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.

O.P. Jindal Global University
Skills you'll gain: Writing, Writing and Editing, Research, Peer Review, Research Methodologies, Media and Communications, Journals, Research and Design, Policy Analysis, Content Creation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Economics, Supply And Demand, Business Economics, Market Dynamics, Economic Development, Game Theory, Financial Policy, Tax, Market Analysis, International Relations, Operating Cost, Cost Benefit Analysis, Business Metrics, Public Policies, Performance Metric, International Finance, Fiscal Management, Consumer Behaviour, Investments, Labor Relations
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Management, Internet Of Things, Incident Response, Risk Management, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Human Factors (Security), Business Risk Management, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Security Awareness, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Information Management, Computer Security Awareness Training, Mobile Security, Business Ethics, Performance Measurement, Cyber Risk
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Social Work, Community and Social Work, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Advocacy, Cultural Sensitivity, Diversity Awareness, Research, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Systems Thinking, Human Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainability Standards, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Business, Sustainability Reporting, Performance Measurement, Social Impact, Stakeholder Engagement, Investment Management, Governance, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Asset Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Verification And Validation, Accountability
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Clinical Research, Research Methodologies, Public Health, Statistical Analysis, Sample Size Determination, Data Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

IE Business School
Skills you'll gain: Financial Policy, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economics, Public Policies, International Finance, Policy Analysis, Economic Development, Tax, Socioeconomics, Trend Analysis, Global Marketing, Business Economics, International Relations, Political Sciences, Analysis, Fiscal Management, Supply And Demand, Business Risk Management, World History, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Presentations, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Peer Review, Constructive Feedback, Persuasive Communication, Driving engagement, Student Engagement, Stress Management, Organizational Skills, Planning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Università Bocconi
Skills you'll gain: Leadership and Management, Business Management, Team Management, Brand Management, Leadership Studies, Brand Strategy, Innovation, Art History, Fundraising, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer Relationship Management, Marketing, Customer experience improvement
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Infectious Diseases, Hematology, Physiology, Oncology, Microbiology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Epidemiology, Internal Medicine, Chronic Diseases, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Geriatrics, Pathology, Pulmonology, Environment, Pharmacotherapy, Biology, Public Health, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

ESSEC Business School
Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Active Listening, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Conflict Management, Strategic Partnership, Relationship Building, Leadership, Value Propositions, Stakeholder Management, Decision Making, Organizational Skills
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Energy and Utilities, Electrical Power, Pollution Prevention, Sustainable Development, Environmental Policy, Oil and Gas, Sustainable Technologies, Environment, Socioeconomics, Environmental Science, Biological Engineering, Economics, Chemical Engineering
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months