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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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    Imperial College London

    Healthcare Entrepreneurship: Taking Ideas to Market

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Presentations, Public Speaking, Innovation, Organizational Structure, Persuasive Communication, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Entrepreneurship, Grant Applications, Commercialization, Entrepreneurial Finance, Fundraising, Public Health

    4.7 stars, 79 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (79) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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    University of Colorado System

    Cybersecurity Policy for Aviation and Internet Infrastructures

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure Security, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Management Framework, Technology Roadmaps, Network Infrastructure, Transportation Operations, Mobile Security

    4.7 stars, 260 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
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    University of Michigan

    Database Architecture and NoSQL at Scale with Deno

    Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Systems, Cloud Applications, Database Theory, Database Management Systems, Data Store, Database Management, Databases, PostgreSQL, Relational Databases, Database Software, SQL, Database Application, Distributed Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Deployment, Transaction Processing, Scalability, Development Environment

    4.2 stars, 151 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (151) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • S

    Sciences Po

    Migrations internationales : un enjeu mondial

    Skills you'll gain: Immigration Law, World History, International Relations, Environmental Issue, European History, Social Sciences, Governance, Demography, Sociology, Diplomacy, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Public Policies, Economic Development

    4.6 stars, 135 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (135) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • C

    Columbia University

    HI-FIVE: Health Informatics For Innovation, Value & Enrichment (Clinical Perspective)

    Skills you'll gain: Care Coordination, Value-Based Care, Care Management, Patient Coordination, Clinical Informatics, Health Informatics, Interoperability, Health Technology, Managed Care, Healthcare Ethics, Patient-centered Care, Health Systems, Health Care, Primary Care, Health Policy, Data Integration, Communication

    4.6 stars, 161 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (161) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • D

    Duke University

    Linux and Bash for Data Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Linux Commands, Shell Script, Linux, Linux Administration, Unix Shell, File Management, grep, File Systems, Scripting, Command-Line Interface, File I/O, Scripting Languages, Remote Access Systems, Data Manipulation, Data Processing, Data Management, Development Environment

    4.6 stars, 136 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (136) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    Total Rewards & the Role of Compensation & Benefits

    Skills you'll gain: Compensation and Benefits, Compensation Analysis, Compensation Strategy, Compensation Management, Human Resource Strategy, Benefits Administration, Human Resources, Organizational Strategy

    4.5 stars, 79 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (79) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Personalized Nutrition, Policy, and Food Regulations

    Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Nutrition and Diet, Good Manufacturing Practices, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Nutrition Education, AI Personalization, Food Safety and Sanitation, Policy Development, Clinical Nutrition, Regulatory Affairs, Public Health, Regulatory Compliance, Health Policy, Health Informatics, Advocacy, Health Assessment, Health Technology, Microbiology, International Relations

    4.6 stars, 65 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (65) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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    The University of Sydney

    Ethical Social Media

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Analytics, Web Presence, Social Media Content, Professional Networking, Data Ethics, Analytics, Drive Engagement, Content Creation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Community Development, Information Privacy

    4.5 stars, 114 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (114) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Speaking and Presenting: Pitches and Persuasion

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Oral Expression, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Ingenuity, Creative Thinking, Communication, Creativity, Optimism, Problem Solving, Resilience, Analysis

    4.7 stars, 98 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Imperial College London

    Global Disease Masterclass: Communicable Diseases Epidemiology, Intervention and Prevention

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Infection Control, Microbiology, Community Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Preventative Care, Bloodborne Pathogens, Health Policy, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Trend Analysis, Immunology, Treatment Planning, Data Mapping

    4.7 stars, 191 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Aptly

    Getting Started with TikTok

    Skills you'll gain: TikTok, Content Creation, Video Editing, Video Production, Social Media Content, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Content Marketing, Drive Engagement, Driving engagement, Target Audience, Business Marketing, Customer Engagement, Culture, User Accounts, Demography

    4.8 stars, 73 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular public administration courses

  • Healthcare Entrepreneurship: Taking Ideas to Market: Imperial College London
  • Cybersecurity Policy for Aviation and Internet Infrastructures: University of Colorado System
  • Database Architecture and NoSQL at Scale with Deno: University of Michigan
  • Migrations internationales : un enjeu mondial: Sciences Po
  • HI-FIVE: Health Informatics For Innovation, Value & Enrichment (Clinical Perspective): Columbia University
  • Linux and Bash for Data Engineering: Duke University
  • Total Rewards & the Role of Compensation & Benefits: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • Personalized Nutrition, Policy, and Food Regulations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Ethical Social Media: The University of Sydney
  • Speaking and Presenting: Pitches and Persuasion: University of Michigan

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