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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 Maryland, College Park

    Cybersecurity Risk Management Across Critical Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Risk, Risk Management, Cyber Governance, Cyber Attacks, Stakeholder Engagement, Risk Mitigation, Business Risk Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Management Framework, Stakeholder Communications, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Stakeholder Management, Information Systems Security, Risk Analysis, Risk Modeling, Governance, Strategic Communication, Information Privacy

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

  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    App Development With AI. Plus, App Marketing And Monetization - 2026

    Skills you'll gain: Instagram, TikTok, Debugging, Keyword Research, Podcasting, Video Production, Vibe coding, Prototyping, Social Media Content, Social Media Management, Shared Media, Social Media Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Copywriting, Mobile Development, Paid media, Business Planning, Mobile Development Tools, Earned Media, Other Mobile Programming Languages

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Create social media content with Prezi

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Content, Social Media, Presentations, Social Media Marketing, Content Creation, Instagram, Facebook, Content Marketing, LinkedIn, Marketing Materials, Digital Marketing, Graphic Design

    ★ 4.1 (43) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • P

    Packt

    Mastering ISO 27001 Controls: Implementation and Auditing

    Skills you'll gain: ISO/IEC 27001, Auditing, Audit Planning, Security Controls, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Information Systems Security, Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Security Requirements Analysis, Identity and Access Management, Record Keeping, Information Technology

    ★ 4 (7) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Pillar #3: Drug Effectiveness - Real-World Evidence

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacology, Medical Science and Research, Epidemiology, Scientific Methods, Statistical Methods, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Regression Analysis, Logistic Regression

    ★ 4.5 (13) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to PicsArt for Social Media Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Content, Social Media Strategy, Photo Editing, Marketing, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Graphics Software, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphical Tools, Graphic Design, Computer Graphic Techniques, Entrepreneurship, Business

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

  • B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    La era digital en América Latina y el Caribe

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Big Data, Analytics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Policies, digital literacy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Economic Development, Business Transformation, Technology Strategies, Entrepreneurship, Internet Of Things, Emerging Technologies, New Business Development, Governance

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

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to Social Determinants of Health

    Skills you'll gain: Social Determinants Of Health, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Health Policy, Systems Thinking, Health Informatics, Public Health, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Justice, Community Health, Health Systems, Social Impact, R (Software), Data Analysis, Data Literacy, R Programming, Data Visualization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Diversity Awareness

    ★ 4.7 (15) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Business Economics

    Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Game Theory, Business Ethics, Production Process, Business, Cost Accounting, Economic Development, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Market Analysis, Business Management, Financial Systems, Revenue Management, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Strategic Decision-Making

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • W

    Wesleyan University

    Designing and Building Institutional Anti-Racist Spaces

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Training, Diversity Awareness, Workplace inclusivity, Systems Thinking, Cultural Responsiveness, Community Organizing, Litigation and Civil Justice, Cultural Diversity, Policy Analysis, Program Evaluation, Storytelling

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

  • S

    Sciences Po

    Cities are back in town : sociologie urbaine pour un monde globalisé

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

    ★ 4.2 (38) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Global Arctic

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Sustainable Development, Climate Change Programs, Governance, Socioeconomics, Environment, Cultural Sensitivity, Economic Development, Political Sciences, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Policy, Oil and Gas, World History, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Science, European History, Petroleum Industry, Energy and Utilities, Anthropology

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

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

  • Cybersecurity Risk Management Across Critical Systems: University of Maryland, College Park
  • App Development With AI. Plus, App Marketing And Monetization - 2026: Alex Genadinik
  • Create social media content with Prezi : Coursera
  • Mastering ISO 27001 Controls: Implementation and Auditing: Packt
  • Pillar #3: Drug Effectiveness - Real-World Evidence: Johns Hopkins University
  • Introduction to PicsArt for Social Media Marketing: Coursera
  • La era digital en América Latina y el Caribe: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Introduction to Social Determinants of Health: University of Minnesota
  • Business Economics: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Designing and Building Institutional Anti-Racist Spaces: Wesleyan University

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