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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.

Popular Policy Courses and Certifications


  • B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Transformación digital de Gobiernos

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, Data Management, Big Data, Talent Management, Human Capital, Infrastructure Security, Interoperability, Technology Strategies, Analytics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Data Security, Administration, Project Design, Public Policies, Data Governance, digital literacy, Policy Development, Process Improvement, Project Management

    ★ 4.8 (148) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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  • T

    The Museum of Modern Art

    Reimagining Blackness and Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Storytelling, Diversity Awareness, Community Development, Community Organizing, Social Impact, Design Thinking, Public History, Performing Arts, Creativity, Liberal Arts, Aesthetics, Cultural Diversity, Art History, Design Strategies, Culture, Media and Communications

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

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  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Healthy Aging and the Future of Cannabis Research

    Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Public Health, Exercise Science, Health Policy, Substance Abuse, Preventative Care, Geriatrics, Kinesiology, Pain Management, Research, Immunology, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmacology, Clinical Research, Science and Research, Risk Analysis, Chronic Diseases, Physiology, Personal Development, Psychology

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

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  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    ChatGPT + Excel: Master AI-driven Formulas & Visualizations

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, ChatGPT, Spreadsheet Software, Interactive Data Visualization, AI Enablement, Multimodal Prompts, Generative AI, Prototyping, Verification And Validation

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

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  • U

    Universidad Austral

    Historia de las reglas del fútbol en Inglaterra y en Argentina

    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, World History, Governance, Ancient History, Labor Law, European History, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Public History

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

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  • U

    University of Geneva

    In the footsteps of Zika… approaching the unknown

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Infection Control, Health Disparities, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Social Determinants Of Health, Socioeconomics, Public Health, Health Equity, Emergency Response, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Adaptation, Social Justice, Media and Communications, Neurology, Anthropology, Maternal Health, Diagnostic Tests, Research

    ★ 4.7 (115) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Climate Change, Sustainability, and Global Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Programs, Environment, Environmental Regulations, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Environmental Policy, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Issue, Environmental Laws, Energy and Utilities, Environment Health And Safety, Climate Change Adaptation, Environment and Resource Management, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Mitigation, Environmental Science, Health Assessment, Sustainability Standards, Public Health, Pollution Prevention

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

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  • U

    University of Copenhagen

    Non-Communicable Diseases in Humanitarian Settings

    Skills you'll gain: Chronic Diseases, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Healthcare Ethics, Crisis Intervention, Community Health, Public Health, Triage, Long Term Care, Emergency Response, Health Policy, Epidemiology, Preventative Care, Care Management, Health Systems, Social Determinants Of Health, Risk Analysis

    ★ 4.8 (119) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    When Disaster Meets Conflict

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Development, Conflict Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Disaster Recovery, Policy Analysis, Emergency Response, Mitigation, International Relations, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Public Safety and National Security, Decision Intelligence

    ★ 4.7 (87) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • N

    New York University

    Richard Schechner's Introduction to Performance Studies

    Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Art History, Peer Review, World History, Intercultural Competence, Liberal Arts, Culture, Music, Ancient History, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Anthropology, Media and Communications, Electronic Media

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

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  • U

    University of Geneva

    Violence Against Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Emergency Medical Services, Patient Safety, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Care, Patient Advocacy, Health Systems, Safety Assurance, Legal Risk, Community Health, Crisis Intervention, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Safety and Security, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Mitigation, Emergency Response, Health Policy, Risk Management

    ★ 4.5 (80) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • E

    EDHEC Business School

    Economics and Policies of Climate Change

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Policy, Economics, Climate Change Programs, Environmental Issue, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Financial Policy, Climate Change Mitigation, Cost Benefit Analysis, Policy Analysis, Climate Change Adaptation, Futures Exchange, Environmental Regulations, Derivatives, Market Analysis, Financial Market, Tax, Financial Trading, Mathematical Modeling

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

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

  • Transformación digital de Gobiernos: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Reimagining Blackness and Architecture: The Museum of Modern Art
  • Healthy Aging and the Future of Cannabis Research: University of Colorado Boulder
  • ChatGPT + Excel: Master AI-driven Formulas & Visualizations: Vanderbilt University
  • Historia de las reglas del fútbol en Inglaterra y en Argentina: Universidad Austral
  • In the footsteps of Zika… approaching the unknown: University of Geneva
  • Climate Change, Sustainability, and Global Public Health: University of Michigan
  • Non-Communicable Diseases in Humanitarian Settings: University of Copenhagen
  • When Disaster Meets Conflict: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Richard Schechner's Introduction to Performance Studies: New York University

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