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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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    University of Michigan

    Advancing Health Equity: A Guide to Reducing Bias in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Workplace inclusivity, Accountability, Healthcare Ethics, Social Determinants Of Health, Cultural Responsiveness, Public Health, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Leadership Development

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Comparative Health Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Health Systems, Primary Care, Health Care Administration, Health Care, Health Policy, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Systems Thinking, Public Health, Governance, Organizational Strategy

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    137 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Imperial College London

    Health Systems Development: Health systems, Policy and Research

    Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Health Systems, Health Assessment, Health Care, Public Health, Policy Analysis, Health Care Administration, Community Health, Program Evaluation, Research, Case Studies

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

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    ESSEC Business School

    La Philanthropie : Comprendre et Agir

    Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Fundraising, Social Impact, Social Justice, Innovation, Tax, Corporate Sustainability, Program Evaluation, Public Policies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Strategic Decision-Making, Governance, Psychology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    131 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    Total Rewards & the Role of Compensation & Benefits

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

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    Securing Cloud and Hybrid Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Continuous Monitoring, Cloud Security, Disaster Recovery, Network Security, Cloud Services, AI Security, Security Strategy, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Computing, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Infrastructure Security, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Threat Detection, Cloud Management, Encryption, Identity and Access Management

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    21 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Sciences Po

    Cities are back in town : sociología urbana para un mundo globalizado

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Economic Development, Sociology, Sustainable Development, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, World History, International Relations, Economics, Demography, Political Sciences, Public Policies, European History, Case Studies, Governance, Qualitative Research

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    GIS: Geographic Information Systems for Sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, Sustainability Reporting, Spatial Data Analysis, Sustainable Business, Spatial Analysis, Data Storytelling, Environmental Monitoring, Data Visualization, Stakeholder Engagement, Trend Analysis, Decision Making

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Understanding the Campaign Components

    Skills you'll gain: Campaign Management, Strategic Communication, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Resource Allocation, Media Strategy, Brand Management, Earned Media, Communication Strategies, Owned Media, Public Relations, Shared Media, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Goal Setting, Target Audience, Research and Design, Research, Market Research

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Getting Started with Linux Terminal

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Linux, Unix Commands, Command-Line Interface, File Management, System Configuration, Linux Administration, Package and Software Management, DevOps

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Violencias por razones de género

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Social Justice, Sociology, Conflict Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Family Therapy, Cultural Diversity, Community and Social Work, Public Policies

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

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    Codio

    Unix System Basics

    Skills you'll gain: User Accounts, Unix Commands, Unix, Command-Line Interface, OS Process Management, File Systems, Linux, Ubuntu, Linux Commands, Operating Systems, Systems Administration, Shell Script, File Management

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    89 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Advancing Health Equity: A Guide to Reducing Bias in Healthcare: University of Michigan
  • Comparative Health Systems: University of Pennsylvania
  • Health Systems Development: Health systems, Policy and Research: Imperial College London
  • La Philanthropie : Comprendre et Agir: ESSEC Business School
  • Total Rewards & the Role of Compensation & Benefits: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • Securing Cloud and Hybrid Networks: LearnQuest
  • Cities are back in town : sociología urbana para un mundo globalizado: Sciences Po
  • GIS: Geographic Information Systems for Sustainability: University of Michigan
  • Understanding the Campaign Components: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Getting Started with Linux Terminal: Coursera

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