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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


  • D

    Duke University

    Sports and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Anthropology, International Relations, World History, Sociology, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Social Impact, Economics, Political Sciences

    ★ 4.8 (1.4K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Credit offered
  • I

    IE Business School

    Analizando las Políticas Económicas

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Policy, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economics, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Tax, Fiscal Management, International Finance, Governmental Accounting, Financial Systems, Gap Analysis, Growth Strategies

    ★ 4.8 (639) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Alberta

    Indigenous Canada

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

    ★ 4.8 (24K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Participación eficaz de la sociedad civil en el desarrollo

    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Sustainable Development, Social Impact, Social and Human Services, Governance, Advocacy, Public Policies, International Relations, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Policy Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Organizational Effectiveness, Accountability, Strategic Partnership, Relationship Building, Coordination

    ★ 4.8 (223) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Geneva

    Genre : quels enjeux ? Violences, globalisation, biomédecine, sexualités.

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Sociology, Social Sciences, Diversity Awareness, International Relations, Socioeconomics, World History, Anthropology, Social Determinants Of Health, Cultural Diversity, Research, Science and Research, Political Sciences, Biomedical Technology

    ★ 4.8 (365) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of North Texas

    Pathways to Civic Engagement

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Disabilities, Team Collaboration, Community Organizing, Community Development, Immigration Law, Community Outreach, Intercultural Competence, Social Impact, Community and Social Work, Cultural Sensitivity, Social and Human Services, Socioeconomics, Human Services, Social Work, Developmental Disabilities, Social Justice, Interpersonal Communications, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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    Credit offered
  • I

    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

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    Universiteit Leiden

    Political Economy of Institutions and Development

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, International Relations, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Sustainable Development, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Economic Development, Governance, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Economics, Public Policies, Community Development, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Analysis

    ★ 4.7 (391) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • A

    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

    ★ 4.9 (823) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • A

    Alfaisal University | KLD

    إدارة المشتريات والعقود

    Skills you'll gain: Contract Management, Procurement, Purchasing, Supply Management, Materials Management, Vendor Contracts, Supplier Management, Decision Making, Product Quality (QA/QC)

    ★ 4.6 (107) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Copenhagen

    Constitutional Struggles in the Muslim World

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, International Relations, Governance, World History, Policy Analysis, Sociology, Civil Law, Socioeconomics, Public Safety and National Security, European History, Economics

    ★ 4.8 (740) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • Q

    Queen Mary University of London

    Influencing the Organisation

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Change Management, Stakeholder Communications, Professional Networking, Matrix Management, Organizational Change, Organizational Leadership, Stakeholder Analysis, Leadership, Organizational Structure, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Influencing, Professional Development, Organizational Strategy, Relationship Building, Personal Development, Branding, Storytelling

    ★ 4.7 (39) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular politics courses

  • Sports and Society: Duke University
  • Analizando las Políticas Económicas: IE Business School
  • Indigenous Canada: University of Alberta
  • Participación eficaz de la sociedad civil en el desarrollo: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Genre : quels enjeux ? Violences, globalisation, biomédecine, sexualités.: University of Geneva
  • Pathways to Civic Engagement: University of North Texas
  • Media, Elections, and Politics - Bachelor's: Illinois Tech
  • Political Economy of Institutions and Development: Universiteit Leiden
  • تحقيق السعادة في بيئة العمل | Achieving Happiness at Work: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • إدارة المشتريات والعقود: Alfaisal University | KLD

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