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.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Unix Shell, Scripting, Linux Commands, Unix Commands, Command-Line Interface, Linux, File Management, Unix, File Systems, Systems Administration
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Epidemiology, Systems Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Simulations, Health Disparities, Network Analysis, Public Health, Policy Analysis, Social Determinants Of Health, Behavioral Health, Economics, Software Installation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Auditing, Internal Controls, Financial Auditing, External Auditing, Generally Accepted Auditing Standards, Fraud detection, Internal Auditing, Audit Planning, Audit Working Papers, Financial Controls, Compliance Auditing, Auditors Report, Verification And Validation, Risk Analysis, Business Risk Management, Risk Management, Probability & Statistics, Financial Reporting, Business Process
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

École Polytechnique
Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Language Competency, Persuasive Communication, Oral Comprehension, Writing, Vocabulary, Language Learning, Grammar, Culture, Political Sciences, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, European History, Art History, World History, Science and Research, Social Sciences, Public Policies, Cinematography
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Operating Systems, Network Security, Hardware Troubleshooting, Desktop Support, Network Troubleshooting, Microsoft Windows, Computer Hardware, Command-Line Interface, Systems Administration, System Support, Unix, Mac OS, Unix Commands, Linux, System Configuration, Technical Support and Services, Operating System Administration, Network Infrastructure, Data Storage, Active Directory
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Florida
Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Infection Control, Epidemiology, Preventative Care, Critical Care, Public Health, Mechanical Ventilation, Socioeconomics, Patient Treatment, Diagnostic Tests, Immunology, Personal protective equipment, Laboratory Testing, Clinical Assessment
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Interviewing Skills, Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Vocabulary, English Language, Presentations, Cultural Diversity, Public Speaking, Business Communication, Grammar, Adaptability
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Business Ethics, Legal Risk, Socioeconomics, AI Security, Social Impact, Information Privacy, Accountability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Lund University
Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Legal Strategy, Legal Writing, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Compliance Management, Competitive Analysis, Mergers & Acquisitions, Advocacy, Brand Strategy, Procurement, Innovation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Database Administration, Database Systems, Microsoft Azure, Databases, Relational Databases, MySQL, SQL, Database Management, NoSQL, PostgreSQL, Data Security, Data Management, Cloud Deployment, Scalability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine, Athletic Training, Injury Prevention, Emergency Medicine, Safety Training, Neurology, School Psychology, Long Term Care, Emergency Response
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Advocacy, Health Systems, Health Policy, Health Care Administration, Community Health, Primary Care, Health Care, Public Health, Systems Thinking, Governance, Training Programs, Case Studies, Education and Training
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks