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.

ISC2
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Zero Trust Network Access, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Cloud Solutions, Risk Mitigation, Cloud Platforms, Security Controls, Security Strategy, Legal Risk, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Information Privacy, Auditing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Target Audience, Social Media Marketing, Content Marketing, Goal Setting, Social Media Strategy, Social Media, Marketing, Marketing Planning, Drive Engagement, Writing, Business Strategy
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Columbia University
Skills you'll gain: Blended Learning, Education Software and Technology, Student Engagement, Learning Management Systems, Digital Transformation, Curriculum Development, Teaching, Content Management Systems, Web Design and Development, Live Streaming, Planning, Research, Auditing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Analytics, Marketing, Data Analysis, Resource Utilization, Marketing Effectiveness, Registration, Statistical Methods, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Health Care Administration, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Patient Safety, Decision Making, Risk Management, Critical Thinking, Conflict Management, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategy, Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Diversity Awareness, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Socioeconomics, Public History, World History, Political Sciences
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Application Security, Network Security, Data Security, Security Engineering, Secure Coding, Information Systems Security, Infrastructure Security, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Assessments
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

ESSEC Business School
Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Sustainable Development, Business Transformation, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Political Sciences, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Environmental Resource Management, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Adaptability, Community Development, Cultural Diversity, Governance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Expense Management, Small Business Accounting, Accounts Payable, Inventory Management System, Accounting and Finance Software, Payment Processing, Invoicing, Payroll Processing, Vendor Management, Accounting, Cloud Security, Data Security, Order Processing, Purchasing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Professional Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Community Organizing, Leadership, Sustainable Systems, Leadership Development, Environmental Issue, Personal Development, Environment and Resource Management, Visionary, Innovation, Decision Making, Empowerment, Collaboration, Goal Setting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Make.com, LinkedIn, Marketing Automation, Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Application Programming Interface (API), Generative AI, Content Creation, Automation, API Gateway, Artificial Intelligence, Content Marketing, Prompt Engineering, Digital Marketing, Workflow Management
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Network Security, Internet Of Things, Identity and Access Management, Encryption, Security Engineering, Infrastructure Security, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, Cloud Solutions, Systems Architecture, Cryptography, Information Privacy
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks