• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Degrees
​
Log In
Join for Free
  • Browse
  • Policy

Policy Courses

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


  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    A

    Alfaisal University | KLD

    البطالة | Unemployment

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Economics, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Labor Relations, Public Policies, Policy Analysis

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Advanced Network Security and Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Mobile Security, Network Security, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Network Monitoring, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, TCP/IP, Network Analysis, Network Protocols, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Wireless Networks, Splunk, Information Privacy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    E

    Edureka

    Responsible AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Incident Management, Governance, Incident Response, Data Governance, Compliance Management, Policy Development, Risk Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Data Ethics, AI Security, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Data Quality, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Digital Analysis, Data Collection, Search Engine Optimization

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Pearson

    Cisco Software-Defined Wan for Enterprise & Cloud: Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Software-Defined Networking, Wide Area Networks, Virtual Networking, Network Architecture, Network Routing, Network Security, Network Administration, Routing Protocols, Network Performance Management, Network Engineering

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Reasoning Under Uncertainty

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Bayesian Statistics, Markov Model, Probability, Decision Intelligence, Reinforcement Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Intelligence, Statistical Inference, Statistical Modeling, Network Model, Forecasting, Probability & Statistics, Dependency Analysis, Statistical Methods, Agentic systems, Applied Machine Learning, Probability Distribution, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Sampling (Statistics)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    C

    Coursera

    Energy Modeling: Predicting & Optimizing Consumption

    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Mathematical Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Gemini, Laboratory Experience, Google Gemini, Model Optimization, Predictive Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Forecasting, Analytics, 3D Modeling, Simulations, Sustainable Technologies, Data Visualization, AI Integrations, Search Engine Optimization

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    S

    SkillUp

    AI Ethics for the Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Business Ethics, AI Enablement, Personally Identifiable Information, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, AI literacy, Data Loss Prevention, Data Security, Information Privacy, Data Governance, Productivity Software, Accountability, Risk Control, Risk Analysis, Continuous Monitoring

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free
    Free
    E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    L’engagement efficace de la société civile dans le développement

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Social Impact, Social and Human Services, Advocacy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Public Policies, Stakeholder Engagement, Governance, Policy Development, Regulatory Requirements, Public Affairs, Program Implementation, International Relations, Organizational Effectiveness, Strategic Partnership, Accountability

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    L

    LearnQuest

    Managing IoT Security in Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, IT Security Architecture, Network Security, Security Architecture Review, Internet Of Things, Identity and Access Management, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Threat Management, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Cloud Solutions, Cryptographic Protocols, Systems Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Deployment, Cryptography, Information Privacy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Development Across the Lifespan

    Skills you'll gain: Human Learning, Childhood Education and Development, Personal Development, Culture, Mental Health, Critical Thinking

    Build toward a degree

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    E

    EDUCBA

    Advanced Credit, Market & Liquidity Risk Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Financial Analysis, Financial Market, Financial Trading, Financial Regulation, Bank Regulations, Balance Sheet

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of California San Diego

    Bending the Curve: Climate Change Solutions 1

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Programs, Social Justice, Social Impact, Community Organizing, Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Sustainable Development, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Environmental Policy, Media and Communications, Advocacy, Persuasive Communication, Environmental Science

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

1…979899…128

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

  • البطالة | Unemployment: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Advanced Network Security and Analysis: Johns Hopkins University
  • Responsible AI: Edureka
  • Cisco Software-Defined Wan for Enterprise & Cloud: Unit 1: Pearson
  • Reasoning Under Uncertainty: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Energy Modeling: Predicting & Optimizing Consumption: Coursera
  • AI Ethics for the Workplace: SkillUp
  • L’engagement efficace de la société civile dans le développement: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Managing IoT Security in Networks: LearnQuest
  • Development Across the Lifespan: O.P. Jindal Global University

Other topics to explore

Arts and Humanities
338 courses
Business
1095 courses
Computer Science
668 courses
Data Science
425 courses
Information Technology
145 courses
Health
471 courses
Math and Logic
70 courses
Personal Development
137 courses
Physical Science and Engineering
413 courses
Social Sciences
401 courses
Language Learning
150 courses

Coursera Footer

Skills

  • Accounting
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • Human Resources (HR)
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Project Management
  • Python
  • SQL

Professional Certificates

  • Google AI Certificate
  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
  • Google Data Analytics Certificate
  • Google IT Support Certificate
  • Google Project Management Certificate
  • Google UX Design Certificate
  • IBM AI Engineering Certificate
  • IBM AI Product Manager Certificate
  • IBM Data Science Certificate
  • Intuit Academy Bookkeeping Certificate

Courses & Specializations

  • AI Essentials Specialization
  • AI For Business Specialization
  • AI For Everyone Course
  • AI in Healthcare Specialization
  • Deep Learning Specialization
  • Excel Skills for Business Specialization
  • Financial Markets Course
  • Machine Learning Specialization
  • Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT Course
  • Python for Everybody Specialization

Career Resources

  • Career Aptitude Test
  • CAPM Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA A+ Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA Security+ Certification Requirements
  • Essential IT Certifications
  • High-Income Skills to Learn
  • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
  • PMP Certification Requirements
  • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
  • Share your Coursera learning story

Coursera

  • About
  • What We Offer
  • Leadership
  • Careers
  • Catalog
  • Coursera Plus
  • Professional Certificates
  • MasterTrack® Certificates
  • Degrees
  • For Enterprise
  • For Government
  • For Campus
  • Become a Partner
  • Social Impact
  • Free Courses
  • Udemy

Community

  • Learners
  • Partners
  • Beta Testers
  • Blog
  • The Coursera Podcast
  • Tech Blog

More

  • Press
  • Investors
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Help
  • Accessibility
  • Contact
  • Articles
  • Directory
  • Affiliates
  • Modern Slavery Statement
  • Cookies Preference Center
Learn Anywhere
Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play
Logo of Certified B Corporation
© 2026 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Coursera Facebook
  • Coursera Linkedin
  • Coursera Twitter
  • Coursera YouTube
  • Coursera Instagram
  • Coursera TikTok