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    University of Michigan

    Using Public Policy for Social Change

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Social Justice, Advocacy, Public Policies, Political Sciences, Health Policy, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Determinants Of Health, Program Evaluation, Community and Social Work, Public Administration, Case Studies, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Research, Problem Solving

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Science, Technology & Modernity

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Critical Thinking, Ancient History, Research, Science and Research, Culture, Social Sciences, Cultural Responsiveness, Scientific Methods, Anthropology, European History, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Analysis, Manufacturing and Production, Physics, Physical Science, Industrial Design, Research Methodologies, Innovation, Intellectual Property

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Animals and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Social Sciences, Sociology, Anthropology, Healthcare Ethics, Psychology, Laboratory Research, Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Research, Media and Communications, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity, Food and Beverage, Rehabilitation, Environmental Issue, Biology, Non-Verbal Communication, Nutrition and Diet, Sports Medicine

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Leadership and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Mediation, Leadership Studies, Negotiation, Conflict Management, Diplomacy, Leadership, Policy Analysis, Leadership Development, Social Justice, Organizational Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Public Policies, Strategic Leadership, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Administration, Governance

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Video Games - Technology and Social Impacts

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Video Game Development, Live Streaming, Systems Thinking, Aesthetics, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Interactive Design, Socioeconomics, Culture, Psychology, Storytelling, Journalism, User Experience, Media Strategy, Critical Thinking, Digital Media Strategy, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Law, Governance, and Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Development, Political Sciences, Governance, Policy Analysis, International Relations, Public Policies, Social Justice, Economic Development, Public Administration, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Case Studies

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Identity and Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, International Relations, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Sociology, World History, Economics

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    Amazon Web Services

    AWS Security Governance at Scale

    Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Management, Cyber Governance, Security Controls, Amazon CloudWatch, Data Governance, Governance, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Compliance Management, Multi-Tenant Cloud Environments, Continuous Monitoring, Risk Control, Account Management, Threat Detection, Automation, Configuration Management, Budget Management

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    University at Buffalo

    Improving Leadership & Governance in Nonprofit Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Governance, Consulting, Performance Measurement, Meeting Facilitation, Leadership and Management, Organizational Strategy, Report Writing, Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Management Consulting, Discussion Facilitation, Organizational Change, Philanthropy, Case Studies, Change Management, Strategic Leadership, Leadership Development

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    Yale University

    Moral Foundations of Politics

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Sciences, European History, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Governance, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Socioeconomics, Economics

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Administración ágil de proyectos

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Program Management, Organizational Strategy, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Management, Organizational Change, Leadership, Kanban Principles, Governance, Portfolio Management

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    University of Amsterdam

    Media ethics & governance

    Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Media and Communications, Business Ethics, Research, Governance, Journalism, Data Ethics, Advertising, Case Studies

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular governance and society courses

  • Using Public Policy for Social Change: University of Michigan
  • Science, Technology & Modernity: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Animals and Society: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Leadership and Society: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Video Games - Technology and Social Impacts: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Law, Governance, and Public Policy: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Identity and Policy: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • AWS Security Governance at Scale: Amazon Web Services
  • Improving Leadership & Governance in Nonprofit Organizations: University at Buffalo
  • Moral Foundations of Politics : Yale University

Frequently Asked Questions about Governance And Society

There are no special skills or experiences you need before learning about governance and society. It’s helpful to have an interest in how local and federal governments function and the role social justice plays in modern society. Intermediate and advanced governance and society topics go into detail on specific issues, like municipal waste, globalization, and climate change, so it’s important to have beginner-level knowledge of how government and society work hand in hand before studying these topics.‎

People with an interest in social justice plus economics on a micro and macro scale are best suited for roles in governance and society. Roles in government and society also require people who understand social norms and how they evolve over time. Additionally, it’s imperative that people with any role in governance and society understand the importance of voting rights and demographics. The people best suited for these roles need to be compassionate and care about the most vulnerable members of our population, including seniors, those with disabilities, and people who rely on social services.‎

Governance and society is largely about keeping people safe, and topics in terrorism and counterterrorism will give learners a broad view of how governments can keep us secure from a local, federal, and global standpoint. Governance and society is about more than just how policy is made and enacted. It’s about the intersection of equality, sustainability, and safety, and how societies can come together to create a workable government. For that reason, it’s important to study a wide field of topics related to governance and society. Topics that explore equality, including race, social justice, and feminism, can help learners consider issues outside of their scope. Global diplomacy and international relations may help you explore how societies around the world function. People interested in combating climate change may consider topics that examine sustainable cities.‎

Careers in government are widely available at the federal, state, and local levels as a public servant. These include careers in law enforcement, case working, public health, and city management. Many communities are also hiring people to work as contact tracers during the COVID-19 pandemic. For people interested in working in fields related to social justice, many public and private sectors hire community organizers to educate, inform, and organize groups of people and organizations. Private or public sector think tanks may hire people with a background in governance and society for community planning related to social advocacy and environmental issues.‎

This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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