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Politics Courses

Politics courses can help you learn about political theory, governance structures, electoral systems, and public policy analysis. You can build skills in critical thinking, debate techniques, and effective communication strategies. Many courses introduce tools like data analysis software for interpreting political trends and survey tools for gauging public opinion, that support understanding voter behavior and shaping campaign strategies.

Popular Politics Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of London

    Global Diplomacy: the United Nations in the World

    Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, Crisis Intervention, Sustainable Development, Social and Human Services, Human Services, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Social Justice, Public Safety and National Security, Governance, Advocacy, Policy Analysis, World History, Case Studies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.9K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Understanding Political Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Critical Thinking, Case Studies, Research, Social Sciences, Governance, Sociology, Interactive Learning, Public Administration, Research Methodologies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    30 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Sciences Po

    Politics and Economics of International Energy

    Skills you'll gain: Oil and Gas, Petroleum Industry, Energy and Utilities, Climate Change Mitigation, International Relations, Environmental Issue, Electric Power Systems, Environment and Resource Management, Economic Development, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Policy, Economics, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Studies, Sustainable Technologies, Market Dynamics, Sustainable Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.9K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad

    Leadership Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership Studies, Leadership, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Leadership and Management, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Management Training And Development, Emotional Intelligence, Business Ethics, Culture Transformation, Strategic Leadership, Personal Development, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Influencing, Organizational Change, Organizational Effectiveness, Self-Awareness, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Mindfulness

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    2.2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Políticas Europeas Globales

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Environmental Issue, Environmental Policy, Public Safety and National Security, Diplomacy, Governance, Security Strategy, Economics, Strategic Partnership, Technology Strategies, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Socioeconomics, Policy Analysis, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Sustainable Development, Policy Development, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Revolutionary Ideas: Utility, Justice, Equality, Freedom

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Public Policies, Liberal Arts, Governance, Economics, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    370 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Corruption

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Case Studies, Risk Control, Compliance Management, Governance, Social Impact, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Policy Analysis, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Fraud detection, Social Sciences, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Analysis, Political Sciences, Psychology, Economic Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    552 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Law, Governance, and Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Development, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Political Sciences, Governance, Policy Analysis, Court Systems, International Relations, Public Policies, Social Justice, Economic Development, Public Administration, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Adjudication, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Economics

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    83 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    The Materiality of ESG Factors

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Risk Management Framework, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Portfolio Risk, Case Studies, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Workplace inclusivity, Corporate Sustainability, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Governance, Climate Change Programs, Investment Management, Sustainable Business, Waste Minimization, Investments, Finance

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.4K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Creo Incubator

    Navigating Internal Politics

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Relationship Building, Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Partnership, Stakeholder Communications, Influencing, Relationship Management, Internal Communications, Professional Networking, Conflict Management, Political Sciences, Collaboration, Organizational Effectiveness, Risk Analysis, Leadership Studies, Advocacy, Personal Integrity, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IE Business School

    فهم صنع السياسات الاقتصادية

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Policy, Economics, Economic Development, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Policies, Policy Development, Political Sciences, Tax, Policy Analysis, International Finance, Social Sciences, Fiscal Management, Growth Strategies, Gap Analysis

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    41 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Macquarie University

    Negotiation skills: Negotiate and resolve conflict

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Negotiation, Intercultural Competence, Stakeholder Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Relationship Management, Self-Awareness, Relationship Building, Communication Strategies, Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    847 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular politics courses

  • Global Diplomacy: the United Nations in the World: University of London
  • Understanding Political Concepts: Università di Napoli Federico II
  • Politics and Economics of International Energy: Sciences Po
  • Leadership Skills: IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad
  • Políticas Europeas Globales: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Revolutionary Ideas: Utility, Justice, Equality, Freedom: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Corruption: University of Pennsylvania
  • Law, Governance, and Public Policy: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • The Materiality of ESG Factors: University of Pennsylvania
  • Navigating Internal Politics: Creo Incubator

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