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.

Council on Foreign Relations
Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Policy, Climate Change Programs, Energy and Utilities, Social Justice, Social Impact, Environmental Issue, Environment, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Mitigation, Public Policies, Emerging Technologies, Pollution Prevention, International Relations, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Technologies, Diplomacy, Governance
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Cross-Functional Collaboration, Corporate Strategy, Teamwork, Team Leadership, World History, Negotiation, Branding, Economics, Communication Strategies, Leadership and Management, Brand Strategy, Stakeholder Analysis, Political Sciences, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Planning, Market Dynamics, Decision Making, Business Management, Sustainable Business, Stakeholder Engagement
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Sciences Po
Skills you'll gain: Oil and Gas, Petroleum Industry, Energy and Utilities, Climate Change Mitigation, International Relations, Environmental Issue, Electric Power Systems, Pollution Prevention, Environment and Resource Management, Economic Development, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Policy, Economics, Political Sciences, Social Studies, Sustainable Technologies, Market Dynamics, Sustainable Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of London
Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, Emergency Response, Crisis Intervention, Sustainable Development, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Social Justice, Public Safety and National Security, Governance, Advocacy, Policy Analysis, World History
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Creo Incubator
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Relationship Building, Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Partnership, Stakeholder Communications, Influencing, Relationship Management, Internal Communications, Professional Networking, Conflict Management, Political Sciences, Collaboration, Organizational Effectiveness, Risk Analysis, Leadership Studies, Advocacy, Personal Integrity, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Social Studies, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Liberal Arts, Governance, Economics, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Risk Management Framework, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Case Studies, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Workplace inclusivity, Corporate Sustainability, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Governance, Climate Change Programs, Investment Management, Sustainable Business, Waste Minimization, Portfolio Risk, Equities, Finance
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Università di Napoli Federico II
Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, International Relations, Public Policies, Governance, Research Methodologies, Case Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Court Systems, Case Law, Political Sciences, Public Safety and National Security, Social Studies, Adjudication, Social Justice, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Public Policies, Governance, Public History
Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

O.P. Jindal Global University
Skills you'll gain: Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Political Sciences, Governance, Policy Analysis, Court Systems, International Relations, Public Policies, Social Justice, Litigation and Civil Justice, Economic Development, Public Administration, Adjudication, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Diplomacy, Economics
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

O.P. Jindal Global University
Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Policy Development, Public Affairs, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Advocacy, Environmental Policy, Behavioral Economics, Public Administration, Media and Communications, Program Evaluation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Governance, Economics
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Yonsei University
Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Economic Development, Social Sciences, International Relations, Policy Development, Public Policies, Diplomacy, Economics, Governance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months