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.

Northwestern University
Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Target Audience, Social Media Strategy, Digital Transformation, Professional Networking, Social Media Analytics, Marketing Strategies, Social Network Analysis, Community Development
★ 4.6 (4.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Pharmaceuticals, Health Systems, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Managed Care, Health Care, Drug Development, Medical Billing, Medical Management, Health Care Administration, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Medicaid, Medicare, Health Policy, Care Management, Value-Based Care, Hospital Admissions, Hospital Medicine, Ethical Standards And Conduct
★ 4.7 (1.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Communication, Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Communication, Presentations, Storytelling, Trustworthiness, Communication Strategies, Goal Setting, Professional Development, Constructive Feedback
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Economics, Financial Policy, Business Economics, General Finance, Financial Market, Market Dynamics, Cost Benefit Analysis, Economic Development, International Relations, Market Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Fiscal Management, Tax, Investment Management, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Museum of Modern Art
Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Creativity, Art History, Aesthetics, Electronic Media, Liberal Arts, Multimedia, Cultural Responsiveness, Design
★ 4.7 (1.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Responsible AI, Prompt Engineering, Graphing, Prompt Patterns, Data Analysis, Spreadsheet Software
★ 4.8 (922) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Service Recovery, Customer Service, Customer experience improvement, Service Design, Customer Relationship Building, Experience Design, Brand Loyalty, Service Management, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Engagement, Service Level, Relationship Management, Service Improvement, Branding, Marketing Strategies, Strategic Marketing, Quality Management, Quality Improvement, Brand Management, Marketing and Public Relations
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Anthropology, Social Studies, Timelines, World History, Liberal Arts
★ 4.6 (2.9K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: Writing, Writing and Editing, Storytelling, Peer Review
★ 4.6 (307) · Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Adjudication, Court Systems, Legal Research, Policy Analysis, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Political Sciences, Social Studies, Public History, Governance
★ 4.8 (286) · Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Universidades Anáhuac
Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Education, Chronic Diseases, Health Promotion, Blood Pressure, Habit Formation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Social Media Content, Social Media, Blogs, Social Media Marketing, Instagram, Social Media Strategy, Content Creation, Case Studies, Content Development and Management, Keyword Research, Concision, Brand Management, Copywriting, Content Strategy, Branding, Standard Operating Procedure
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks