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Policy Courses

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


  • U

    University of Lausanne

    Ecologie Politique: défi de la durabilité pour les démocraties

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Environmental Issue, Social Studies, Sustainable Development, Public Policies, European History, Governance, Economics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    210 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Washington

    Communicating Data Science Results

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Statistical Visualization, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Data Governance, Big Data, Technical Communication, Cloud Computing, Amazon Web Services, Information Privacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    3.4
    Rating, 3.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    142 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Privacy Law and HIPAA

    Skills you'll gain: Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Medical Privacy, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Personally Identifiable Information, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Health Information Management, Compliance Management, Data Security, Incident Response, Risk Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    181 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Imperial College London

    Global Disease Masterclass: Communicable Diseases Epidemiology, Intervention and Prevention

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Public Health, Microbiology, Community Health, Health Education, Social Determinants Of Health, Preventative Care, Health Care, Health Policy, Trend Analysis, Immunology, Clinical Research, Data Access

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    187 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Microsoft

    Essentials with Azure Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Cloud Management, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Platforms, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Virtual Machines, System Monitoring, Cloud Security, Scalability

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    107 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Utrecht University

    Inequality and Democracy

    Skills you'll gain: Lobbying, Political Sciences, Socioeconomics, Tax Laws, Social Sciences, Economics, Commercial Laws, Policy Analysis, Governance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    58 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, World History, Sociology, Trend Analysis, Data Analysis, Big Data, Research, Higher Education, Political Sciences, Case Studies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    127 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    Tel Aviv University

    Economic Growth and Distributive Justice Part II - Maximize Social Wellbeing

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Tax, Economic Development, Social Justice, Socioeconomics, Public Policies, Sustainable Development, Tax Management, Policy Analysis, Income Tax, Market Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    135 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    United Cities and Local Governments of Africa

    Planning for Climate Change in African Cities

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Programs, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Policy, Environmental Issue, Social Determinants Of Health, Community Development, Environmental Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Decision Support Systems, Governance, Vulnerability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    128 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Cannabis, Chronic Pain, and Related Disorders

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Public Health, Health Policy, Substance Abuse, Research, Hospice, Epidemiology, Chronic Diseases, Oncology, Pharmacology, Mental Health, Nutrition and Diet

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    150 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Vital Skills for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Security, Data Presentation, User Centered Design, User Experience Design, Technical Communication, Cybersecurity, Healthcare Ethics, Usability, Statistical Reporting, Human Centered Design, Authentications, Data Storytelling, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Information Privacy, Responsible AI, Analysis

    Build toward a degree

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    126 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • L

    Lund University

    Working for a sustainable future: concepts and approaches

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Business, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainability Standards, Policy Development, Environmental Policy, Environmental Science, Climate Change Programs, Innovation, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Mathematical Modeling, Governance, Geospatial Information and Technology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    124 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Ecologie Politique: défi de la durabilité pour les démocraties: University of Lausanne
  • Communicating Data Science Results: University of Washington
  • Privacy Law and HIPAA: University of Pennsylvania
  • Global Disease Masterclass: Communicable Diseases Epidemiology, Intervention and Prevention: Imperial College London
  • Essentials with Azure Fundamentals: Microsoft
  • Inequality and Democracy: Utrecht University
  • Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 1: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Economic Growth and Distributive Justice Part II - Maximize Social Wellbeing: Tel Aviv University
  • Planning for Climate Change in African Cities: United Cities and Local Governments of Africa
  • Cannabis, Chronic Pain, and Related Disorders: University of Colorado Boulder

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