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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.


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Popular Politics Courses and Certifications


  • T

    Tel Aviv University

    The Emergence of the Modern Middle East - Part II

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, World History, International Relations, Policy Analysis, Culture, Socioeconomics, Governance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    519 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Copenhagen

    After the Arab Spring – Democratic Aspirations and State Failure

    Skills you'll gain: Demography, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, International Relations, Sociology, World History, Governance, Socioeconomics, Policy Analysis, Economic Development, Economics, Education and Training

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    539 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Power and Foreign Policy in International Relations

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Diplomacy, Political Sciences, Public Policies, World History, Policy Analysis, Case Studies, Governance, Security Strategy, Economic Development, Natural Resource Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    341 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Sciences Po

    Cities are back in town : urban sociology for a globalizing urban world

    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Sustainable Development, Social Sciences, Demography, Social Justice, International Relations, Cultural Diversity, World History, Technology Strategies, Governance, Policy Analysis, Economics, Innovation, European History

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    190 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The University of Melbourne

    How Music Can Change Your Life

    Skills you'll gain: Music, World Music, Cultural Diversity, Social Impact, Rehabilitation, Health And Wellness Coaching, Community Development, Psychotherapy, Mental Health, Neurology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    180 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Democratic Governance and Policymaking

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Governance, Community Development, Public Administration, Social Sciences, Discussion Facilitation, Economics, Coordination, Sociology

    Build toward a degree

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Leaders in Citizen Security and Justice Management

    Skills you'll gain: Public Safety and National Security, Security Management, Program Evaluation, Governance, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Public Policies, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Social Work, Community Development, Conflict Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Données pour l'efficacité des politiques publiques

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Data Ethics, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Tree Maps, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Data Management, Program Evaluation, Data Quality, Research, Research Methodologies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    Tel Aviv University

    The History of Modern Israel - Part II: Challenges of Israel as a sovereign state

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Immigration Law, Social Justice, Social Sciences, International Relations, World History, Socioeconomics, Culture, Political Sciences, Sociology, Diplomacy, Economic Development, Social Impact, Public Safety and National Security, Demography, Economics, Governance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    342 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Soul Beliefs: Causes and Consequences - Unit 2: Belief Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Anthropology, Biology, Sociology, Psychology, Ancient History, Political Sciences, Neurology, Scientific Methods, Research, Science and Research

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    173 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Washington

    Ukraine: History, Culture and Identities

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Community Development, Cultural Responsiveness, Culture, European History, Social Studies, World History, Art History, Economic Development, Ancient History, International Relations, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Political Sciences

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    338 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Marco de Política Ambiental y Social del BID

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Pollution Prevention, Environmental Resource Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Environmental Policy, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Natural Resource Management, Land Management, Community Development, Labor Relations, Risk Management, Occupational Safety And Health, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Cultural Diversity, Diversity and Inclusion

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • The Emergence of the Modern Middle East - Part II: Tel Aviv University
  • After the Arab Spring – Democratic Aspirations and State Failure: University of Copenhagen
  • Power and Foreign Policy in International Relations: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Cities are back in town : urban sociology for a globalizing urban world : Sciences Po
  • How Music Can Change Your Life: The University of Melbourne
  • Democratic Governance and Policymaking: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Leaders in Citizen Security and Justice Management: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Données pour l'efficacité des politiques publiques: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • The History of Modern Israel - Part II: Challenges of Israel as a sovereign state: Tel Aviv University
  • Soul Beliefs: Causes and Consequences - Unit 2: Belief Systems: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

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