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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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    The State University of New York

    Global Health Diplomacy

    Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, Health Policy, Governance, Health Systems, Public Health, International Finance, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Public Safety and National Security, Philanthropy

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    University of Western Australia

    Gender Equality

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Disabilities, Health Equity, Sociology, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Public Policies, Discussion Facilitation, Research

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    Microsoft

    Cybersecurity Management and Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Compliance Management, Cloud Management, Security Strategy, Regulatory Compliance, Security Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Cloud Computing, Cloud Platforms, Microsoft Azure, Personally Identifiable Information, Business Continuity, Business Continuity Planning, Cyber Governance, Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology (COBIT), Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cloud Standards, Data Security, Threat Detection, Data Management

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    Sciences Po

    Cities are back in town : urban sociology for a globalizing urban world

    Skills you'll gain: Socioeconomics, Sociology, Culture, Sustainable Development, Social Sciences, Demography, Social Justice, International Relations, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, World History, Economic Development, Political Sciences, Governance, Case Studies, Economics, Digital Transformation, European History

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    University of Michigan

    Foundational Skills for Communicating About Health

    Skills you'll gain: Non-Verbal Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Patient Communication, Storytelling, Public Speaking, Communication, Advocacy, Patient Education and Support, Health Education, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Concision, Patient Education And Counseling, Health Policy, Persuasive Communication, Goal Setting

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    China’s Economic Transformation Part 1: Economic Reform and Growth in China

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Policy, International Relations, Economic Development, International Finance, World History, Fiscal Management, Economics, Financial Systems, Tax, Socioeconomics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Studies, Governance, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Banking, Market Dynamics, Growth Strategies

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    University of Washington

    Ukraine: History, Culture and Identities

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Culture, European History, Social Studies, World History, Economic Development, Ancient History, International Relations, Sociology, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Social Justice, Political Sciences

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    Università Bocconi

    Management of International Development: Towards Agenda 2030

    Skills you'll gain: Human Capital, Governance, Sustainable Development, Human Resource Strategy, Intercultural Competence, International Relations, Strategic Thinking, Human Resources Management and Planning, Cultural Diversity, Organizational Development, Economic Development, Organizational Strategy, International Finance, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Strategic Decision-Making, Stakeholder Management, Social Impact

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    Imperial College London

    Health Systems Development: Introduction to Health Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Health Systems, Health Equity, Health Assessment, Health Policy, Health Care Administration, Health Administration, Governance, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Promotion, Public Health, Sustainable Development, Public Health and Disease Prevention

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    Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

    AI Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Governance, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Compliance Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Risk Management Framework, Risk Management, Business Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Organizational Strategy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Information Privacy, Generative AI, Information Management, Agentic systems, Generative AI Agents, Business Leadership

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Cannabis, Mental Health, and Brain Disorders

    Skills you'll gain: Psychiatry, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health Therapies, Mental Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Substance Abuse, Public Health, Psychology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Policy, Neurology, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Science and Research, Epidemiology, Research, Pharmacology, Personal Development

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    ESCP Business School

    Comprendre l'écologie, pour une économie innovante

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Energy and Utilities, Sustainable Development, Environmental Laws, Climate Change Programs, Environmental Policy, Environment, Environmental Science, Sustainable Business, Climate Change Mitigation, Oil and Gas, Environment and Resource Management, Socioeconomics, Social Studies, Economic Development, Environmental Resource Management, Social Determinants Of Health, Natural Resource Management, Economics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies

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

  • Global Health Diplomacy: The State University of New York
  • Gender Equality: University of Western Australia
  • Cybersecurity Management and Compliance: Microsoft
  • Cities are back in town : urban sociology for a globalizing urban world: Sciences Po
  • Foundational Skills for Communicating About Health: University of Michigan
  • China’s Economic Transformation Part 1: Economic Reform and Growth in China: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Ukraine: History, Culture and Identities: University of Washington
  • Management of International Development: Towards Agenda 2030: Università Bocconi
  • Health Systems Development: Introduction to Health Systems: Imperial College London
  • AI Governance: Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

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