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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


  • U

    University of Lausanne

    HEALTHY URBAN SYSTEMS - PART 3 : Design and policies

    Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Public Health, Policy Development, Community Health, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Health Equity, Health Systems, Community Development, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Assessment, Governance, Sustainable Systems, Systems Thinking

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Navigating U.S. Food Regulations: Safety and Enforcement

    Skills you'll gain: Case Studies

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Imperial College London

    Science Matters: Let's Talk About COVID-19

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Community Health, Infection Control, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Health Systems, Socioeconomics, Health Policy, Clinical Practices, Emergency Response, Immunology, Diagnostic Tests, General Medicine, Microbiology, Media and Communications, Molecular Biology, Estimation

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    223 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Let's talk about it: A Health and Immigration Teach Out

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Community Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Patient Advocacy, Health Systems, Social Justice, Preventative Care, Health Care, Advocacy, Health Policy, Cultural Responsiveness, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Oncology, Discussion Facilitation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    History of Medical Cannabis

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Pharmaceuticals, Medical Science and Research, Medication Administration, Research, Substance Abuse, Clinical Research, Mental and Behavioral Health, Clinical Trials, Public Health, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Science and Research, Epidemiology, Public Policies, Research Design, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Risk Analysis, Biology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    347 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Healthy Aging and the Future of Cannabis Research

    Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Public Health, Exercise Science, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Substance Abuse, Preventative Care, Medical Science and Research, Geriatrics, Kinesiology, Pain Management, Research, Immunology, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmacology, Clinical Research, Risk Analysis, Chronic Diseases, Personal Development, Psychology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    99 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Good with Words: Speaking and Presenting

    Skills you'll gain: Tactfulness, Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Communication Strategies, Presentations, Ingenuity, Creative Thinking, Interpersonal Communications, Cognitive flexibility, Social Skills, Empathy, Composure, Professionalism, Active Listening, Creativity

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    367 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Chinese Politics Part 1 – China and Political Science

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Development, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Sciences, International Relations, Socioeconomics, Economics, Economic Development, Governance, Culture

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    358 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    Animal Behaviour and Welfare

    Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Health, Pain Management, Applied Behavior Analysis, Scientific Methods, Behavior Management, Stress Management, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Qualitative Research, Science and Research, Physiology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    5.4K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Human Health Risks, Health Equity, and Environmental Justice

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Environmental Policy, Social Determinants Of Health, Environment Health And Safety, Risk Management, Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Environmental Regulations, Public Health, Health Assessment, Policy Development

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    24 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Cannabis, Mental Health, and Brain Disorders

    Skills you'll gain: Psychiatry, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Substance Abuse, Public Health, Psychology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Policy, Neurology, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Science and Research, Epidemiology, Research, Pharmacology, Personal Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    165 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Global Trade and Macroeconomic Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Financial Policy, Economics, International Relations, Financial Trading, Financial Systems, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Business Economics, Economic Development, Finance, Fiscal Management, Banking, Financial Analysis, Supply And Demand, Investments

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • HEALTHY URBAN SYSTEMS - PART 3 : Design and policies : University of Lausanne
  • Navigating U.S. Food Regulations: Safety and Enforcement: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Science Matters: Let's Talk About COVID-19: Imperial College London
  • Let's talk about it: A Health and Immigration Teach Out: Johns Hopkins University
  • History of Medical Cannabis: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Healthy Aging and the Future of Cannabis Research: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Good with Words: Speaking and Presenting: University of Michigan
  • Chinese Politics Part 1 – China and Political Science: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Animal Behaviour and Welfare: The University of Edinburgh
  • Human Health Risks, Health Equity, and Environmental Justice: University of Michigan

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