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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


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    IE Business School

    Globalización, Crecimiento Económico y Estabilidad

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Policy, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economics, Public Policies, International Finance, Policy Analysis, Economic Development, Tax, Socioeconomics, Trend Analysis, Global Marketing, Business Economics, International Relations, Political Sciences, Analysis, Fiscal Management, Supply And Demand, Business Risk Management, World History, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development

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    ISC2

    Incident Response and Recovery

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Disaster Recovery, Computer Security Incident Management, Business Continuity, Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Cyber Security Policies, Investigation, Threat Detection, Threat Management, Digital Forensics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Generative AI in the Workplace: Policies, Ethics, and Risks

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Security, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Regulatory Compliance, Data Security, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Artificial Intelligence, Risk Management, Regulatory Requirements, Risk Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Major Depression in the Population: A Public Health Approach

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health and Disease Prevention, Research Methodologies, Health Policy, Public Health, Epidemiology, Mental Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Disparities, Maternal Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Cultural Diversity

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The World Bank Group

    From Climate Science to Action

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Interactive Learning, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Development, Social Impact, Environment, Environmental Policy, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, Energy and Utilities, Water Resource Management, Scientific Methods, Policy Analysis, Cooperation, Collaboration

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Climate change and Indigenous People and local communities

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Research Methodologies, Climate Change Adaptation, Qualitative Research, Social Impact, Environmental Monitoring, Community Development, Cultural Sensitivity, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Intercultural Competence, Socioeconomics, Environmental Policy, Natural Resource Management, Climate Change Mitigation, Data Collection, Vulnerability, Governance, Fundraising

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    A Strategic Approach to Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Strategy, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Security Awareness, Threat Modeling, Information Privacy, Infrastructure Security, Risk Management, Vulnerability Assessments

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Core 2: OS, Software, Security and Operational Procedures

    Skills you'll gain: Operating Systems, Network Infrastructure, System Configuration, System Support, Network Troubleshooting, Microsoft Windows, Hardware Troubleshooting, Information Systems Security, Mac OS, Command-Line Interface, Information Technology, Software Installation, Technical Support, Network Security, Mobile Security, Help Desk Support, Linux, Firewall, Malware Protection, Encryption

    4.7
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Geneva

    Water Cooperation and Diplomacy

    Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Diplomacy, Water Resource Management, International Relations, Mediation, Conflict Management, Negotiation, Governance, Environmental Laws, Data Collection

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Columbia University

    Causal Inference 2

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Econometrics, Mediation, Advanced Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, Research Design

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Michigan State University

    Forest Carbon Credits and Initiatives

    Skills you'll gain: Project Design, Feasibility Studies, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Monitoring, Sustainability Reporting, Project Accounting, Project Finance, Environmental Science, Policy Analysis, Scientific Methods, Climate Change Programs, Sustainable Development, Market Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Verification And Validation, Estimation, Data Collection

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    ESSEC Business School

    L'avenir de la décision : connaître et agir en complexité

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Complex Problem Solving, Systems Thinking, Analysis, Business Management, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Strategic Decision-Making, Risk Management, Cultural Diversity, Business, Governance, Organizational Structure, Corporate Strategy, Sociology, Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Innovation, Psychology

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Globalización, Crecimiento Económico y Estabilidad: IE Business School
  • Incident Response and Recovery: ISC2
  • Generative AI in the Workplace: Policies, Ethics, and Risks: University of Michigan
  • Major Depression in the Population: A Public Health Approach: Johns Hopkins University
  • From Climate Science to Action: The World Bank Group
  • Climate change and Indigenous People and local communities: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • A Strategic Approach to Cybersecurity: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Core 2: OS, Software, Security and Operational Procedures: IBM
  • Water Cooperation and Diplomacy: University of Geneva
  • Causal Inference 2: Columbia University

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