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Policy courses can help you learn about public policy analysis, regulatory frameworks, and advocacy strategies. You can build skills in data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and effective communication to influence decision-making processes. Many courses introduce tools such as policy simulation software, data visualization platforms, and statistical analysis programs that aid in evaluating policy impacts and crafting evidence-based recommendations.

Popular Policy Courses and Certifications


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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Complexity and Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Policies, Health Policy, Climate Change Programs, Program Evaluation, Sustainable Development, Agentic systems, Environmental Issue, Social Sciences, Human Services, Economics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Storytelling

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    University of Manchester

    Water Supply and Sanitation Policy in Developing Countries Part 1: Understanding Complex Problems

    Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Sanitation, Water Sustainability, Water Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Climate Change Adaptation, Policy Development, Economic Development, Health Disparities, Public Health, Political Sciences, Economics, Supply And Demand

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Policy, Technology, and Carbon Free Cities

    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Programs, Sustainable Development, Environmental Policy, Policy Analysis, Sustainable Technologies, Climate Change Mitigation, Policy Development, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Public Affairs, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Energy and Utilities, Community Outreach, Emerging Technologies, Advocacy, Scalability, Technology Solutions, Case Studies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    HRCI

    Employee Relations

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Performance Management, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Performance Appraisal, Performance Management, Human Resource Policies, Organizational Structure, Policy Development, Conflict Management, Employee Relations, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Human Resources, Performance Review, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources Management and Planning, Employee Engagement, Organizational Strategy, Administration, Staff Management, Business Continuity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The George Washington University

    Vaccine Law and Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Drug Development, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Health Equity, Informed Consent, Pharmaceuticals, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Healthcare Ethics, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Disparities, Regulatory Compliance, Public Health, Health Policy, Personal Injury Law, Advocacy, Policy Analysis, Intellectual Property, Infectious Diseases, Patient Education And Counseling, Public Affairs, Emergency Response

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Operations Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Analytics, Business Analytics, Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Operational Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Operations Management, Demand Planning, Forecasting, Simulation and Simulation Software, Business Modeling, Risk Modeling, Risk Analysis, Supply Chain Planning, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Tree Learning, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel

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    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity: Developing a Program for Your Business

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Management, Internet Of Things, Incident Response, Risk Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Security Policies, IT Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Risk Management Framework, Human Factors (Security), Business Risk Management, Cybersecurity, Incident Management, Threat Management, Security Awareness, Mobile Security, Cyber Attacks, Information Systems Security

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    The Making of US Foreign Policy

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Public Policies, Social Studies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Political Sciences, Financial Policy, International Finance, Diplomacy, Economics, World History, Economic Development, European History, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Public Affairs, Technology Strategies, Public Safety and National Security, Lobbying, Governance, Security Strategy

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Indian Institute for Human Settlements

    The Art and Science of Economic Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Development, Public Policies, Economic Development, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Policy Analysis, Financial Policy, Behavioral Economics, Political Sciences, Economics, Supply And Demand, Market Dynamics, Public Affairs, Competitive Analysis, Governance, Program Implementation, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Biological Engineering, Governance, Biotechnology, Policy Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Clinical Research Ethics, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Policy, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Environmental Issue, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Policy Development, Public Affairs, Case Studies

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Tobacco Control: Agile Policy, Research and Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Research Methodologies, Research, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Epidemiology, Health Promotion, Substance Abuse, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Medical Science and Research, Policy Analysis, Lobbying, Advocacy, Governance

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Epidemiology: The Basic Science of Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Research Design, Health Policy, Research Methodologies, Biostatistics, Science and Research, Statistical Analysis, Chronic Diseases, Risk Analysis

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

  • Complexity and Public Policy: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Water Supply and Sanitation Policy in Developing Countries Part 1: Understanding Complex Problems: University of Manchester
  • Policy, Technology, and Carbon Free Cities: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Employee Relations: HRCI
  • Vaccine Law and Policy: The George Washington University
  • Operations Analytics: University of Pennsylvania
  • Cybersecurity: Developing a Program for Your Business: Kennesaw State University
  • The Making of US Foreign Policy: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • The Art and Science of Economic Policy: Indian Institute for Human Settlements
  • Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy: Johns Hopkins University

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