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Policy Analysis Courses

Policy analysis courses can help you learn data collection techniques, cost-benefit analysis, stakeholder engagement, and evaluation frameworks. You can build skills in critical thinking, quantitative analysis, and effective communication of policy recommendations. Many courses introduce tools like statistical software for data analysis, GIS for spatial analysis, and simulation models to assess policy impacts, illustrating how these skills are applied in real-world policy-making scenarios.

Popular Policy Analysis Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Michigan

    Assisting Public Sector Decision Makers With Policy Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Program Evaluation, Policy Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Public Policies, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Programming, Analytics, Policy Development, Data Analysis Software, Analytical Skills, Statistical Software, Forecasting, R Programming, Research Design, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Statistical Inference, Ggplot2

    4.6 stars, 55 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (55) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Using Public Policy for Social Change

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Social Justice, Advocacy, Public Policies, Political Sciences, Health Policy, Social and Human Services, Social Impact, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Program Evaluation, Public Administration, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Problem Solving

    4.9 stars, 193 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Sage Publications

    Statistical Analysis in Political Science with SPSS

    Skills you'll gain: SPSS, SPSS (Software), Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Data Entry, Data Literacy, Research, Descriptive Statistics, Research Methodologies, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Science and Research, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Research Design, Statistical Software, Statistics, International Relations, Data Visualization, Statistical Inference

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Social Impact & Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Community Organizing, Policy Development, Social Justice, Social Work, Public Policies, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Community Development, Community and Social Work, Political Sciences, Health Policy, Advocacy, Social Impact, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Analysis, Sustainable Business, Strategic Leadership, Systems Thinking, Cultural Diversity

    4.8 stars, 969 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (969) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    IE Business School

    Understanding economic policymaking

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Policy, Economics, Public Policies, Economic Development, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Banking, Policy Development, International Finance, Tax, Fiscal Management, Policy Analysis, Market Dynamics, Governmental Accounting, Supply And Demand

    4.8 stars, 1.1K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    M.A. Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Environmental Laws, Qualitative Research, Program Evaluation, Public Policies, Surveys, Plot (Graphics), Political Sciences, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Econometrics, Research Reports, Supply And Demand, Policy Analysis, Cybersecurity, Health Policy, Financial Policy, Social Sciences, Economic Development, Diplomacy, International Relations

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    Category: Job ready
    Job ready
  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Theories of Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Policy Development, Public Affairs, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Advocacy, Environmental Policy, Behavioral Economics, Public Administration, Media and Communications, Program Evaluation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Governance, Economics

    4.8 stars, 6 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Law, Governance, and Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Political Sciences, Governance, Policy Analysis, Court Systems, International Relations, Public Policies, Social Justice, Litigation and Civil Justice, Economic Development, Public Administration, Adjudication, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Diplomacy, Economics

    4.8 stars, 87 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Complexity and Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Policies, Health Policy, Climate Change Programs, Program Evaluation, Sustainable Development, Agentic systems, Environmental Issue, Social Sciences, Human Services, Economics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Storytelling

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • P

    Pearson

    International Economic Policy

    Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Economics, International Relations, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Financial Policy, Public Policies, Supply And Demand

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Ethics in Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Economics

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

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • C

    Coursera

    Market Research Analyst: AI, Power BI, SurveyMonkey skilled

    Skills you'll gain: Persona Development, Market Intelligence, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Data Visualization, Qualitative Research, Competitive Intelligence, Competitive Analysis, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Trend Analysis, Market Research, Data Ethics, Power BI, LinkedIn, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, R Programming, Strategic Thinking

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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Best Policy Analysis courses from O.P. Jindal Global University

Top-rated Policy Analysis courses offered by O.P. Jindal Global University on Coursera.

  1. 1
    M.A. Public Policy
    O.P. Jindal Global University1 - 4 YearsO.P. Jindal Global University
  2. 2
    Theories of Public Policy
    O.P. Jindal Global UniversityBeginner1 - 3 Months4.8(6)O.P. Jindal Global University
  3. 3
    Law, Governance, and Public Policy
    O.P. Jindal Global UniversityBeginner1 - 3 Months4.8(87)O.P. Jindal Global University

Best Policy Analysis certificate programs

Earn a certificate in Policy Analysis from top universities and companies.

  1. 1
    Social Impact & Public Policy
    University of MichiganBeginner3 - 6 Months4.8(969)Specialization
  2. 2
    Market Research Analyst: AI, Power BI, SurveyMonkey skilled
    CourseraBeginner3 - 6 Months1.0(1)Professional Certificate

Best Policy Analysis courses for beginners

Top-rated beginner-friendly Policy Analysis courses with no prerequisites.

  1. 1
    Using Public Policy for Social Change
    University of MichiganBeginner1 - 4 Weeks4.9(193)No prerequisites
  2. 2
    Statistical Analysis in Political Science with SPSS
    Sage PublicationsBeginner1 - 4 WeeksNo prerequisites
  3. 3
    Understanding economic policymaking
    IE Business SchoolBeginner1 - 3 Months4.8(1,064)No prerequisites

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