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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


  • C

    Codio

    Cloud Computing Primer: Platform as a Service (PaaS)

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Cloud Platforms, Public Cloud, Application Development, Application Deployment, Cloud Computing, Cloud Applications, Software As A Service, Private Cloud, DevOps, Agile Methodology

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Data Visualization: Analisi dei dati con Tableau

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Tableau Software, Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Peer Review, Dashboard Creation, Data Presentation, Data Integration, Geospatial Mapping, Spatial Analysis, Data Wrangling, Business Intelligence Software, Business Intelligence, Data Manipulation, Data Preprocessing, Data Transformation, Data Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Toronto

    Stratégies de communication à l’ère du virtuel

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Communication, Business Communication, Persuasive Communication, Meeting Facilitation, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Influencing, Public Speaking, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Virtual Teams, Negotiation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Università Bocconi

    Financing the development and evolution of infrastructure

    Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Project Risk Management, Investments, Contract Management, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Finance, Investment Management, Economic Development, Corporate Finance, Risk Management, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Climate Change Mitigation, Emerging Technologies

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Cross-border road transport in EU law context

    Skills you'll gain: Transportation Operations, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Case Law, Labor Compliance, Labor Law, Labor Relations, Case Studies, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Employee Relations, Civil Law, Workers Compensation, Coordination, Benefits Administration

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    How to optimize your Instagram Business Profile

    Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Content Scheduling, Facebook, Social Media Content, Content Strategy, Social Media, Social Media Management, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Target Audience, Branding

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of Leeds

    Create a Professional Online Presence

    Skills you'll gain: Web Presence, Professional Development, Professionalism, digital literacy, Web Content, Relationship Building, Content Management, System Configuration, Information Privacy, General Networking, Planning, Communication Strategies, Action Oriented

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Skills for a Modern Entrepreneur or Business Owner

    Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Emotional Intelligence, Sales Presentations, Business Planning, Target Market, Productivity, Financial Statements, Financial Acumen, Relationship Management, User Research, Target Audience, Marketing, Marketing Planning, Microsoft Excel, Content Marketing, Financial Analysis, Market Research, Social Media Strategy, Digital Marketing, Data Visualization

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Crea Gráficos para las Redes Sociales con Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Instagram, Social Media Content, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Organizational Skills, Marketing Design, Collaborative Software, Social Media Strategy, Creative Design, Design Elements And Principles, Shared Media, Typography, Color Theory, Business Strategy

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • I

    ISC2

    Privacy and Security for Healthcare Organizations​

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Cyber Security Strategy, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Information Privacy, Security Awareness, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Cyber Attacks, Information Assurance, Security Controls, Health Information Management, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Computer Security Awareness Training, Data Sharing, Security Strategy, Authorization (Computing), Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care Procedure and Regulation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Dashboarding and Deployment

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Market Data, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, Application Deployment, Network Analysis, Financial Data, Financial Analysis

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    L’engagement efficace de la société civile dans le développement

    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Sustainable Development, Social Impact, Philanthropy, Advocacy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Public Policies, Stakeholder Engagement, Governance, Policy Development, Regulatory Requirements, Policy Analysis, Program Implementation, International Relations, Organizational Effectiveness, Accountability

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Cloud Computing Primer: Platform as a Service (PaaS): Codio
  • Data Visualization: Analisi dei dati con Tableau: Università di Napoli Federico II
  • Stratégies de communication à l’ère du virtuel: University of Toronto
  • Financing the development and evolution of infrastructure: Università Bocconi
  • Cross-border road transport in EU law context: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • How to optimize your Instagram Business Profile: Coursera
  • Create a Professional Online Presence: University of Leeds
  • Skills for a Modern Entrepreneur or Business Owner: Packt
  • Crea Gráficos para las Redes Sociales con Canva: Coursera
  • Privacy and Security for Healthcare Organizations​: ISC2

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