Policy courses can help you learn about public policy analysis, regulatory frameworks, and advocacy strategies. You can build skills in data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and effective communication to influence decision-making processes. Many courses introduce tools such as policy simulation software, data visualization platforms, and statistical analysis programs that aid in evaluating policy impacts and crafting evidence-based recommendations.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computational Logic, Model Evaluation, Markov Model, Responsible AI, Machine Learning Algorithms, Decision Intelligence, AI Workflows, Model Optimization, Artificial Intelligence, Agentic systems, Machine Learning, Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Statistical Machine Learning, Theoretical Computer Science, Applied Mathematics
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Public Policies, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Program Evaluation, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Administration, Public Affairs, Lobbying, Advocacy, Decision Intelligence, Governance, Electronic Media
★ 4.8 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Water Resource Management, Energy and Utilities, Water Sustainability, Environmental Engineering, Hydrology, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Stormwater Management, Natural Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Sustainable Technologies, Environmental Issue, Water Quality, Public Works, Land Management, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Environmental Policy, Waste Minimization, Demography
★ 4.7 (2.2K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
Skills you'll gain: Benefits Administration, Compensation and Benefits, Employee Assistance Programs, Compensation Strategy, Benefits Enrollment Processes, Financial Services, Compensation Management, Insurance, Communication, Technical Communication, Administration, Tax Management, Equities, Training Programs, Payroll Tax, Program Evaluation, Investments
★ 4.8 (17) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Pearson
Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Sociology, Culture, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Gerontology, Community Organizing, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Demography, Research, Research Methodologies, Socioeconomics, Cultural Responsiveness, Qualitative Research, International Relations, Social Impact, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Sensitivity
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: People Management, Financial Reporting, Financial Acumen, Financial Data, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Accounting, Social Determinants Of Health, Operations Management, Income Statement, Employee Performance Management, Financial Analysis, Leadership and Management, Health Systems, Operational Performance Management, Human Capital, Health Care Administration, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Care, Insurance
★ 4.6 (2K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Storytelling, Writing and Editing, Editing, Constructive Feedback, Content Creation, Follow Through, Oral Expression, Creative Thinking, Goal Setting, Self-Discipline
★ 4.3 (376) · Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Organizational Strategy, Leadership and Management, Business Management, Complex Problem Solving, Social Impact, Corporate Sustainability, Organizational Effectiveness, Culture, Sustainable Business, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Accountability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Windows Servers, Computer Security, Linux Administration, Disaster Recovery, Authorization (Computing), Linux, Linux Servers, Microsoft Windows, Authentications, Operating System Administration, OSI Models, User Accounts, Group Policy, Security Management, User Provisioning, Ubuntu, IT Management, System Monitoring, Systems Administration, Cybersecurity
★ 4.6 (2K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Sage Publications
Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Research Design, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Research Methodologies, Clinical Trials, Research, Clinical Research Ethics, Clinical Research, Healthcare Ethics, Data Synthesis, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Informed Consent, Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Analysis, Data Collection, Program Evaluation, Market Research, Control Systems
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of New Mexico
Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, International Relations, Social Studies, Political Sciences, Economic Development, Culture, Global Marketing, Socioeconomics, Cultural Diversity, World History, Intercultural Competence, Business Economics, Cultural Sensitivity, Economics, Business, Financial Market
★ 4.7 (2.3K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Sage Publications
Skills you'll gain: Human Resource Management, Human Resources, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Capital, Human Resource Strategy, International Relations, Labor Law, Labor Compliance, Job Analysis, Labor Relations, Sustainable Systems, Employee Relations, Workforce Management, Corporate Sustainability, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Organizational Structure, Business Management, Resource Management, Business Communication
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months