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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


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    American Psychological Association

    Positive Psychology: The Science of Happiness

    Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Optimism, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Policies, Compassion, Policy Analysis, Psychology, Mental Health, Resilience, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Empathy, Mindfulness, Relationship Building, Mental and Behavioral Health, Goal Setting, Research

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    University of Michigan

    The Influence of Social Context on Health

    Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Policy, Public Health, Socioeconomics, Community Health, Health Systems, Behavioral Health, Social Studies, Mental and Behavioral Health, Occupational Health, Psychology, Environmental Issue

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Pillar #2: Drug Utilization - Drivers and Consequences

    Skills you'll gain: Medication Therapy Management, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmacology, Medical Prescription, Patient Education And Counseling, Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Pharmacy, Patient Education and Support, Drug Development, Value-Based Care, Utilization Management, Health Policy, Clinical Research, Patient Safety, Research Design, Epidemiology

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    Lund University

    Urban Climate Governance: Towards 1.5° Celsius Alignment

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Programs, Climate Change Mitigation, Natural Resource Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Energy and Utilities, Sustainable Design, Scientific Methods, Sustainable Technologies, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Transportation Operations, Environmental Policy, Governance

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    STARWEAVER

    Gen AI For Sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Sustainable Development, Social Impact, Data Ethics, Sustainable Business, Generative AI, Sustainable Systems, Corporate Sustainability, AI literacy, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Sustainability Reporting, Diversity and Inclusion, Artificial Intelligence, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Business Ethics, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Issue, Problem Solving, Content Strategy

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Infosec

    Laravel: Configure, Validate, Authenticate and Authorize

    Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Application Security, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Data Validation, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Security Controls, Configuration Management, Package and Software Management, Cybersecurity, Identity and Access Management, Software Installation, Computer Programming, Information Technology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Wesleyan University

    Designing and Building Institutional Anti-Racist Spaces

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Training, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Programs, Workplace inclusivity, Systems Thinking, Cultural Responsiveness, Community Organizing, Litigation and Civil Justice, Cultural Diversity, Policy Analysis, Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Public Affairs

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Mixed Methods Research: Bridging Qualitative & Quantitative

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Data Collection, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Qualitative Research, Data Synthesis, Data Ethics, Quantitative Research, Business Research, Research Reports, Research and Design, Data Integration, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Research, Report Writing, Science and Research, Stakeholder Communications, Technical Communication, Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Platform Thinking: exploiting data through platforms

    Skills you'll gain: Data Strategy, Data Ethics, Data Sharing, Customer Data Management, Market Opportunities, Data Governance, Data Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Literacy, Advertising, Strategic Thinking, Personalized Service, Business Transformation, Innovation, Business Modeling

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    History of Racial Inequity in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Social Justice, Social Determinants Of Health, Public Health, Medicaid, Health Systems, Health Policy, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Diversity Awareness, Anthropology, Community Health, Social Sciences, Sociology, Medicare, Community Organizing, Biology

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Translating Basic Research into Research for Humans

    Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Clinical Research, Drug Development, Clinical Trials, Medical Science and Research, Biomedical Technology, Pharmaceuticals, Laboratory Research, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Health Policy, Research, Biology, Biochemistry, Scientific Methods, Research Methodologies

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Envisioning Educational Transformation

    Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, International Relations, Systems Thinking, World History, Systems Analysis, Community Development, Leadership, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Intercultural Competence, Policy Analysis, Discussion Facilitation, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

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

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

  • Positive Psychology: The Science of Happiness: American Psychological Association
  • The Influence of Social Context on Health: University of Michigan
  • Pillar #2: Drug Utilization - Drivers and Consequences: Johns Hopkins University
  • Urban Climate Governance: Towards 1.5° Celsius Alignment: Lund University
  • Gen AI For Sustainability: STARWEAVER
  • Laravel: Configure, Validate, Authenticate and Authorize: Infosec
  • Designing and Building Institutional Anti-Racist Spaces: Wesleyan University
  • Mixed Methods Research: Bridging Qualitative & Quantitative: Coursera
  • Platform Thinking: exploiting data through platforms: Politecnico di Milano
  • History of Racial Inequity in Healthcare: University of Michigan

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