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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


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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Cybersecurity in Healthcare (Hospitals & Care Centres)

    Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Human Factors (Security), Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Security Awareness, Cyber Risk, Computer Security Awareness Training, Patient Safety, Malware Protection, Encryption, Health Technology, Data Security, Information Privacy, Digital Communications

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École normale supérieure

    Les transitions énergétique & écologique dans les pays du Sud

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Economic Development, Socioeconomics, Climate Change Mitigation, Environment and Resource Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Environmental Policy, Risk Management, Economics, Investment Banking, Banking, Governance, Public Policies

    4.8
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    391 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Corruption

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Case Studies, Governance, Social Impact, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Policy Analysis, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Leadership Studies, Analysis, Political Sciences, Psychology, Economic Development

    4.7
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    550 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The State University of New York

    Global Health Diplomacy

    Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, Health Policy, Governance, Health Systems, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, International Finance, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Health Care, Public Safety and National Security, Philanthropy, Advocacy, Economic Development, Case Studies

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    128 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    CertNexus

    Turn Ethical Frameworks into Actionable Steps

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Business Ethics, Strategic Thinking, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Regulatory Compliance, Analytical Skills, Responsible AI, Technology Strategies, Compliance Management, Decision Making, Business Analysis, Business Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Information Privacy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    155 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Columbia University

    Causal Inference

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Regression Analysis, Statistical Methods, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Modeling, Machine Learning, Experimentation, Data Collection, Probability & Statistics, Research Design, Econometrics, Program Evaluation, Logistic Regression

    3.4
    Rating, 3.4 out of 5 stars
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    102 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    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
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    100 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Emerging Trends & Technologies in the Virtual K-12 Classroom

    Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Learning Management Systems, Virtual Environment, Augmented Reality, Teaching, Game Design, Emerging Technologies, Virtual Networking, Information Privacy, Social Media, Technology Strategies

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    667 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Empower School of Health

    Ethical Consideration in Digital Health

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Data Ethics, Medical Privacy, Responsible AI, Clinical Research Ethics, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Information Management, Health Care, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, AI Security, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Health Technology, Regulatory Compliance, Information Privacy, Telehealth, Health Equity, Informed Consent, Data Security, Data Governance

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnKartS

    Campus to Corporate Training Program

    Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Active Listening, Problem Solving, Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Verbal Communication Skills, Growth Mindedness, Team Leadership, Productivity, Personal Integrity, Workplace Bullying Intervention, Compliance Management, Information Privacy, Security Controls, Overcoming Obstacles, Accountability, Communication, Mental Health, Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    431 reviews

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    New York University

    Climate Change and Human Rights

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Environmental Policy, Climate Change Adaptation, Social Justice, Climate Change Mitigation, Sustainable Development, Environmental Laws, Legal Strategy, International Relations, Human Development, Trend Analysis, Case Studies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    889 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Homeland Security & Cybersecurity Connection - It's Not About the Terrorists

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure Security, Public Safety and National Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Policies, Security Strategy, Threat Modeling, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, World History, Risk Management Framework

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    383 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Cybersecurity in Healthcare (Hospitals & Care Centres): Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Les transitions énergétique & écologique dans les pays du Sud: École normale supérieure
  • Corruption: University of Pennsylvania
  • Global Health Diplomacy: The State University of New York
  • Turn Ethical Frameworks into Actionable Steps: CertNexus
  • Causal Inference: Columbia University
  • Essentials with Azure Fundamentals: Microsoft
  • Emerging Trends & Technologies in the Virtual K-12 Classroom: University of California, Irvine
  • Ethical Consideration in Digital Health: Empower School of Health
  • Campus to Corporate Training Program: LearnKartS

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