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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


  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Infectious Disease Transmission Models for Decision-Makers

    Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Public Health, Infection Control, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Policy Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Case Studies, Biostatistics, Predictive Modeling, Decision Intelligence, Decision Support Systems, Vulnerability

    4.7 stars, 643 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Copenhagen

    Constitutional Struggles in the Muslim World

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, International Relations, Governance, World History, Policy Analysis, Sociology, Civil Law, Socioeconomics, Public Safety and National Security, European History, Economics

    4.8 stars, 760 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (760) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Major Depression in the Population: A Public Health Approach

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health and Disease Prevention, Community Mental Health Services, Research Methodologies, Health Policy, Public Health, Epidemiology, Mental Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Research Design, Health Disparities, Maternal Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychiatry, Mental and Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health, Mental Health Therapies, Cultural Sensitivity

    4.7 stars, 384 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (384) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of London

    Refugees in the 21st Century

    Skills you'll gain: Immigration Law, Case Studies, International Relations, Diplomacy, World History, Social Justice, Sustainable Development, Socioeconomics, Demography, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Social Sciences, Peer Review, Political Sciences, European History

    4.8 stars, 577 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    Universiteit Leiden

    Political Economy of Institutions and Development

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, International Relations, Sustainable Development, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Economic Development, Governance, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Economics, Public Policies, Diplomacy, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Analysis

    4.7 stars, 396 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (396) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Global Trends for Business and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Demography, Market Trend, Trend Analysis, International Relations, International Finance, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, Financial Systems, World History, Economic Development, Economics, Business Economics, Consumer Behaviour, Financial Policy, Public Safety and National Security, Governance

    4.8 stars, 926 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (926) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Medical Cannabis: The Health Effects of THC and CBD

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Psychiatry, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Pharmacology, Mental Health Therapies, Public Health, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Gerontology, Mental Health, Pharmaceuticals, Medical Science and Research, Substance Abuse, Hospice, Medication Administration, Research, Mental and Behavioral Health, Exercise Science, Epidemiology

    4.7 stars, 525 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (525) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • H

    HRCI

    Employee Relations

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Performance Appraisal, Performance Management, Human Resource Policies, Organizational Structure, Policy Development, Conflict Management, Employee Relations, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Human Resources, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources Management and Planning, Employee Engagement, Staff Management, Business Ethics, Labor Relations, Workforce Planning, Organizational Effectiveness, Business Continuity

    4.8 stars, 354 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Geneva

    Global Health: An Interdisciplinary Overview

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Environmental Science, Environment Health And Safety, Health Equity, Environment and Resource Management, Health Disparities, Health Systems, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Infection Control, International Relations, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Epidemiology, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Policy, Health Care, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Socioeconomics, Governance, Sustainable Development

    4.5 stars, 502 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (502) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    INSEAD

    Transacting on the Blockchain

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Digital Assets, FinTech, Payment Systems, Financial Inclusion, Digital Transformation, Emerging Technologies, Financial Systems, Identity and Access Management, Business Transformation, Distributed Computing, Financial Services, Cryptographic Protocols, Cost Reduction, Information Privacy

    4.8 stars, 925 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Introduction to Household Water Treatment and Safe Storage

    4.8 stars, 1.1K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.1K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Ethics in the Age of AI

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Model Training, Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, AI Security, OpenAI, Data Collection, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Information Privacy, Artificial Intelligence, Game Theory, Large Language Modeling, Algorithms, AI literacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Machine Learning Algorithms, Analytical Skills, Analysis

    4.6 stars, 999 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (999) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular policy courses

  • Infectious Disease Transmission Models for Decision-Makers: Johns Hopkins University
  • Constitutional Struggles in the Muslim World: University of Copenhagen
  • Major Depression in the Population: A Public Health Approach: Johns Hopkins University
  • Refugees in the 21st Century: University of London
  • Political Economy of Institutions and Development: Universiteit Leiden
  • Global Trends for Business and Society: University of Pennsylvania
  • Medical Cannabis: The Health Effects of THC and CBD: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Employee Relations: HRCI
  • Global Health: An Interdisciplinary Overview: University of Geneva
  • Transacting on the Blockchain: INSEAD

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