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.

LearnKartS
Skills you'll gain: Content Creation, Target Audience, Content Marketing, Storytelling, Digital Publishing, Brand Strategy, Blogs, Content Strategy, Performance Measurement, Promotional Strategies, Persona Development, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Video Production, ChatGPT, Brainstorming
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Storytelling, Editing, Constructive Feedback, Proofreading, Literacy, Creative Thinking, Goal Setting, Self-Discipline, Overcoming Obstacles, Critical Thinking
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months
IE Business School
Skills you'll gain: Marketing Communications, Integrated Marketing Communications, Product Lifecycle Management, Customer experience strategy (CX), Peer Review, Advertising, Brand Strategy, Brand Management, Brand Loyalty, Branding, Marketing, Brand Awareness, Product Management, Public Relations, Product Strategy, Revenue Management, Retail Management, Marketing Channel, Strategic Marketing, Supply Chain Planning
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Florida
Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Water Quality, Water Resource Management, Hydrology, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Regulations, Sustainable Development, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Science
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Yonsei University
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Community Development, Socioeconomics, Environmental Policy, Sustainability Standards, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, International Relations, Social Justice, Strategic Partnership, Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Empowerment, Governance, Innovation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Content Performance Analysis, Marketing and Public Relations, Customer Insights, Content Development and Management, Proofreading, Public Relations, Integrated Marketing Communications, Customer Analysis, Content Creation, Marketing Communications, Persona Development, Writing and Editing, Content Management, Web Content, Storytelling, Content Strategy, Generative AI, Marketing Strategies
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Design Thinking, Change Management, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Leadership, Conflict Management, Performance Measurement, Systems Thinking, Solution Design, Health Systems, Data Analysis, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Risk Analysis, Value-Based Care, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Improvement, Risk Management, Data Analysis Software, Project Planning, Patient-centered Care
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Management, Professional Networking, LinkedIn, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Facebook, Trustworthiness, Instagram, Digital Media Strategy, Social Network Analysis, Professional Development, Safety and Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Digital Marketing, Cybersecurity, Content Creation, Digital Communications, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Washington
Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Drive Engagement, Constructive Feedback, Communication Strategies, Stress Management, Leadership and Management, Human Learning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Koç University
Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Communication Strategies, Personal Development
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Data Structures, Graph Theory, Operations Research, Theoretical Computer Science, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Cryptography, Programming Principles, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Tree Maps, Encryption, Python Programming, Mathematical Modeling, Data Science, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Design Strategies
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Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Community Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Systems, Public Health, Health Policy, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Social Justice, Health Care, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Diversity
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months