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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


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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Strategic Value and Leadership in Internal Audit

    Skills you'll gain: Internal Controls, Internal Auditing, Strategic Leadership, Financial Controls, Management Training And Development, Auditing, Risk Control, Audit Planning, Succession Planning, Compliance Auditing, Quality Improvement, Continuous Improvement Process, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Team Leadership, Leadership and Management, Quality Assessment, Generally Accepted Auditing Standards, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Business Ethics, Business Leadership

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Schneider Electric

    AI and Data Centers: Driving Global Decarbonization

    Skills you'll gain: Data Centers, Sustainable Technologies, Internet Of Things, AI Enablement, Climate Change Mitigation, Electrical Power, Information Technology, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Processes, Data Infrastructure, Electric Power Systems, Digital Transformation, Transportation Operations, AI Integrations, Automation, Artificial Intelligence

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Essential Design Principles for Tableau

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Visual Design, Statistical Visualization, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Data Analysis, Color Theory, Data Ethics, Statistical Analysis, Anomaly Detection, User Centered Design, Human Factors, Aesthetics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Nanotechnology: A Maker’s Course

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Analytical Chemistry, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Techniques, Chemistry, Manufacturing Processes, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Research, Laboratory Procedures, Chemical Engineering

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    SkillUp

    Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Awareness

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Interactive Learning, Labor Compliance, Workplace inclusivity, Labor Law, Diversity and Inclusion, Compliance Training, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Verbal Communication Skills

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillUp

    Community Reinvestment Act (CRA)

    Skills you'll gain: Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Training, Interactive Learning, Compliance Management, Financial Regulation, Compliance Reporting, Bank Regulations, Consumer Lending, Compliance Auditing, Regulatory Requirements, Lending and Underwriting, Performance Testing, Banking Services, Performance Measurement, Banking, Needs Assessment, Community Development, Public Policies, Risk Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Consumer Behavior & Service Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Service Recovery, Marketing Psychology, Customer experience improvement, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Service, Integrated Marketing Communications, Customer Insights, Data-Driven Marketing, Service Design, Consumer Behaviour, Media and Communications, Customer Analysis, Brand Strategy, Customer Relationship Building, Brand Management, Marketing Communications, Communication Strategies, Strategic Communication, Marketing, Social Media Analytics

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    Northwestern University

    The Importance of Listening

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Analytics, Real Time Data, Social Media Content, Data Collection, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Big Data, Marketing Analytics, Crisis Management, Data-Driven Marketing, Analytics, Social Media Strategy, Content Strategy, Text Mining, Data-Driven Decision-Making

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Diagnosing Health Behaviors for Global Health Programs

    Skills you'll gain: Health Promotion, Behavioral Health, Health Education, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Applied Behavior Analysis, Health Policy, Community Health, Culture, Social Sciences, Program Evaluation, Learning Theory, Human Learning

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    SkillsBooster Academy

    Claude AI for Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Anthropic Claude, Copywriting, Email Automation, Responsible AI, Brand Marketing, Marketing, Content Development and Management, Personalized Campaigns, Marketing Automation, Email Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Data Ethics, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, AI Orchestration, Generative AI, Search Engine Marketing, Artificial Intelligence, Web Analytics and SEO, Business

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    Pragmatic AI Labs

    Postgres From Zero

    Skills you'll gain: PostgreSQL, SQL, Transaction Processing, Relational Databases, Rust (Programming Language), Database Management, Query Languages, JSON, Docker (Software), Data Mapping, Data Access, Development Environment, Performance Tuning, Command-Line Interface

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Stanford University

    Health Across the Gender Spectrum

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Child Welfare, Diversity Training, Cultural Responsiveness, Pediatrics, Cultural Sensitivity, Working With Children, Family Support, Toileting, Human Development, Mental Health, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Health Equity, Child Development, Parent Communication, Child Health, Sociology, Health Disparities, Healthcare Ethics, Public Health

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Strategic Value and Leadership in Internal Audit: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • AI and Data Centers: Driving Global Decarbonization: Schneider Electric
  • Essential Design Principles for Tableau: University of California, Davis
  • Nanotechnology: A Maker’s Course: Duke University
  • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Awareness: SkillUp
  • Community Reinvestment Act (CRA): SkillUp
  • Consumer Behavior & Service Marketing: EDUCBA
  • The Importance of Listening: Northwestern University
  • Diagnosing Health Behaviors for Global Health Programs: Johns Hopkins University
  • Claude AI for Marketing: SkillsBooster Academy

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