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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


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    Packt

    Deep Reinforcement Learning Hands-On

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Reinforcement Learning, Deep Learning, Model Optimization, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Fine-tuning, Model Training, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Applied Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Performance Tuning, Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Data Analysis

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Design engaging Facebook / Instagram Stories with Visme

    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

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    Google Cloud

    Provision Services with Google Cloud Marketplace

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Hosting, Application Deployment, Public Cloud, Database Management, Database Software, Cloud Computing, Cloud Management

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Mise en route avec Facebook Commerce Manager

    Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Social Media Management, E-Commerce, Social Media, Commercialization, Sales Management, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Business

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Optimize AI: Fine-Tune & Maximize Accuracy

    Skills you'll gain: Fine-tuning, Vision Transformer (ViT), Model Deployment, Model Optimization, Model Training, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Keras (Neural Network Library), Predictive Modeling

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Set Up and Configure a Cloud Environment in Google Cloud - AWS: Challenge Lab

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Development, Cloud Applications, Public Cloud

    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

    Sostenibilidad social

    Skills you'll gain: Governance, Social Impact, Social Justice, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Sustainable Development, Social Determinants Of Health, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Awareness, Health Equity, Public Health, Community Development, Public Policies, Community Organizing, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Strategic Planning, Policy Analysis, Intercultural Competence

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Flick Social for Beginners: Accelerating Social Media Output

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Campaigns, Content Scheduling, Social Media Management, Social Media, Social Media Content, Instagram, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Keyword Research, Campaign Management, Digital Marketing Tools, Campaign Planning, Target Market, Driving engagement, User Accounts

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Conversión energética: Innovación, análisis y comunidades

    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Sustainable Technologies, Climate Change Mitigation, Electric Power Systems, Systems Analysis, Decision Intelligence, Simulation and Simulation Software, Electrical Power, Electrical Systems, Sustainable Systems, AI Enablement, Engineering Analysis, Environmental Issue, Social Impact, Pollution Prevention, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Simulations, Community Development, Case Studies, Artificial Intelligence

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Protect Privacy & Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Regulatory Compliance, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Ethics, Compliance Management, Responsible AI, Compliance Auditing, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Analytical Skills, Gap Analysis, Prioritization

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Cybersecurity: Overlooked Threats to Your Strategy

    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

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    LearnQuest

    Mastering Security Management with CDO

    Skills you'll gain: Event Monitoring, Security Strategy, Incident Response, Security Management, Cyber Security Policies, Command-Line Interface, System Monitoring, Configuration Management, User Interface (UI), Simulations

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Deep Reinforcement Learning Hands-On: Packt
  • Design engaging Facebook / Instagram Stories with Visme: Coursera
  • Provision Services with Google Cloud Marketplace: Google Cloud
  • Mise en route avec Facebook Commerce Manager: Coursera
  • Optimize AI: Fine-Tune & Maximize Accuracy: Coursera
  • Set Up and Configure a Cloud Environment in Google Cloud - AWS: Challenge Lab: Google Cloud
  • Sostenibilidad social: Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea
  • Flick Social for Beginners: Accelerating Social Media Output: Coursera
  • Conversión energética: Innovación, análisis y comunidades: Universidad de los Andes
  • Protect Privacy & Compliance: Coursera

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