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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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    LearnQuest

    Artificial Intelligence Privacy and Convenience

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, AI Security, Responsible AI, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Data Integrity, Data Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Data Governance, Predictive Modeling

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    101 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Build and Operate Machine Learning Solutions with Azure

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Databricks, Cloud Computing, Data Ethics, Model Deployment, Data Pipelines, Data Preprocessing, Responsible AI, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Information Privacy, Continuous Monitoring, Data Security, Performance Tuning

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    71 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Build a Business Architecture using AWS Organization

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Solution Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Infrastructure Architecture, Amazon CloudWatch, Identity and Access Management, Organizational Structure, Cloud Solutions, Continuous Monitoring, Account Management

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Copenhagen

    Urbanisation and Health - Promoting Sustainable Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Public Health, Health Policy, Social Determinants Of Health, Community Development, Gerontology, Landscape Architecture, Climate Change Adaptation, Demography, Environmental Issue, Traffic Flow Optimization, Pollution Prevention

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    172 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Unión Europea: Historia, Instituciones y Políticas

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, International Relations, Environmental Policy, European History, Economics, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Sustainable Systems, Economic Development, Governance, Diplomacy

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    139 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Kennesaw State University

    The Business of Cybersecurity Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Incident Response, Risk Management, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Governance, Business Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Cyber Security Strategy, Information Management, Business Ethics, Performance Measurement, Compliance Management, Governance, Business Planning, Organizational Strategy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    52 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI Cybersecurity & Privacy for Leaders: A Primer

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Business Ethics, AI Personalization, Information Privacy, Threat Modeling, Personally Identifiable Information, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Fraud detection, Prompt Engineering, Public Affairs

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    When Disaster Meets Conflict

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Development, Conflict Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Crisis Intervention, Policy Analysis, Emergency Response, Mitigation, International Relations, Case Studies, Risk Analysis, Community Development, Risk Management, Research, Climate Change Adaptation, Socioeconomics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    79 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Foundations of Public Health Practice: The Public Health Toolkit

    Skills you'll gain: Health Assessment, Public Health, Program Evaluation, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Health Promotion, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Data Collection, Report Writing

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Leadership and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Mediation, Negotiation, Conflict Management, Diplomacy, Leadership, Policy Analysis, Leadership Development, Social Justice, Business Ethics, Organizational Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Public Policies, Strategic Leadership, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Administration, Governance

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    28DIGITAL

    Privacy in Europe

    Skills you'll gain: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Case Law, Personally Identifiable Information, Information Privacy, IT Security Architecture, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, European History, Data Governance, Legal Research, Data Security

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    97 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Northeastern University

    Healthcare Consumerism and Implication for Care Delivery

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Systems, Value-Based Care, Change Management, Health Care, Health Administration, Patient-centered Care, Health Policy, Consumer Behaviour, Customer experience improvement, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Payment Systems, Emerging Technologies

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    85 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Artificial Intelligence Privacy and Convenience: LearnQuest
  • Build and Operate Machine Learning Solutions with Azure: Microsoft
  • Build a Business Architecture using AWS Organization: Coursera
  • Urbanisation and Health - Promoting Sustainable Solutions: University of Copenhagen
  • Unión Europea: Historia, Instituciones y Políticas: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • The Business of Cybersecurity Capstone: Kennesaw State University
  • Generative AI Cybersecurity & Privacy for Leaders: A Primer: Vanderbilt University
  • When Disaster Meets Conflict: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Foundations of Public Health Practice: The Public Health Toolkit : Imperial College London
  • Leadership and Society: O.P. Jindal Global University

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