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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


  • B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Marco de Política Ambiental y Social del BID

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Pollution Prevention, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Resource Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Environmental Management Systems, Environmental Policy, Environmental Issue, Socioeconomics, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Natural Resource Management, Stakeholder Management, Environmental Regulations, Labor Compliance, Stakeholder Communications, Land Management, Risk Management Framework, Governance Risk Management and Compliance

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • M

    MedCerts

    Pharmacy Technician Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Pharmacist Assistance, Pharmacy Information System, Medical Prescription, Pharmacy Operations, Pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals, Medication Dispensation, Drug Development, Medication Administration, Pharmaceutical Terminology, Medical Terminology

    4.5 stars, 85 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    Tableau Learning Partner

    Communicating Data Insights with Tableau

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Ad Hoc Reporting, Data Presentation, Dashboard, Dashboard Creation, Interactive Data Visualization, Storytelling, Tableau Software, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence, Presentations, Stakeholder Engagement

    4.7 stars, 78 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Unión Europea: Historia, Instituciones y Políticas

    Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Policy Analysis, Environmental Policy, Court Systems, International Relations, Public Safety and National Security, European History, Political Sciences, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Economics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Security Strategy, Economic Development, Diplomacy, Social Studies, Governance, Socioeconomics

    4.6 stars, 140 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Enfoques emergentes para medir la salud de la población

    Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Health Policy, Epidemiology, Public Health, Survey Creation, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Informatics, Data Collection, Health Assessment, Health Equity, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Disparities, Community Health, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Health Information Management, Health Technology, Data Quality, Medical Records, Diversity Awareness, Continuous Monitoring

    4.8 stars, 193 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Free
    Free
  • M

    Meta

    Database Clients

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Database Development, Django (Web Framework), Query Languages, Database Management, Database Application, SQL, Databases, Stored Procedure, Back-End Web Development, Python Programming, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Management

    4.3 stars, 98 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.3 (98) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Alibaba Cloud Academy

    Alibaba Cloud Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Plot (Graphics), Load Balancing, Data Visualization Software, Cloud Security, Network Security, Cloud Management, Cloud Computing, Cloud Hosting, Databases, Big Data, Database Management, General Networking, Apache Hadoop, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Platforms, Operating System Administration, Network Architecture, Apache Spark, Machine Learning

    4.6 stars, 145 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (145) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • 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, Safety Standards, Health Informatics, Advocacy, Health Assessment, Health Technology, Microbiology

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

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Securing Linux Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Linux Administration, Public Key Infrastructure, Linux, Linux Servers, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Firewall, Remote Access Systems, Operating System Administration, Linux Commands, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Network Security, Hardening, Security Controls, Infrastructure Security, Identity and Access Management, System Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Information Technology

    4.5 stars, 112 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Transformación digital de Gobiernos

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, Data Management, Big Data, Talent Management, Human Capital, Interoperability, Technology Strategies, Analytics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Data Security, Administration, Project Design, Public Policies, Data Governance, digital literacy, Policy Development, Public Administration, Process Improvement, Project Management

    4.8 stars, 148 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (148) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Duke University

    ART of the MOOC: Arte Público y Pedagogía

    Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Art History, Social Justice, Community Organizing, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Interactive Learning, Public Affairs, Education and Training, Liberal Arts, Social Impact, Community Development, Creativity, Advocacy, Culture

    4.6 stars, 129 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (129) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    IBM

    Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Bash (Scripting Language), Network Monitoring, Cyber Security Assessment, System Configuration, Digital Forensics

    4.7 stars, 67 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (67) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Marco de Política Ambiental y Social del BID: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Pharmacy Technician Essentials: MedCerts
  • Communicating Data Insights with Tableau: Tableau Learning Partner
  • Unión Europea: Historia, Instituciones y Políticas: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Enfoques emergentes para medir la salud de la población: Johns Hopkins University
  • Database Clients: Meta
  • Alibaba Cloud Computing: Alibaba Cloud Academy
  • Personalized Nutrition, Policy, and Food Regulations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Securing Linux Systems: LearnQuest
  • Transformación digital de Gobiernos: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

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