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Public administration courses can help you learn policy analysis, public finance management, organizational behavior, and program evaluation. You can build skills in effective communication with stakeholders, strategic planning, and ethical decision-making in governance. Many courses introduce tools such as data visualization software, budgeting applications, and performance measurement frameworks that support the implementation of public policies and enhance service delivery.


Popular Public Administration Courses and Certifications


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    Yale University

    America's Written Constitution

    Skills you'll gain: Court Systems, Case Law, Political Sciences, Public Safety and National Security, Social Studies, Civil Law, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Public Policies, Governance, Cultural Diversity

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    Universidad de Chile

    Inclusión social de personas con discapacidad desde un enfoque de derechos.

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Health Equity, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Special Education, Social Justice, Health Policy, Social Determinants Of Health, Community and Social Work, Empowerment, Data Collection

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Philosophy of Science

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Research, Experimentation, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Data Collection, Peer Review, Simulations, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    University of Washington

    Speaking to Inspire: Ceremonial and Motivational Speeches

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Motivational Skills, Performing Arts, Constructive Feedback, Writing, Leadership

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    University at Buffalo

    Introduction to the Nonprofit Sector, Nonprofit Organizations, Nonprofit Leadership and Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Governance, Leadership and Management, Discussion Facilitation, Philanthropy, Public Administration, Organizational Effectiveness, Performance Review, Organizational Leadership, Community Development, Organizational Structure, Leadership, Case Studies, Analysis

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Social Media Advertising

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Online Advertising, Digital Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Campaigns, Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Web Analytics, Content Performance Analysis, Facebook, Paid media, Instagram, Marketing Communications, Target Audience, Driving engagement, Business Ethics, Brand Awareness

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    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Analitik Data Google

    Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Data Cleansing, Data Storytelling, Rmarkdown, Data Visualization, Data Ethics, Data Literacy, Ggplot2, Data Validation, Spreadsheet Software, Tableau Software, Analytical Skills, Data Visualization Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Dashboard, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Data Integrity, Database Management, Case Studies

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    Northwestern University

    Introduction to Reproduction

    Skills you'll gain: Obstetrics And Gynecology, Anatomy, Family Planning, Endocrinology, Oncology, Physiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Biology

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Los gobiernos locales como actores internacionales

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Public Policies, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Policy Development, Strategic Planning, Public Affairs, Diplomacy, Economic Development, Community Development, Legal Research, Advocacy, Governance, Sustainable Development, Professional Networking, Case Studies

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    Google Cloud

    Networking in Google Cloud: Routing and Addressing

    Skills you'll gain: Network Routing, TCP/IP, Firewall, Google Cloud Platform, Virtual Networking, Private Cloud, Network Administration, Network Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Cloud Security

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    Google Cloud

    Computer Vision Fundamentals with Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Convolutional Neural Networks, Tensorflow, Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Transfer Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Google Cloud Platform, Data Preprocessing, Feature Engineering, Classification Algorithms

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    Wesleyan University

    Capstone: Your Story

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Peer Review, Writing, Editing, Constructive Feedback, Creativity, Persistence, Professionalism

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

  • America's Written Constitution:Ā Yale University
  • Inclusión social de personas con discapacidad desde un enfoque de derechos.:Ā Universidad de Chile
  • Philosophy of Science:Ā University of Pennsylvania
  • Speaking to Inspire: Ceremonial and Motivational Speeches:Ā University of Washington
  • Introduction to the Nonprofit Sector, Nonprofit Organizations, Nonprofit Leadership and Governance:Ā University at Buffalo
  • Social Media Advertising:Ā University of Colorado Boulder
  • Analitik Data Google:Ā Google
  • Introduction to Reproduction:Ā Northwestern University
  • Los gobiernos locales como actores internacionales:Ā Universidad Nacional Autónoma de MĆ©xico
  • Networking in Google Cloud: Routing and Addressing:Ā Google Cloud

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