Politics courses can help you learn about political theory, governance structures, electoral systems, and public policy analysis. You can build skills in critical thinking, debate techniques, and effective communication strategies. Many courses introduce tools like data analysis software for interpreting political trends and survey tools for gauging public opinion, that support understanding voter behavior and shaping campaign strategies.

Queen Mary University of London
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Change Management, Stakeholder Communications, Professional Networking, Matrix Management, Organizational Change, Organizational Leadership, Stakeholder Analysis, Leadership, Organizational Structure, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Influencing, Professional Development, Organizational Strategy, Relationship Building, Personal Development, Branding, Storytelling
★ 4.7 (44) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Public Affairs, Social Sciences, Social Studies, Advocacy, Public Policies, Governance, Public Administration
★ 4.8 (116) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Negotiation, Organizational Effectiveness, Intercultural Competence, Stakeholder Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Relationship Management, Self-Awareness, Relationship Building, Tactfulness, Communication Strategies, Communication, Culture
★ 4.7 (851) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
McMaster University
Skills you'll gain: Financial Market, Financial Systems, Securities (Finance), Capital Markets, Financial Trading, Derivatives, Securities Trading, Equities, Financial Policy, Finance, International Finance, Investments, Market Dynamics, Presentations
★ 4.7 (417) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Erasmus University Rotterdam
Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, European History, Ancient History, Policy Analysis, Social Studies, Liberal Arts, Creativity, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct
★ 4.5 (42) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

O.P. Jindal Global University
Skills you'll gain: Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Economics
★ 4.4 (25) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Skills you'll gain: Demography, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, International Relations, Sociology, Culture, World History, Cultural Diversity, Policy Analysis, Governance, Economics, Conflict Management
★ 4.7 (383) · Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Public Affairs, Media and Communications, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Diplomacy, International Relations, Social Impact, Public History, Investigation
★ 4.7 (506) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: Infographics, Adobe Illustrator, Graphic and Visual Design, Diagram Design, Graphic Design, Visual Design, Typography, Layout Design, Design Elements And Principles, Visual Storytelling, Graphical Tools, Storytelling, Color Theory
★ 4.6 (960) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Programs, Climate Change Mitigation, Climate Change Adaptation, Social Impact, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Design, Mitigation, Driving engagement
★ 4.7 (204) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Community Organizing, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Advocacy, Environmental Laws, Public Policies, Social Sciences, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, International Relations, World History
★ 4.9 (519) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Sage Publications
Skills you'll gain: SPSS, SPSS (Software), Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Data Entry, Data Literacy, Research, Descriptive Statistics, Research Methodologies, Data Analysis, Science and Research, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Research Design, Statistical Software, Statistics, Quantitative Research, International Relations, Data Visualization, Statistical Inference
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks