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Public Policy Courses

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.

Popular Public Policy Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Inclusive Leadership: The Power of Workplace Diversity

    Skills you'll gain: Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Training, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Diversity, Drive Engagement, Leadership Studies, Self-Awareness, Intercultural Competence, Empathy, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Cultural Responsiveness, Interpersonal Communications, Communication Strategies, Emotional Intelligence, Active Listening, Communication, Culture

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    1.8K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Healthcare Organization Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Patient-centered Care, Health Care Administration, Health Administration, Governance, Business Process, Medical Management, Business Process Management, Quality Improvement, Health Systems, Process Improvement, Process Development, Process Management, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Assurance, Process Design, Healthcare Project Management, Care Coordination, Health Care, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Data Quality

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    688 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Mobile Marketing Strategies for Digital Growth

    Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Data-Driven Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Channel, Strategic Marketing, Campaign Management, Digital Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Customer Engagement, Marketing, Advertising, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer experience improvement, Advertising Campaigns, Personalized Campaigns, Promotions and Campaigns, Return On Investment

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Social Media and Brand Engagement

    Skills you'll gain: Content Scheduling, Social Media Management, Brand Awareness, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Campaigns, Brand Management, Brand Marketing, Brand Strategy, Marketing Effectiveness, Content Marketing, Digital Advertising, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Google Analytics, Communication, AI Enablement, Generative AI

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    Emory University

    Understanding Violence

    Skills you'll gain: Injury Prevention, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Substance Abuse, Public Health, International Relations, Diplomacy, Cultural Diversity, Mental Health, Sociology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Media and Communications, Community Health, Trauma Care, Child Welfare, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    331 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    The Cycle: Management of Successful Arts and Cultural Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Fundraising, Business Management, Organizational Strategy, Governance, Drive Engagement, Promotional Strategies, Marketing Strategies, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Planning, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Planning, Planning, Driving engagement, Business Strategies, Performing Arts, Growth Strategies, Customer Engagement, Case Studies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    738 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Firm Level Economics: Markets and Allocations

    Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Market Dynamics, Economics, Business Economics, Game Theory, Market Analysis, Resource Allocation, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Environmental Issue, Competitive Analysis, Environmental Policy, Public Policies, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.2K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Imperial College London

    Quality Improvement in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Run Chart, Qualitative Research, Public Health, Healthcare Project Management, Patient Safety, Health Systems, Data Quality, Clinical Leadership, Patient-centered Care, Community Health, Health Care, Quantitative Research, Geographic Information Systems, Health Policy, Research Design, Leadership, Data Collection, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Geospatial Mapping

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    150 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Content Strategy, CMS & Digital Marketing Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Content Marketing, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Management, Social Media Marketing, Content Management Systems, Social Media Management, Content Strategy, Social Media, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Persona Development, Content Development and Management, Storytelling, Digital Marketing Tools, Social Media Content, MarTech, Digital Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Digital Content, Marketing Planning

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad de Palermo

    Economía y Finanzas de Empresas

    Skills you'll gain: Business Economics, Market Dynamics, Economics, Economic Development, Financial Policy, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Market Analysis, Public Policies, Business Acumen, International Finance, Consumer Behaviour, Policy Analysis, Supply And Demand, Fiscal Management, Decision Making

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    643 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

    AI Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Governance, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Compliance Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Risk Management Framework, Risk Management, Business Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Organizational Strategy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Information Privacy, Generative AI, Information Management, Agentic systems, Generative AI Agents, Business Leadership

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    132 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of London

    Film, Images & Historical Interpretation in the 20th Century: The Camera Never Lies

    Skills you'll gain: Public History, Photography, Photo Editing, Media and Communications, Visual Storytelling, Research, World History, European History, Storytelling, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    394 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular public policy courses

  • Inclusive Leadership: The Power of Workplace Diversity: University of Colorado System
  • Healthcare Organization Operations: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Mobile Marketing Strategies for Digital Growth: EDUCBA
  • Social Media and Brand Engagement: Coursera
  • Understanding Violence: Emory University
  • The Cycle: Management of Successful Arts and Cultural Organizations: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Firm Level Economics: Markets and Allocations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Quality Improvement in Healthcare: Imperial College London
  • Content Strategy, CMS & Digital Marketing Tools: EDUCBA
  • Economía y Finanzas de Empresas: Universidad de Palermo

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