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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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    University of Michigan

    Securing Digital Democracy

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Policies, Security Engineering, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Threat Modeling, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, Vulnerability Assessments, Public Policies, Human Factors, Human Computer Interaction, Usability, Software Testing

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    171 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    CertNexus

    Promote the Ethical Use of Data-Driven Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Emerging Technologies, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Big Data, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Artificial Intelligence, Diversity and Inclusion, Decision Making, Data Science

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    288 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Humanidades digitales

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Liberal Arts, digital literacy, Informatics, Image Analysis, Human Computer Interaction, Research, Computer Science, Public History, Technology Solutions, Open Source Technology, Research Methodologies, Data Ethics, Computer Vision, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Artificial Intelligence, Media and Communications, Information Privacy

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    Yale University

    America's Unwritten Constitution

    Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Court Systems, Legal Proceedings, Legal Research, Policy Analysis, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Political Sciences, Civil Law, Governance

    4.8
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    282 reviews

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    University of Pennsylvania

    The Economics of Health Care Delivery

    Skills you'll gain: Managed Care, Health Systems, Health Care Administration, Health Care, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Policy, Medicaid, Value-Based Care, Medicare, Insurance, Payment Systems, Cost Reduction, Regulation and Legal Compliance

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    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    What to Finance in Health and at What Price?

    Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Health Equity, Health Systems, Health Care, Public Health, Prioritization, Healthcare Ethics, Policy Analysis, Resource Allocation, Governance, Cost Benefit Analysis, Pharmaceuticals, Health Technology, Price Negotiation, Decision Making, Market Dynamics

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Intro to AR/VR/MR/XR: Technologies, Applications & Issues

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Emerging Technologies, Virtual Environment, Display Devices, Design Strategies, Human Computer Interaction, User Experience Design, Information Privacy, Conceptual Design, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Innovation, Personally Identifiable Information, Safety and Security, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

    Environmental Management & Ethics

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Regulations, Environmental Laws, Environment, Environmental Policy, Environmental Management Systems, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Systems Thinking, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cost Benefit Analysis, Case Studies

    4.7
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    426 reviews

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    Lund University

    Artificial Intelligence: Ethics & Societal Challenges

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Social Impact, Social Justice, Algorithms, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Information Privacy, Governance

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    IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad

    Strategy and Game Theory for Management

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Game Theory, Behavioral Economics, Business Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Complex Problem Solving, Problem Solving, Strategic Leadership, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Market Dynamics, Organizational Change, Business Analysis, Economics, Digital Media Strategy, Market Opportunities, Negotiation, Risk Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Innovation

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Exploring Algorithmic Bias as a Policy Issue: A Teach-Out

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Responsible AI, Policy Analysis, Social Justice, Public Policies, Diversity Awareness, Data Ethics, Machine Learning

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    IBM

    Generative AI: Impact, Considerations, and Ethical Issues

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Business Ethics, Legal Risk, Socioeconomics, AI Security, Social Impact, Information Privacy, Accountability

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Securing Digital Democracy: University of Michigan
  • Promote the Ethical Use of Data-Driven Technologies: CertNexus
  • Humanidades digitales: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • America's Unwritten Constitution: Yale University
  • The Economics of Health Care Delivery: University of Pennsylvania
  • What to Finance in Health and at What Price?: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Intro to AR/VR/MR/XR: Technologies, Applications & Issues: University of Michigan
  • Environmental Management & Ethics: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
  • Artificial Intelligence: Ethics & Societal Challenges: Lund University
  • Strategy and Game Theory for Management: IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad

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