Politics courses can help you learn about political theory, governance structures, electoral systems, and public policy analysis. You can build skills in critical thinking, debate techniques, and effective communication strategies. Many courses introduce tools like data analysis software for interpreting political trends and survey tools for gauging public opinion, that support understanding voter behavior and shaping campaign strategies.

University of North Texas
Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Disabilities, Community Organizing, Community Development, Immigration Law, Community Outreach, Social Skills, Social Impact, Community and Social Work, Social and Human Services, Social Work, Social Justice, Empathy, Communication, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Student Engagement
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Public Affairs, European History, Public History, Advocacy, Persuasive Communication, Governance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Council on Foreign Relations
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Policy, Climate Change Mitigation, Policy Analysis, Environmental Issue, International Relations, Social Justice, Diplomacy, Market Dynamics, Sustainable Systems, Environmental Regulations, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Governance, Tax, Cost Benefit Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Sungkyunkwan University
Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, International Relations, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, World History, Culture, Diplomacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Governance
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Creative Thinking, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Innovation, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership and Management, Collaboration, Cultural Diversity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Governance, Environmental Management Systems, Environmental Regulations, Sustainable Development, Compliance Management, Corporate Sustainability, Business Ethics, Social Impact, Sustainability Reporting, Stakeholder Management, Risk Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Fundação Instituto de Administração
Skills you'll gain: Resource Management, Team Building, Political Sciences, Rapport Building, Influencing, Organizational Effectiveness, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Relationship Building, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Leadership, Strategic Partnership
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Jordan University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Physiology, Pathology, Clinical Practices, Infectious Diseases, Hematology, Anatomy, Microbiology, Oncology, Biology, Laboratory Testing, Molecular Biology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Automation, Stakeholder Analysis, Socioeconomics, Environmental Science, Electrical Systems, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Emerging Technologies, Technology Roadmaps, Sustainable Technologies, Policy Analysis, Transportation Operations, Social Sciences, Electric Power Systems, Environment, Energy and Utilities, Sustainable Development, Information Privacy, Safety Assurance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Digital Assets, Portfolio Risk, Portfolio Management, Cryptography, Investments, Market Dynamics, Financial Market, Equities, Securities (Finance), Transaction Processing, Financial Regulation, Cyber Risk, Production Process
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
Skills you'll gain: Public Safety and National Security, Security Management, Program Evaluation, Governance, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Public Policies, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Social Work, Community Development, Conflict Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Erasmus University Rotterdam
Skills you'll gain: Corporate Communications, Crisis Management, Business Ethics, Case Studies, Social Media Management, Facebook, Policy Analysis, Data Ethics, Leadership, Information Privacy, Stakeholder Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months