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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


  • C

    Columbia University

    The Construction Industry: The Way Forward

    Skills you'll gain: Construction, Business Transformation, Innovation, Architecture and Construction, Construction Management, Organizational Change, Workforce Development, General Construction and Construction Labor, Emerging Technologies, Digital Transformation, Thought Leadership, Sustainable Design, Climate Change Adaptation, Machine Learning

    ★ 4.8 (405) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Goldman Sachs

    Fundamentals of Leadership, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Leadership, Business Planning, Auditing, Strategic Planning

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

  • L

    LearnKartS

    Effective Communication Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Communication Strategies, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Oral Comprehension, Emotional Intelligence, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Business Communication, Tactfulness, Conflict Management, Relationship Management, Teamwork

    ★ 4.8 (96) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • N

    National Taiwan University

    中國古代歷史與人物:秦始皇(Qin Shi Huang)

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Public History, Liberal Arts, World History, Case Studies, Social Studies, Culture, Political Sciences, Governance

    ★ 4.9 (228) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Developing a Marketing Mix for Growth

    Skills you'll gain: Product Lining, Communication Planning, Product Strategy, Marketing, Product Assortment, Integrated Marketing Communications, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Planning, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Channel, Advertising Campaigns, Consumer Behaviour, Promotional Strategies, Market Opportunities, Value Propositions, Writing

    ★ 4.8 (734) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Healthcare Leadership Principles

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership Studies, Executive Presence, Healthcare Ethics, Health Policy, Leadership, Communication Strategies, Team Leadership, Advocacy, Communication, Leadership and Management, Change Management, Health Care, Organizational Change, Professional Development, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Influencing, Interpersonal Communications

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

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Objetivos de desarrollo sostenible para América Latina y el Caribe

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Socioeconomics, Social Studies, Environment, Environmental Issue, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, Social Determinants Of Health, Environment and Resource Management, Analysis, World History, Public Policies, Community Health

    ★ 4.9 (772) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Entendiendo la depresión a lo largo del ciclo vital

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Psychiatry, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Pediatrics, Psychotherapy, Mental Health Therapies, Patient Treatment, Pharmacotherapy, Chronic Diseases, Psychosocial Assessments, Psychiatric Assessments, Child Development, Working With Children, Precision Medicine, Psychological Evaluations, Public Health, Patient Evaluation, Clinical Assessment

    ★ 4.9 (156) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Unión Europea: Historia, Instituciones y Políticas

    Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Policy Development, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Policy Analysis, Environmental Policy, Court Systems, International Relations, Public Safety and National Security, European History, Political Sciences, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Economics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Security Strategy, Immigration Law, Economic Development, Diplomacy, Social Studies, Governance, Sustainable Development

    ★ 4.6 (139) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • V

    Voxy

    English Language Skills A1-A2 CEFR: Beginner

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, English Language, Language Competency, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Language Learning, Active Listening, Communication, Education Software and Technology, Grammar, Public Speaking, Relationship Building

    ★ 4.3 (79) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Geneva

    Migration, Health and Equity in Europe

    Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Healthcare Ethics, Public Health, Health Care, Research, Clinical Research Ethics, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Systems, Research Methodologies, Social Determinants Of Health, Community Health, Epidemiology, Immigration Law, Cultural Responsiveness, Demography, Cultural Sensitivity, Data Collection

    ★ 4.9 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Geneva

    Ebola : Vaincre ensemble !

    Skills you'll gain: Public Affairs, Media and Communications, Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Infection Control, Healthcare Ethics, Mathematical Modeling, Drug Development, Research, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Emergency Response, Social Studies, Medical Science and Research, Clinical Research Ethics, General Science and Research, Public Health, Pharmaceuticals, International Relations, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Pharmacology

    ★ 4.4 (54) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • The Construction Industry: The Way Forward: Columbia University
  • Fundamentals of Leadership, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women: Goldman Sachs
  • Effective Communication Skills: LearnKartS
  • 中國古代歷史與人物:秦始皇(Qin Shi Huang): National Taiwan University
  • Developing a Marketing Mix for Growth: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Healthcare Leadership Principles: University of Michigan
  • Objetivos de desarrollo sostenible para América Latina y el Caribe: Universidad de los Andes
  • Entendiendo la depresión a lo largo del ciclo vital: Universidad de los Andes
  • Unión Europea: Historia, Instituciones y Políticas: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • English Language Skills A1-A2 CEFR: Beginner: Voxy

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