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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


  • G

    Google Cloud

    Predict Taxi Fare with a BigQuery ML Forecasting Model

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Big Data, Model Training, Predictive Modeling, Google Cloud Platform, Data Access, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Forecasting, Data Management, Machine Learning

    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Advanced Techniques in Data Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geospatial Mapping, Color Theory, Spatial Data Analysis, Tree Maps, Data Storytelling, Tableau Software, Data Mapping, Text Mining, Unstructured Data, Network Analysis, Graph Theory

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Pearson

    Cisco Certified Support Technician IT Support 100-140 Unit 8

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Malware Protection, Personally Identifiable Information, Threat Detection, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Vulnerability Scanning, Information Privacy, Data Security, Security Awareness, Human Factors (Security)

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    How to fulfill orders on Facebook

    Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Order Management, Order Fulfillment, Marketing, Order Processing, Product Marketing, Selling Techniques, Sales, Payment Processing, Payment Systems, Shipping and Receiving, E-Commerce, Social Media Marketing, Social Media

    ★ 4.6 (8) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity: What to Do When You Are a Victim

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Awareness, Computer Security Awareness Training, Personally Identifiable Information, Cyber Risk, Incident Management, Threat Detection, Information Privacy, Network Security, Multi-Factor Authentication

    ★ 5 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Mitigating the Human Impact on Wetlands

    Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Land Management, Hydrology, Environmental Laws, Natural Resource Management, Water Quality, Environmental Policy, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Environmental Science, Environmental Monitoring, Climate Change Adaptation, Mitigation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • V

    Voxy

    Intermediate English: The Media

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, English Language, Interviewing Skills, Oral Comprehension, Media and Communications, Interpersonal Communications, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Language Learning, Social Impact, Public Affairs, Grammar

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    Northwestern University

    ما هي وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي؟

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Management, Social Media Analytics, Digital Transformation, Marketing, Customer Relationship Building, Customer Engagement, Market Dynamics, Consumer Behaviour, Driving engagement, Drive Engagement, Stakeholder Engagement, Integrated Marketing Communications, Target Audience, Peer Review

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    YouTube Insights: Crack the Algorithm

    Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Content Strategy, Social Media Analytics, Content Creation, Social Media Content, Driving engagement, Social Media Marketing, Digital Content, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Content Optimization, Growth Strategies, Performance Analysis, Promotional Strategies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Sustainable Infrastructure on the Development Agenda

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Business, Sustainable Design, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainability Standards, Economic Development, Project Finance, Project Management, Environment, Environmental Policy, Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation

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

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Intercompany Transactions for Consolidated Reporting

    Skills you'll gain: Intercompany Accounting, Technical Accounting, Risk Analysis, Revenue Recognition, Corporate Accounting, International Financial Reporting Standards, Consolidation, Financial Reporting, Financial Controls

    ★ 4.7 (20) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Alberta

    Emotional Vitality in a Dynamic Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Recognizing Others, Conflict Management, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Employee Engagement, Relationship Management, Stress Management, Workforce Development, Self-Awareness, Resilience, Relationship Building, Human Resource Policies, Employee Training, Policy Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Predict Taxi Fare with a BigQuery ML Forecasting Model: Google Cloud
  • Advanced Techniques in Data Visualization: Johns Hopkins University
  • Cisco Certified Support Technician IT Support 100-140 Unit 8: Pearson
  • How to fulfill orders on Facebook: Coursera
  • Cybersecurity: What to Do When You Are a Victim: Kennesaw State University
  • Mitigating the Human Impact on Wetlands: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Intermediate English: The Media: Voxy
  • ما هي وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي؟: Northwestern University
  • YouTube Insights: Crack the Algorithm: Coursera
  • Sustainable Infrastructure on the Development Agenda: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

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