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Policy Analysis Courses

Policy analysis courses can help you learn data collection techniques, cost-benefit analysis, stakeholder engagement, and evaluation frameworks. You can build skills in critical thinking, quantitative analysis, and effective communication of policy recommendations. Many courses introduce tools like statistical software for data analysis, GIS for spatial analysis, and simulation models to assess policy impacts, illustrating how these skills are applied in real-world policy-making scenarios.

Popular Policy Analysis Courses and Certifications


  • N

    National Taiwan University

    基礎光學一 (Introduction to Optics (1))

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Laboratory Experience, Experimentation, Physics, Laboratory Equipment, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Mathematical Modeling, Physical Science, Applied Mathematics

    4.6 stars, 71 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (71) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Using Descriptive Statistics to Analyze Data in R

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Programming, R Programming, R (Software), Statistical Reporting, Data Quality, Data Preprocessing, Data Cleansing, Statistics, Data Processing, Statistical Methods, Statistical Software, Data Analysis Software, Statistical Analysis, Data Import/Export

    4.6 stars, 93 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Foundations of Autonomous Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Mathematical Modeling, Model Based Systems Engineering, Systems Design, Theoretical Computer Science, Verification And Validation, System Requirements, Systems Architecture, Automation Engineering, Functional Specification, Agentic systems, Control Systems, Mechanics, Requirements Analysis, Systems Analysis, Safety Assurance, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Differential Equations, Algorithms

    3.5 stars, 39 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 3.5 (39) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Accounting for Mergers and Acquisitions: Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Mergers & Acquisitions, Intercompany Accounting, Equities, Corporate Accounting, Investment Banking, Investments, Technical Accounting, Financial Accounting, Business Valuation, Accounting, Standard Accounting Practices, Financial Reporting, Financial Statement Analysis, Consolidation, Financial Statements

    4.7 stars, 51 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (51) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Logistics Excellence

    Skills you'll gain: Logistics, Logistics Management, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Warehouse Management, Supply Chain Management, Warehousing, Warehouse Operations, Supply Chain, Transportation Management, Supply Chain Systems, Inventory and Warehousing, Order Delivery, Transportation Operations, Order Fulfillment, Relationship Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Supplier Management, Cash Flows, Complex Problem Solving

    4.8 stars, 93 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (93) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Cybersecurity in the Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cloud Security, Authentications, Key Management, Data Security, Cloud Applications, Cloud Development, Cloud Services, Application Security, Authorization (Computing), Cyber Risk, Secure Coding, Cloud Storage, Personally Identifiable Information, DevSecOps, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Network Security, Information Privacy, Computer Security, Cryptography

    4.3 stars, 172 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.3 (172) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Washington

    Essential Marketing Frameworks

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Psychology, Market Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing, Market Opportunities, Market Research, Marketing Planning, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Competitive Analysis, Target Audience, Proposal Development, Customer Analysis, Marketing Channel, Business-To-Consumer, Cross-Channel Marketing, Proposal Writing, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.8 stars, 36 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (36) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Sourcing Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management, Supplier Management, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Supplier Performance Management, Supply Management, Supply Chain Management, Benchmarking, Business Analytics, Contract Negotiation, Analytics, Business Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Data Analysis, Financial Analysis, Data Storytelling

    4.6 stars, 26 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (26) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Sustainability Reporting: From Regulation to Implementation

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainability Reporting, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Business Reporting, Data Storytelling, Compliance Reporting, Data Visualization, Performance Reporting, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Regulations, Stakeholder Communications, Strategic Communication, Corporate Communications, Regulatory Requirements, Stakeholder Engagement, Environmental Issue, Report Writing, Auditors Report, Return On Investment

    4.7 stars, 47 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (47) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft SC-900 Exam Preparation and Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Azure Active Directory, Active Directory, Authentications, Security Controls, Cloud Security, Identity and Access Management, Network Security, Computer Security, Security Management, Data Security, Regulatory Compliance, AI Security, Multi-Factor Authentication, Cyber Governance, Cyber Risk, Data Governance, Authorization (Computing), Microsoft Azure, Generative AI, Threat Detection

    4.8 stars, 177 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (177) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • K

    KodeKloud

    DevOps Prerequisite Course

    Skills you'll gain: Network Administration, DevOps, Software Development Tools, Networking Hardware, Network Troubleshooting, Command-Line Interface, Web Development, Cloud Applications, Development Environment, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Network Routers, Virtual Machines, Virtual Environment, Virtualization, Dependency Analysis, Software Development

    4.7 stars, 127 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (127) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • W

    Whizlabs

    Exam Prep PL-300: Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Associate

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Dashboard Creation, Power BI, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Intelligence, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Data Transformation, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Modeling, Star Schema, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Processing, Interactive Data Visualization, Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Excel, Data Management, Data Analysis, Advanced Analytics

    4.4 stars, 34 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (34) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular policy analysis courses

  • 基礎光學一 (Introduction to Optics (1)): National Taiwan University
  • Using Descriptive Statistics to Analyze Data in R: Coursera
  • Foundations of Autonomous Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Accounting for Mergers and Acquisitions: Foundations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Logistics Excellence: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Cybersecurity in the Cloud: University of Minnesota
  • Essential Marketing Frameworks: University of Washington
  • Sourcing Analytics: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Sustainability Reporting: From Regulation to Implementation: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Microsoft SC-900 Exam Preparation and Practice: Microsoft

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