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.

University of Washington
Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Sales Presentation, Persuasive Communication, Microsoft PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Data Visualization, Marketing Materials, English Language
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Inference, Statistical Reporting, R (Software), Statistical Methods, Statistics, R Programming, Statistical Software, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Data Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Software Installation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

AI CERTs
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Microservices, Enterprise Architecture, Go (Programming Language), Program Development, Business Logic, Application Programming Interface (API), Containerization, Auditing, Application Development, Development Environment, Security Controls, Cryptography, Debugging
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universitat Politècnica de València
Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Disabilities, Mobile Development, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Design, Usability, User Interface (UI), Human Computer Interaction, Education and Training, Android (Operating System), Apple iOS, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Safety, Customer experience strategy (CX), Financial Regulation, Customer Engagement, Regulatory Affairs, Sustainable Systems, Emerging Technologies, Technology Strategies, Environmental Issue, Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

GitLab
Skills you'll gain: Telecommuting, Virtual Teams, Team Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Culture Transformation, Performance Metric, Leadership and Management, Organizational Change, Organizational Strategy, Business Transformation, Organizational Leadership, Team Building, Performance Management, Adaptability, Collaboration, Business Strategy, Communication
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Georgia Institute of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentation, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Business Correspondence, English Language, Cultural Diversity, Professional Networking, Intercultural Competence, Communication, Cultural Sensitivity, Business Writing, Setting Appointments, Writing
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Erasmus University Rotterdam
Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, International Relations, Public Safety and National Security, Safety and Security, Risk Management, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Governance, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

ESSEC Business School
Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Business Analytics, Forecasting, Peer Review, Statistical Methods, Predictive Analytics, Customer Analysis, Case Studies, Information Technology, Analytical Skills, Digital Transformation, Advanced Analytics, Statistical Analysis, People Analytics, Statistical Programming, Data Storytelling, Business Strategy, Complex Problem Solving, R Programming, Data Analysis
Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
Skills you'll gain: World History, Critical Thinking, Ancient History, Research, Science and Research, Culture, Social Sciences, Cultural Responsiveness, Scientific Methods, Anthropology, European History, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Analysis, Manufacturing and Production, Physics, Physical Science, Industrial Design, Research Methodologies, Innovation, Intellectual Property
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad Austral
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, FinTech, Internet Of Things, Emerging Technologies, Legal Technology, Digital Transformation, Public Administration, Distributed Computing, Financial Services, Governance, Cryptography, World History
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Epidemiology, Social Network Analysis, Simulations, Network Analysis, Public Health, Agentic systems, Social Determinants Of Health, Behavioral Health, Economics, Software Installation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks