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Policy courses can help you learn about public policy analysis, regulatory frameworks, and advocacy strategies. You can build skills in data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and effective communication to influence decision-making processes. Many courses introduce tools such as policy simulation software, data visualization platforms, and statistical analysis programs that aid in evaluating policy impacts and crafting evidence-based recommendations.

Popular Policy Courses and Certifications


  • M

    Microsoft

    Cloud Native & IaC Management

    Skills you'll gain: Terraform, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud-Native Computing, DevSecOps, Kubernetes, Hardening, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Management, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Engineering, Infrastructure Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, Generative AI, Microsoft Azure, Containerization, Code Reusability, Secure Coding, Security Controls, Configuration Management, Cryptographic Protocols

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • M

    Microsoft

    Ethics and Responsible Change

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications, Data Ethics, Compliance Management, Leadership Studies, Business Ethics, Governance, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Business Leadership, Compliance Reporting, Change Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Accountability Frameworks, Leadership and Management, Risk Management, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Visio

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
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  • E

    EDUCBA

    Secure Infrastructure & Virtualization

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Incident Management, Data Centers, Computer Security Incident Management, vSphere Networking and Storage, DevSecOps, Continuous Monitoring, Threat Detection, Infrastructure Security, VMware ESX Servers, Virtual Networking, System Monitoring, Data Security, Virtualization, Network Monitoring, Enterprise Security, Event Monitoring, Network Security, Encryption, Dashboard

    4.9 stars, 55 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.9 (55) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Status: Free trial
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  • W

    Whizlabs

    Microsoft Azure Security, Governance & Cloud Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Azure DevOps, Cloud Management, Cloud Hosting, Cloud Engineering, Application Deployment, Azure DevOps Pipelines, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Cloud Computing, Cloud-Native Computing, DevOps, Containerization, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Cloud Services, Cloud Deployment, Database Administration, System Monitoring, Devops Tools, Databases, Cloud Security

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Survey Data Collection and Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Sample Size Determination, Surveys, Survey Creation, Data Synthesis, Research Methodologies, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Data Collection, Statistical Software, Interviewing Skills, Research Design, STATA (Software), R (Software), Data Integration, Data Validation, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Statistical Programming, R Programming

    4.4 stars, 1.5K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (1.5K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    AI CERTs

    Microsoft 365 Copilot for HR and People Operations

    Skills you'll gain: HR Tech, Human Resources Software, Microsoft Copilot, Prompt Engineering, Human Resources, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resource Strategy, AI Enablement, Data Ethics, Workforce Planning, People Analytics, Microsoft 365, Human Resource Policies, AI Workflows, Compliance Training, Talent Management, Employee Engagement, Power BI, Performance Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Fundamentals of Secure Software Design

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Application Security, Secure Coding, Threat Modeling, IT Security Architecture, DevSecOps, OAuth, Security Architecture Review, Security Requirements Analysis, Application Programming Interface (API), Authentications, Security Testing, AI Integrations, Security Strategy, NIST 800-53, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Security Awareness, Python Programming, Javascript

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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  • M

    Madecraft

    Practical Privacy for Products and Services

    Skills you'll gain: Information Privacy, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Personally Identifiable Information, Data Governance, Data Management, Data Ethics, Data Security, Record Keeping, Data Processing, Data Mapping, Compliance Training, Records Management, Security Controls, Responsible AI, Risk Analysis, Information Systems Security, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Governance, Risk Mitigation, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    British Standards Institution

    ISO/IEC 27400 Cybersecurity - IoT Security & Privacy Intro

    Skills you'll gain: Security Controls, Internet Of Things, Information Privacy, Cyber Governance, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, Personally Identifiable Information, Security Management, Cyber Risk, Vulnerability Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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  • M

    Microsoft

    Launch Your AI Governance Career

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Responsible AI, AI Security, Governance, Persuasive Communication, Data Ethics, Information Technology, Cyber Governance, Data Governance, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Compliance Management, Interviewing Skills, Technical Communication, Decision Making, Security Architecture Review, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Accountability Frameworks, Personal Development, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Information Privacy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Sage Publications

    Get Your Data From Social Media

    Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Research Design, Research Methodologies, Research, Qualitative Research, Data Ethics, Data Collection, Social Media Analytics, Data Capture, Web Scraping, Informed Consent, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Management, Information Privacy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    Infosec

    Information Privacy Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Federal Information Security Management Act, Medical Privacy, Information Privacy, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, NIST 800-53, Personally Identifiable Information, Health Information Management, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Data Governance, Cyber Governance, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Compliance Management, Regulatory Compliance, Data Security, Information Systems Security, ISO/IEC 27001, Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standards, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Credit/Debit Card Processing

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular policy courses

  • Cloud Native & IaC Management: Microsoft
  • Ethics and Responsible Change: Microsoft
  • Secure Infrastructure & Virtualization: EDUCBA
  • Microsoft Azure Security, Governance & Cloud Operations: Whizlabs
  • Survey Data Collection and Analytics: University of Michigan
  • Microsoft 365 Copilot for HR and People Operations: AI CERTs
  • Fundamentals of Secure Software Design: STARWEAVER
  • Practical Privacy for Products and Services: Madecraft
  • ISO/IEC 27400 Cybersecurity - IoT Security & Privacy Intro: British Standards Institution
  • Launch Your AI Governance Career: Microsoft

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