Politics courses can help you learn about political theory, governance structures, electoral systems, and public policy analysis. You can build skills in critical thinking, debate techniques, and effective communication strategies. Many courses introduce tools like data analysis software for interpreting political trends and survey tools for gauging public opinion, that support understanding voter behavior and shaping campaign strategies.

IE Business School
Skills you'll gain: Financial Policy, Economics, Economic Development, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Policies, Policy Development, Political Sciences, Tax, Policy Analysis, International Finance, Tax Management, Fiscal Management, Growth Strategies
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Copenhagen
Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, International Relations, Governance, World History, Policy Analysis, Sociology, Civil Law, Socioeconomics, Public Safety and National Security, European History, Economics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Case Law, Appeals, Court Systems, Adjudication, Legal Proceedings, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Public Policies, International Relations, Governance, Case Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Socioeconomics, Sociology, Culture, Sustainable Development, Social Sciences, Demography, Social Justice, International Relations, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, World History, Economic Development, Political Sciences, Governance, Case Studies, Economics, Digital Transformation, European History
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: International Relations, International Finance, World History, Diplomacy, Political Sciences, Economics, Economic Development, Strategic Partnership, Policy Analysis, Security Strategy, Governance, Science and Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Queen Mary University of London
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Change Management, Stakeholder Communications, Professional Networking, Matrix Management, Organizational Change, Organizational Leadership, Stakeholder Analysis, Leadership, Organizational Structure, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Influencing, Professional Development, Organizational Strategy, Relationship Building, Personal Development, Branding, Storytelling
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Programs, Climate Change Mitigation, Climate Change Adaptation, Social Impact, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Design, Mitigation, Driving engagement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Arizona
Skills you'll gain: Medicaid, Managed Care, Medicare, Care Management, Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Equity, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Systems, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Policy, Care Coordination, Policy Development, Long Term Care, Value-Based Care, Governance
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Public Affairs, Media and Communications, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Diplomacy, International Relations, Social Impact, Public History, Investigation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Columbia University
Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Sciences, Complex Problem Solving, Political Sciences, Systems Analysis, Persuasive Communication, Personal Development, Critical Thinking, Education and Training, Scientific Methods
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Community Organizing, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Advocacy, Environmental Laws, Public Policies, Social Sciences, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, International Relations, World History
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Architectural Design, Architecture and Construction, Architectural Engineering, Building Design, Civil Engineering, European History, World History, Aesthetics, Case Studies, Design Elements And Principles
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months