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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

    Coursera

    Instagram Insights: Crack the Algorithm

    Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Social Media Content, Content Creation, Driving engagement, Content Performance Analysis, Content Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Analytics, Content Optimization

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    CertNexus

    IoT Security: Privacy, Software, and Physical Security

    Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Patch Management, Data Security, Information Systems Security, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Endpoint Security, Cyber Attacks, Internet Of Things, Mobile Security, Hardening, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Personally Identifiable Information, Network Security, Information Privacy, Vulnerability Management, Data Storage, Operating Systems, Cloud Services, Cloud Platforms

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Alfaisal University | KLD

    الاقتصاد الجزئي: قوة الأسواق | Microeconomics

    Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Market Dynamics, Economics, Market Analysis, Public Policies, Consumer Behaviour, Demand Planning, Cost Benefit Analysis, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    Eindhoven University of Technology

    MaaS: Adoption and Use

    Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Service Design, Transportation Operations, Policy Analysis, Feasibility Studies, Sustainable Development, Data Collection, Driving engagement, Customer Analysis, Surveys, Research Methodologies, Market Opportunities, Consumer Behaviour

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Translate Text with the Cloud Translation API

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud API, Google Cloud Platform, Application Programming Interface (API), Multilingualism, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Public Cloud, Cloud-Based Integration, Cloud Computing

    ★ 3.9 (7) · Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of Glasgow

    Knowledge-First Social Epistemology

    Skills you'll gain: Media and Communications, Peer Review, Research, Cultural Responsiveness, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Impact, Social Sciences

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Las personas, la tecnología y el futuro de la movilidad

    Skills you'll gain: Automation, Socioeconomics, AI Security, Environmental Issue, Emerging Technologies, Sustainable Technologies, Policy Analysis, Transportation Operations, Social Sciences, Health Equity, Electric Power Systems, Social Studies, Environment, Energy and Utilities, Electrical Equipment, Sustainable Development, Traffic Flow Optimization, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Climate Change Mitigation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Troubleshooting Common SQL Errors with BigQuery

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Data Validation, Data Access, Query Languages, Data Analysis, Google Analytics

    ★ 4.8 (6) · Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • S

    Special Competitive Studies Project

    Fusion Explained: The Geopolitics and Future of Energy

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Energy and Utilities, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Regulatory Affairs, Electrical Power, Economics, Public Safety and National Security, Emerging Technologies, General Finance, Competitive Analysis, Commercialization

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    A Practical Approach to Timeseries Forecasting Using Python

    Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Forecasting, Model Optimization, Predictive Analytics, Data Preprocessing, Statistical Modeling, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning Methods, Data Processing, Feature Engineering, Data Visualization Software

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Columbia University

    Blended Learning Toolkit

    Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Blended Learning, Education Software and Technology, Student Engagement, Learning Management Systems, Digital Transformation, Collaborative Software, Curriculum Development, Teaching, digital literacy, Content Management Systems, Web Design and Development, Web Presence, Content Management, Planning, Research, Auditing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universidade de São Paulo

    II. Missões Jesuíticas nos territórios guaranis: o cotidiano

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Art History, Public History, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Culture, Social Sciences, Medical Science and Research, World History, Music History, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, European History, Science and Research, Education and Training, Music

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Instagram Insights: Crack the Algorithm: Coursera
  • IoT Security: Privacy, Software, and Physical Security: CertNexus
  • الاقتصاد الجزئي: قوة الأسواق | Microeconomics: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • MaaS: Adoption and Use : Eindhoven University of Technology
  • Translate Text with the Cloud Translation API: Google Cloud
  • Knowledge-First Social Epistemology: University of Glasgow
  • Las personas, la tecnología y el futuro de la movilidad: University of Michigan
  • Troubleshooting Common SQL Errors with BigQuery: Google Cloud
  • Fusion Explained: The Geopolitics and Future of Energy: Special Competitive Studies Project
  • A Practical Approach to Timeseries Forecasting Using Python: Packt

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