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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


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    Infosec

    AI Security

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Ethics, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Program Development, Information Privacy, Legal Strategy, Data Security, Generative AI, Machine Learning, Computer Security, Risk Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Villes africaines: Mobilités et transports urbains

    Skills you'll gain: Transportation Operations, Demography, Social Sciences, Policy Analysis, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Spatial Analysis, Socioeconomics, Sustainable Development, Sociology, Case Studies

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    24 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Accessibility to the Scenic Arts

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Disabilities, Diversity Awareness, Coordinating, Media and Communications, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Communication Strategies, Organizational Skills, Performing Arts, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Planning, Needs Assessment, Policy Development, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    34 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Starweaver

    Strategic Leadership in Hospitality

    Skills you'll gain: Revenue Management, Customer experience strategy (CX), Service Design, Design Thinking, Change Management, Capital Expenditure, Financial Statement Analysis, Social Media Marketing, Cost Control, Hospitality Management, Social Media, Innovation, Financial Forecasting, Finance, Operations Management, Prototyping, Strategic Planning, Capital Budgeting, Search Engine Optimization, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    108 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Zurich

    Asian Environmental Humanities: Landscapes in Transition

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Sustainable Development, Aesthetics, Sustainable Systems, Environmental Policy, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Storytelling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    192 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Wetland Conservation Through a Human Lens

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Community Outreach, Cultural Diversity, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Cultural Sensitivity, Environment and Resource Management, Case Studies, Environmental Issue, Natural Resource Management, Water Resources, Driving engagement, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Governance, Conflict Management, Critical Thinking

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Infosec

    Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, IT Security Architecture, Security Testing, Single Sign-On (SSO), Data Security, Contingency Planning, User Provisioning, Cryptography, Network Security, Application Security, Information Systems Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Asset Protection, Cloud Security, Computer Security Incident Management, Digital Assets, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Incident Response, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    51 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Chemerinsky on Constitutional Law – Individual Rights and Liberties

    Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Court Systems, Legal Research, Social Justice, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Social Studies, Civil Law, Policy Analysis, Case Studies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    84 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Cape Town

    Large Marine Ecosystems: Assessment and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Water Resource Management, Environmental Science, Social Sciences, Environmental Policy, Governance, Environmental Monitoring, Case Studies, Socioeconomics, International Relations

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    309 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IE Business School

    Marketing Mix Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Product Strategy, Product Lining, Marketing, Brand Management, Marketing Communications, Product Lifecycle Management, Marketing Strategies, Advertising, Marketing Channel, Promotional Strategies, Merchandising, Social Media Marketing, Integrated Marketing Communications, Cross-Channel Marketing, Digital Media Strategy

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Investigating Epidemics like COVID-19: An Analyst's Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Health Disparities, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Public Health, Geographic Information Systems, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Infectious Diseases, Risk Analysis, Microsoft Excel

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Core 2: OS, Software, Security and Operational Procedures

    Skills you'll gain: Operating Systems, Network Security, Network Support, Network Troubleshooting, System Support, Data Storage, Microsoft Windows, Systems Administration, Mac OS, Technical Support, System Configuration, Command-Line Interface, Software Installation, Linux, Help Desk Support, Encryption, Mobile Security, Information Technology, Firewall, Malware Protection

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    69 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • AI Security: Infosec
  • Villes africaines: Mobilités et transports urbains: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Accessibility to the Scenic Arts: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Strategic Leadership in Hospitality: Starweaver
  • Asian Environmental Humanities: Landscapes in Transition: University of Zurich
  • Wetland Conservation Through a Human Lens: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP): Infosec
  • Chemerinsky on Constitutional Law – Individual Rights and Liberties: University of California, Irvine
  • Large Marine Ecosystems: Assessment and Management: University of Cape Town
  • Marketing Mix Fundamentals: IE Business School

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