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Politics courses can help you learn about political theory, governance structures, electoral systems, and public policy analysis. You can build skills in critical thinking, debate techniques, and effective communication strategies. Many courses introduce tools like data analysis software for interpreting political trends and survey tools for gauging public opinion, that support understanding voter behavior and shaping campaign strategies.

Popular Politics Courses and Certifications


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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Digital Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Risk, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Technology, Emerging Technologies, Cyber Governance, Arbitration, Market Dynamics, Litigation and Civil Justice, Digital Analysis, Court Systems, Adjudication, E-Commerce, Political Sciences, Competitive Analysis, Automation, Digital Transformation, Data Ethics, Intellectual Property, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Administration

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Human Capital: Positive Downsizing and Navigating Politics

    Skills you'll gain: Human Resources, Human Resource Strategy, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Human Capital, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resource Policies, Employee Relations, Workforce Development, Business Ethics, Project Documentation, Policy Development, Knowledge Transfer, Relationship Management, Conflict Management, Organizational Change, Change Management

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Participación eficaz de la sociedad civil en el desarrollo

    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Sustainable Development, Social Impact, Governance, Advocacy, Public Policies, International Relations, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Organizational Effectiveness, Accountability, Strategic Partnership

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Soul Beliefs: Causes and Consequences - Unit 1: Historical Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Ancient History, Sociology, Social Sciences, Anthropology, World History, Psychology, Scientific Methods, Science and Research

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Ciudades en crisis y nuevas políticas urbanas

    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Innovation, Community Organizing, Social Justice, Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Public Policies, Social Sciences, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Social Impact, Policy Analysis, Public Affairs, Policy Development, Digital Transformation, Governance, Technology Strategies, Emerging Technologies

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    245 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Alberta

    Indigenous Canada

    Skills you'll gain: Natural Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Cultural Sensitivity, Community Development, Civil Law, European History, Political Sciences, Legal Research

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    تحقيق السعادة في بيئة العمل | Achieving Happiness at Work

    Skills you'll gain: Recognizing Others, Meditation & Breathwork, Stress Management, Employee Retention, Mindfulness, Productivity, Overcoming Obstacles, Relationship Building

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Illinois Tech

    Media, Elections, and Politics - Bachelor's

    Skills you'll gain: Public Affairs, Media and Communications, Journalism, Political Sciences, Podcasting, Persuasive Communication, Information Technology, Community Organizing, Facebook, Writing, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Digital Communications, Instagram, Case Studies, Digital Transformation, Data Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    University of Michigan

    Justice and Equity in Technology Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Responsible AI, Disabilities, Innovation, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Diversity Awareness, Social Impact, Socioeconomics, Human Centered Design, Sustainable Systems, Policy Analysis, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Community Development, Public Policies, Technology Solutions, Data Ethics, Social Sciences, Policy Development, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

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    Michigan State University

    Journalism, the future, and you!

    Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Media and Communications, International Relations, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Media Relations, Storytelling, Safety and Security, Content Creation, Digital Publishing, Accountability

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    University of California, Davis

    Spanish Vocabulary: Sports, Travel, and the Home

    Skills you'll gain: Spanish Language, Vocabulary, Language Learning, Language Competency, Grammar

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Ethics in Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Social Justice, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Public Policies, Public Administration, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economic Development, Governance, Social Sciences, Economics, International Relations, Cultural Diversity, Case Studies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Digital Governance: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Human Capital: Positive Downsizing and Navigating Politics: University of Michigan
  • Participación eficaz de la sociedad civil en el desarrollo: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Soul Beliefs: Causes and Consequences - Unit 1: Historical Foundations: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Ciudades en crisis y nuevas políticas urbanas: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Indigenous Canada: University of Alberta
  • تحقيق السعادة في بيئة العمل | Achieving Happiness at Work: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Media, Elections, and Politics - Bachelor's: Illinois Tech
  • Justice and Equity in Technology Policy: University of Michigan
  • Journalism, the future, and you!: Michigan State University

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