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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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    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

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    ESG and Social Activism

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Governance, Corporate Sustainability, Diversity and Inclusion, Corporate Strategy, Business Ethics, Crisis Management, Social Impact, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Communication, Risk Management, Executive Recruitment, Stakeholder Analysis, Succession Planning

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Market Equilibrium, Government Policy & Elasticity

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Behavioral Economics, Supply And Demand, Policy Analysis, Market Dynamics, Business Economics, Public Policies, Socioeconomics, Consumer Behaviour, Political Sciences, Decision Making

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    35 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Firearm Purchaser Licensing Teach-Out: The Background Check Policy Not Enough People Are Talking About

    Skills you'll gain: Advocacy, Surveys

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    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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    22 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Audit Expenses: Comply, Explain, and Apply

    Skills you'll gain: Expense Management, Travel Arrangements, Auditing, Accounts Payable, Accounting, Cost Control, Compliance Auditing, Compliance Management, Fraud detection, Decision Making, Document Management, Record Keeping, Verification And Validation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Cybersecurity Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Penetration Testing, Azure Active Directory, Network Security, Computer Systems, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Testing, Encryption, Cybersecurity, System Testing, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Threat Management, Cloud Computing, Authentications, Active Directory, Operating Systems, Data Management, Computer Security Incident Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Università Bocconi

    Food & Beverage Management

    Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Hospitality Management, Restaurant Management, Product Quality (QA/QC), Global Marketing, Market Dynamics, Business Strategy, Consumer Behaviour, Value Propositions, Competitive Analysis, Brand Management, Growth Strategies, Marketing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The State University of New York

    Health and Safety of a Home-Based Childcare Center

    Skills you'll gain: Injury Prevention, Accident Prevention, Emotional Intelligence, Emergency Response, Nutrition and Diet, Safety Training, Working With Children, Child Welfare, Child Health, Resilience, Social Skills, Environment Health And Safety, Safety Standards, Health And Safety Standards, Mental Health, Policy Development, Meal Planning And Preparation, First Aid, Record Keeping

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    30 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Digitizing Population Health in Low-Resource Settings

    Skills you'll gain: User Centered Design, Health Promotion, Health Information Management, digital literacy, Health Policy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    When to Regulate? The Digital Divide and Net Neutrality

    Skills you'll gain: Network Performance Management, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Business Economics, Socioeconomics, digital literacy, Telecommunications, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Technical Writing

    Build toward a degree

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of London

    Global Diplomacy: the United Nations in the World

    Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, Crisis Intervention, Sustainable Development, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Social Justice, Governance, Advocacy, Policy Analysis, Human Development, World History, Case Studies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Epidemiology: The Basic Science of Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Research Design, Community Health, Health Policy, Research Methodologies, Social Determinants Of Health, Science and Research, Statistical Analysis, Chronic Diseases

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Exploring Algorithmic Bias as a Policy Issue: A Teach-Out: Johns Hopkins University
  • ESG and Social Activism: University of Pennsylvania
  • Market Equilibrium, Government Policy & Elasticity: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Firearm Purchaser Licensing Teach-Out: The Background Check Policy Not Enough People Are Talking About: Johns Hopkins University
  • Audit Expenses: Comply, Explain, and Apply: Coursera
  • Microsoft Cybersecurity Analyst: Microsoft
  • Food & Beverage Management: Università Bocconi
  • Health and Safety of a Home-Based Childcare Center: The State University of New York
  • Digitizing Population Health in Low-Resource Settings: Johns Hopkins University
  • When to Regulate? The Digital Divide and Net Neutrality: University of Colorado Boulder

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