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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


  • C

    Council on Foreign Relations

    Global Affairs Explained: The Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, World History, Social Studies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Public Affairs, Diplomacy, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Economics, Governance

    4.5 stars, 11 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (11) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Gen AI For Sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Sustainable Development, Social Impact, Data Ethics, Sustainable Business, Generative AI, Sustainable Systems, Corporate Sustainability, AI literacy, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Sustainability Reporting, Diversity and Inclusion, Artificial Intelligence, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Business Ethics, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Issue, Problem Solving, Content Strategy

    4.2 stars, 13 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (13) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • A

    Arizona State University

    Foundational Sustainability Skills & Competencies

    Skills you'll gain: Program Implementation, Plan Execution, Business Planning, Sustainability Reporting, Contract Management, Sustainable Development, Policy Development, Annual Reports, Environmental Policy, Vendor Contracts, Goal Setting, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Strategic Partnership, Interactive Learning, Project Planning, Peer Review, Organizational Strategy, Report Writing, Communication

    4.5 stars, 28 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (28) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • F

    Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

    AI for Decision Makers

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Data Ethics, Technical Management, AI Product Strategy, Technology Strategies, Artificial Intelligence, AI literacy, Business Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Project Management, Legal Risk, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Regulation and Legal Compliance, AI Integrations, Decision Making, Generative AI, Case Studies, Mitigation

    4.5 stars, 25 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (25) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Information Assurance Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Email Security, Exploitation techniques, AI Security, Border Gateway Protocol, Malware Protection, Mobile Security, LLM Application, Cybersecurity, Routing Protocols, Network Security, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Network Monitoring, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Controls, Threat Detection, TCP/IP, Network Analysis, Internet Of Things, Responsible AI

    4.1 stars, 14 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.1 (14) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • C

    Coursera

    Mixed Methods Research: Bridging Qualitative & Quantitative

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Data Collection, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Qualitative Research, Data Synthesis, Data Ethics, Quantitative Research, Business Research, Research Reports, Research and Design, Data Integration, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Research, Report Writing, Science and Research, Technical Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Analysis

    4.5 stars, 10 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • I

    Infosec

    Introduction to Privacy - Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Information Privacy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Personally Identifiable Information, Program Development, Data Sharing, Risk Management, Regulatory Requirements, Organizational Structure

    4.7 stars, 24 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (24) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Morehouse College

    Activism in Sports and Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Social Justice, Advocacy, Social Sciences, Cultural Responsiveness, Policy Analysis, Sociology, Social Impact, Public History, Oral Expression, Media and Communications, Case Studies

    4.9 stars, 21 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (21) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    A Public Health Approach to Hearing Loss and Aging

    Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Epidemiology, Community Health, Geriatrics, Policy Analysis, Health Care, Medical Science and Research, Health Systems, Communication Disorders, Patient-centered Care

    4.7 stars, 16 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (16) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • É

    École Polytechnique

    Outsmarting intermittency

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Power, Electrical Systems, Electric Power Systems, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Systems, Technology Solutions, Network Planning And Design

    4.5 stars, 33 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (33) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Climate Resilience and Urban Sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Sustainable Systems, Environmental Laws, Sustainable Development, Land Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Land Development, Community Development, Environmental Policy, Social Impact, Sustainable Design, Social Justice, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Issue, Socioeconomics, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Climate Change Mitigation, Energy and Utilities, Petroleum Industry

    5 stars, 15 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (15) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Geneva

    Политика и управление водными ресурсами

    Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Water Resource Management, Water Sustainability, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Policy, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Laws, Conflict Management, Environmental Regulations, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Policy Analysis, International Relations, Case Studies

    4.8 stars, 29 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (29) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Global Affairs Explained: The Fundamentals: Council on Foreign Relations
  • Gen AI For Sustainability: STARWEAVER
  • Foundational Sustainability Skills & Competencies: Arizona State University
  • AI for Decision Makers: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
  • Information Assurance Analysis: Johns Hopkins University
  • Mixed Methods Research: Bridging Qualitative & Quantitative: Coursera
  • Introduction to Privacy - Part 1: Infosec
  • Activism in Sports and Culture: Morehouse College
  • A Public Health Approach to Hearing Loss and Aging: Johns Hopkins University
  • Outsmarting intermittency: École Polytechnique

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