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Politics courses can help you learn about political theory, governance structures, electoral systems, and public policy analysis. You can build skills in critical thinking, debate techniques, and effective communication strategies. Many courses introduce tools like data analysis software for interpreting political trends and survey tools for gauging public opinion, that support understanding voter behavior and shaping campaign strategies.

Popular Politics Courses and Certifications


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    Tel Aviv University

    The Emergence of the Modern Middle East - Part II

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, World History, International Relations, Policy Analysis, Social Studies, Diplomacy, Social Justice, Culture, Governance, Sociology, Security Strategy

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    Universiteit Leiden

    International Law in Action: the Arbitration of International Disputes

    Skills you'll gain: Arbitration, Diplomacy, Court Systems, Litigation and Civil Justice, International Relations, Conflict Management, Legal Hearings, Case Law, Case Studies

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    Universiteit Leiden

    Political Economy of Institutions and Development

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, International Relations, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Sustainable Development, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Economic Development, Governance, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Economics, Public Policies, Community Development, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Analysis

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    391 reviews

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    Duke University

    Sports and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Diversity Awareness, Anthropology, International Relations, World History, Sociology, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Social Impact, Economics, Political Sciences

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    University of London

    Citizenship and the Rule of Law

    Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Court Systems, Business Ethics, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Social Justice, Legal Proceedings, Adjudication, Litigation and Civil Justice, International Relations, Political Sciences, Governance, Corporate Sustainability, Case Studies

    4.8
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    Starweaver

    Procurement for Governments

    Skills you'll gain: Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Public Administration, Governance, Digital Transformation, Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Sustainable Development, Business Ethics, Public Policies, Compliance Management, Mitigation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Fraud detection, Regulatory Compliance, Stakeholder Engagement

    4.8
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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Democracia y decisiones públicas. Introducción al análisis de políticas públicas

    Skills you'll gain: Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Public Policies, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Program Evaluation, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Administration, Public Affairs, Lobbying, Advocacy, Decision Intelligence, Governance, Electronic Media

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Feminismo, género y política

    Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Diversity Awareness, Social Sciences, Policy Analysis, Socioeconomics, Sociology, Public Affairs, Cultural Diversity, Case Studies, Social Studies, Advocacy, European History, Economics, World History, Conflict Management

    4.9
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    Michigan State University

    Journalism, the future, and you!

    Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Media and Communications, International Relations, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Media Relations, Storytelling, Safety and Security, Content Creation, Digital Publishing, Accountability

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    Universiteit Leiden

    International Law in Action: A Guide to the International Courts and Tribunals in The Hague

    Skills you'll gain: Arbitration, Court Systems, Mediation, Political Sciences, Legal Proceedings, Case Law, Adjudication, Litigation and Civil Justice, International Relations, Social Justice, Case Studies

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Power and Foreign Policy in International Relations

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Diplomacy, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Peer Review, Policy Development, Public Safety and National Security, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, World History, Policy Analysis, Case Studies, Economics, Security Strategy

    4.7
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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Participación eficaz de la sociedad civil en el desarrollo

    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Sustainable Development, Social Impact, Governance, Advocacy, Public Policies, International Relations, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Organizational Effectiveness, Accountability, Strategic Partnership

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular politics courses

  • The Emergence of the Modern Middle East - Part II: Tel Aviv University
  • International Law in Action: the Arbitration of International Disputes: Universiteit Leiden
  • Political Economy of Institutions and Development: Universiteit Leiden
  • Sports and Society: Duke University
  • Citizenship and the Rule of Law: University of London
  • Procurement for Governments: Starweaver
  • Democracia y decisiones públicas. Introducción al análisis de políticas públicas: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Feminismo, género y política: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Journalism, the future, and you!: Michigan State University
  • International Law in Action: A Guide to the International Courts and Tribunals in The Hague: Universiteit Leiden

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