strategies for Planned Social Change with Jagdish Sheth

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Business, Environmental Issue, Positive Behavior Support, Advertising, Change Management, Sustainability Standards, Influencing, Consumer Behaviour, Behavior Management, Marketing Psychology, Marketing Communications, Promotional Strategies, Marketing, Behavioral Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Advancing Health Equity: A Guide to Reducing Bias in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Diversity Training, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Workplace inclusivity, Accountability, Healthcare Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Responsiveness, Public Health, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Leadership Development

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Cómo mejorar tu bienestar: Familia, Economía y Políticas Públicas

    Skills you'll gain: Family Support, Public Policies, Economic Development, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Political Sciences, Socioeconomics, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Economics, Social and Human Services, Community Development, Public Affairs, Social Studies, Relationship Building, Social Sciences, Human Development, Gerontology, Companionship, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Data Modeling and Architecture: Microsoft
  • Data science perspectives on pandemic management: Politecnico di Milano
  • Introducción a la Hotelería y el Turismo: Universidad de Palermo
  • Social Determinants of Health: Data to Action: University of Minnesota
  • Navigating Disruption: Generative AI in the Workplace: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to Privacy - Part 1: Infosec
  • Resilience Engineering and Leadership in Crisis: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Foundational Sustainability Skills & Competencies: Arizona State University
  • AZ-104: Managing Azure Identity, Governance, and Storage: Packt
  • Strategies for Planned Social Change with Jagdish Sheth: Kennesaw State University

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