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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


  • P

    Packt

    ISO 14001 Step by Step

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Management Systems, Environmental Policy, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Document Control, Quality Management Systems, Environmental Regulations, Compliance Management, Regulatory Requirements, Sustainability Standards, Emergency Response, Risk Control, Compliance Auditing, Operational Risk, Internal Auditing, Sustainable Business, Continuous Improvement Process, Performance Measurement, Performance Analysis, Communication Planning, Employee Training

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free
    Free
    J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Let's talk about it: A Health and Immigration Teach Out

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Community Health, Community Organizing, Social Determinants Of Health, Patient Advocacy, Health Systems, Social Justice, Social and Human Services, Preventative Care, Health Care, Advocacy, Health Policy, Cultural Responsiveness, Community Outreach, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Oncology, Immigration Law, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Discussion Facilitation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to Social Determinants of Health

    Skills you'll gain: Social Determinants Of Health, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Health Policy, Systems Thinking, Health Informatics, Epidemiology, Public Health, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Justice, Community Health, Health Systems, Social Impact, R (Software), Data Analysis, Data Literacy, Health Promotion, R Programming, Data Visualization, Data-Driven Decision-Making

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Navigating State and International Privacy Regulations

    Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Labor Compliance, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management, Legal Risk, Regulatory Compliance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Compliance Management, Data Collection, Human Resource Policies, Data Management, Data Security, Financial Regulations, Data Import/Export, Cybersecurity, Disabilities, Financial Data

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Navigating U.S. Food Regulations: Safety and Enforcement

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Case Studies

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    G

    Google

    Data Responsibility

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Data Quality, Data Sharing, Information Privacy, Data Analysis, Data Access, Informed Consent

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    K

    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity: Protecting your Information at Home

    Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Firewall, Threat Detection, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Threat Management, Security Awareness, Security Software, Cloud Storage, Information Privacy, Data Security, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, General Networking

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    36 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    C

    Coursera

    Starting & Managing a Sustainable Hotel or Tourism Business

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Hotel Operations, Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Hospitality and Food Services, Hotel And Restaurant Management, Business Planning, Corporate Sustainability, Hotels and Accommodations, Sustainability Standards, Waste Minimization, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Environmental Issue, Community Development, Market Opportunities, Environmental Resource Management, Market Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Packt

    Application deployment and management with Intune

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Intune (Mobile Device Management Software), Application Deployment, Group Policy, Enterprise Application Management, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Applications, Mobile Security, Azure Active Directory, Identity and Access Management, Security Controls, Configuration Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    16 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    A

    Airbus Beyond

    Supply Chain Sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Sustainability Reporting, Sustainable Systems, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Management Systems, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Environmental Resource Management, Supply Chain, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Issue, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Laws, Logistics Management, Environmental Monitoring, Logistics, Environmental Policy, Governance, Mitigation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    The North Awakens

    Skills you'll gain: Oil and Gas, Petroleum Industry, Environment, Governance, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Issue, Economic Development, International Relations, Environmental Policy, Socioeconomics, Natural Resource Management, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Transportation Operations, Diplomacy, Climate Change Adaptation, Strategic Thinking, Demography, Public Safety and National Security

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    20 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Development Economics

    Skills you'll gain: Economic Development, Socioeconomics, Financial Inclusion, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Economics, Social and Human Services, Human Capital, Policy Analysis, Econometrics, Program Evaluation, Financial Services, Analysis, Education and Training, Entrepreneurship, Insurance, Research Methodologies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • ISO 14001 Step by Step: Packt
  • Let's talk about it: A Health and Immigration Teach Out: Johns Hopkins University
  • Introduction to Social Determinants of Health: University of Minnesota
  • Navigating State and International Privacy Regulations: John Wiley & Sons
  • Navigating U.S. Food Regulations: Safety and Enforcement: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Data Responsibility: Google
  • Cybersecurity: Protecting your Information at Home: Kennesaw State University
  • Starting & Managing a Sustainable Hotel or Tourism Business: Coursera
  • Application deployment and management with Intune: Packt
  • Supply Chain Sustainability: Airbus Beyond

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