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Public Policy Courses

Public policy courses can help you learn policy analysis, program evaluation, stakeholder engagement, and the legislative process. You can build skills in data interpretation, strategic planning, and effective communication with diverse audiences. Many courses introduce tools like statistical software for data analysis, policy simulation models, and frameworks for assessing social impact, all of that support crafting informed and effective public policies.

Popular Public Policy Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    #talkmentalillness

    Skills you'll gain: Community Mental Health Services, Mental Health, Mental Health Therapies, Health Disparities, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Cultural Responsiveness, Culture, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychology, Health Equity, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cultural Diversity, Behavioral Health, Cultural Sensitivity, Substance Abuse, Research

    ★ 4.5 (53) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Getting Started with ProfitBooks

    Skills you'll gain: Invoicing, Billing & Invoicing, Inventory Management, Inventory Management System, Tax Management, Accounting Software, Customer Relationship Management, Billing, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Sales Tax, Small Business Accounting, Accounting and Finance Software, Accounting, Security Controls, Payroll Systems

    ★ 4.5 (83) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • P

    Packt

    Security Architecture and Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Security Controls, Cryptography, Security Engineering, Application Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Information Systems Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Vulnerability Management, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Security, Computer Security, Public Key Infrastructure, Cyber Security Assessment, Data Integrity

    ★ 4.8 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Prospectiva jurídica

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Risk, Legal Research, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Policy Analysis, Research Methodologies, Trend Analysis, Systems Thinking, Social Justice, AI literacy, Qualitative Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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

  • B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Diseño de proyectos de gobierno digital

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Talent Management, Workforce Development, Human Capital, Business Transformation, Technology Strategies, Cybersecurity, Administration, Project Design, Data Governance, Policy Development, Data Integration, Public Administration, Service Design, Cyber Security Strategy, Governance, Program Evaluation, Strategic Planning, Process Improvement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

    ★ 4.9 (27) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Advancing Women in Tech

    Acing the Product Management Interview

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Performance Management, Interviewing Skills, Product Management, Branding, Workforce Development, Amazon Web Services, Recruitment

    ★ 4.6 (125) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    The University of Notre Dame

    Ethics of Technology

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Analytics, Analytical Skills, Responsible AI, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Machine Learning, Business Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Information Privacy, Artificial Intelligence, Predictive Analytics, Social Justice, Case Studies

    ★ 4.6 (49) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Peking University

    Health Care and Promotion for Infants and Toddlers

    Skills you'll gain: Pediatric Nursing, Infant Care, Pediatrics, Child Health, Pediatric First Aid, Nutrition and Diet, Nursing Care, Working With Children, Clinical Nutrition, Oral Health, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Toileting, Infectious Diseases, Dental Care, Respiratory Care, Airway Management, Immunology, Infection Control, Heimlich Maneuver

    ★ 4.9 (21) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Fundamentals of Cloud Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Scalability, Cloud Platforms, Public Cloud, Software As A Service, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Management, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Private Cloud, Hybrid Cloud Computing

    ★ 3.7 (44) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    African cities : An Introduction to Urban Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Public Works, Land Development, Governance, Climate Change Adaptation, Land Management, Community Development, Environmental Issue, Operational Analysis, Cost Management, Sustainable Development, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Economic Development, Project Finance, Spatial Analysis, Transportation Operations, Finance, Demography

    ★ 4.8 (20) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Translating Basic Research into Research for Humans

    Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Clinical Research, Drug Development, Clinical Trials, Medical Science and Research, Biomedical Technology, Pharmaceuticals, Laboratory Research, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Health Policy, Research, Biology, Biochemistry, Scientific Methods, Research Methodologies

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

  • S

    SkillUp

    Blockchain and Cryptography Overview

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Data Security, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cyber Risk, Data Integrity, Transaction Processing

    ★ 5 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • #talkmentalillness: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Getting Started with ProfitBooks : Coursera
  • Security Architecture and Engineering: Packt
  • Prospectiva jurídica: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Diseño de proyectos de gobierno digital: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Acing the Product Management Interview: Advancing Women in Tech
  • Ethics of Technology: The University of Notre Dame
  • Health Care and Promotion for Infants and Toddlers: Peking University
  • Fundamentals of Cloud Computing: LearnQuest
  • African cities : An Introduction to Urban Planning: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

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