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.

Universitat Politècnica de València
Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Disabilities, Adaptive Equipment, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Applications, Visual Impairment Education, Web Design, User Interface (UI), Digital Design, Diversity Awareness, Android (Operating System), Apple iOS, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Income Statement, Business Valuation, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Balance Sheet, Fundraising, Investment Banking, Financial Modeling, Corporate Finance
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Risk, Security Awareness, Information Systems Security, Human Factors (Security), Computer Security, Malware Protection, Public Safety and National Security, Infrastructure Security, Data Security, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Risk Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Content Scheduling, Social Media Content, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Management, Content Creation, Digital Marketing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Google - Spectrum Sharing
Skills you'll gain: Software Installation, Wireless Networks, Public Key Infrastructure, General Networking, Network Infrastructure, Communication Systems, Data Sharing, Global Positioning Systems, Telecommunications, System Configuration, System Requirements, Network Planning And Design, Verification And Validation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, System Configuration, Enterprise Application Management, Group Policy, User Accounts, Security Controls
Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Meta Ads Manager, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Marketing Budgets, Advertising Campaigns, Online Advertising, Social Media Management, Campaign Planning, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Analytics, Marketing, Customer Engagement
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Virtual Networking, IT Automation, Computer Networking, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud-Based Integration, Software-Defined Networking, Automation, Google Cloud Platform, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Cloud Security, Cloud Applications, Wide Area Networks
Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Data Pipelines, Big Data, Data Visualization, Email Automation, Scientific Visualization, Data Processing, Kubernetes, Data Analysis, Microservices, Application Development
Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Visual Storytelling, Storytelling, Content Creation, Marketing Design, Facebook, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Social Media, Social Media Content, Graphic Design, Social Media Marketing, Shared Media, Marketing Collateral, Promotional Strategies
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Geneva
Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Climate Change Programs, Environmental Policy, Diplomacy, Environmental Issue, Mitigation, International Relations, Sustainable Development, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Environmental Regulations, Legal Strategy, Lobbying, Science and Research, Social Justice, Environmental Science
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Cost Management, Billing, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Operating Cost, Cloud Management, Cost Control, Google Sheets, Data Visualization, User Accounts, Billing & Invoicing, Public Cloud, Spreadsheet Software, Resource Management, Identity and Access Management, Data Import/Export, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Query Languages, Microservices
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks