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Public Administration Courses

Public administration courses can help you learn policy analysis, public finance management, organizational behavior, and program evaluation. You can build skills in effective communication with stakeholders, strategic planning, and ethical decision-making in governance. Many courses introduce tools such as data visualization software, budgeting applications, and performance measurement frameworks that support the implementation of public policies and enhance service delivery.


Popular Public Administration Courses and Certifications


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    IBM

    IBM Data Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Extract, Transform, Load, Database Administration, Apache Spark, Data Warehousing, Web Scraping, Data Pipelines, Apache Hadoop, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Design, Database Management, Relational Databases, Linux Commands, SQL, IBM Cognos Analytics, Generative AI, Professional Networking, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Data Science

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Starweaver

    Procurement for Governments

    Skills you'll gain: Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Public Administration, Governance, Digital Transformation, Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Sustainable Development, Business Ethics, Public Policies, Compliance Management, Mitigation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Fraud detection, Regulatory Compliance, Stakeholder Engagement

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    System Administration and IT Infrastructure Services

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Administration, IT Infrastructure, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Cloud Management, Operating System Administration, Active Directory, Server Administration, Disaster Recovery, Cloud Infrastructure, Technical Consulting, Information Technology, System Configuration, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Servers, Network Administration, Network Infrastructure, Data Storage

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    Project Management Communication, Stakeholders & Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Resource Management, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Project Schedules, Resource Planning, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Stakeholder Communications, Negotiation, Project Management, Resource Allocation, Leadership, Timelines, Scheduling, Team Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Communication Planning, Project Management Life Cycle, Drive Engagement, Communication

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    196 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Smart Cities – Management of Smart Urban Infrastructures

    Skills you'll gain: Transportation Operations, Governance, Technical Management, Systems Thinking, Emerging Technologies, Technology Strategies, Innovation, Infrastructure Architecture, Digital Transformation, Sustainable Development, Social Sciences, Public Affairs, Communication Systems

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Public Speaking with Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Multimedia

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Management of Urban Infrastructures – part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Case Studies, Public Works, Transportation Management, Electric Power Systems, Operations Management, Transportation Operations, Stakeholder Management, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management, Environmental Issue, Economics, Socioeconomics

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Principles of Public Relations

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Communication, Public Relations, Communication Planning, Marketing and Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Corporate Sustainability, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Media Relations, Business Ethics, Branding, Research, Stakeholder Engagement

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Glasgow

    MBA Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership and Management, Business Administration, Leadership Studies, Supply Chain, Marketing Strategies, Digital Transformation, Supply Chain Management, Organizational Change, Business Leadership, Sustainable Business, Marketing, Financial Data, Business Operations, Business Management, Strategic Marketing, Innovation, Corporate Sustainability, Accounting, Change Management, Project Management

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    The People, Power, and Pride of Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Community Health, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Promotion, Media and Communications, Community Outreach, Data Collection, Injury Prevention, Nutrition and Diet, Child Health

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    MedCerts

    Medical Office Procedures and Administration Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Medical Records, Healthcare Ethics, Medical Office Procedures, Electronic Medical Record System, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Conflict Management, Health Information Management, Patient Communication, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Electronic Medical Record, Patient Coordination, Cultural Responsiveness, Intercultural Competence, Patient Registration, Medical History Documentation, Care Coordination, Patient-centered Care, Cultural Diversity, Professionalism

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University at Buffalo

    Improving Leadership & Governance in Nonprofit Organizations

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

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • IBM Data Engineering: IBM
  • Procurement for Governments: Starweaver
  • System Administration and IT Infrastructure Services: Google
  • Project Management Communication, Stakeholders & Leadership : SkillUp
  • Smart Cities – Management of Smart Urban Infrastructures: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Public Speaking with Canva: Coursera
  • Management of Urban Infrastructures – part 1: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Principles of Public Relations: University of Colorado Boulder
  • MBA Essentials: University of Glasgow
  • The People, Power, and Pride of Public Health: Johns Hopkins University

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