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      Princeton University

      Effective Altruism

      Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Business Ethics, Decision Making, Policy Analysis, Behavioral Economics, Research, Program Evaluation

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Microsoft Copilot: Your Everyday AI Companion

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Data Governance, Microsoft 365, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Marketing Automation, Microsoft Office, Customer experience improvement, Business Process Automation, Compliance Management, Sales Process, Customer Service, Information Privacy, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Productivity Software, Critical Thinking

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      101 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Principles of Economics: Introduction - Getting to Know You

      Skills you'll gain: Economics, Supply And Demand, Market Dynamics, Tax, Market Analysis, International Relations, Operating Cost, Policy Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Decision Making

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      55 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de Chile

      América Latina en los cambios internacionales: amenazas y oportunidades.

      Skills you'll gain: International Relations, World History, Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Cultural Diversity, Economics, Strategic Partnership, Economic Development, Governance

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDHEC Business School

      Building Strategic Foresight Capabilities

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Strategic Thinking, Forecasting, Strategic Planning, Strategic Decision-Making, Stakeholder Engagement, Organizational Strategy, Complex Problem Solving, Business Transformation, Business Strategy, Trend Analysis, Innovation, Sustainable Development, Decision Making, Creativity, Emerging Technologies

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      240 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      Digital Governance

      Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Technology, Emerging Technologies, Market Dynamics, E-Commerce, Political Sciences, Automation, Digital Transformation, Technology Solutions, Public Administration, Data Governance, Complex Problem Solving, Governance, Economics, Artificial Intelligence

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      156 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      AAPC

      AAPC Medical Biller

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Billing, Denial Management, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Patient Registration, Billing, Medical Billing and Coding, Medical Coding, CPT Coding, Accounts Receivable, Payment Processing and Collection, Medical Office Procedures, Utilization Management, Medical Records, Billing & Invoicing, Insurance, Medicare, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Health Systems, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Regulatory Compliance

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      57 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      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

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      537 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Acción Comunitaria. Enfoques para la transformación social

      Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Social Justice, Community Development, Community and Social Work, Social Sciences, Policy Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Public Policies, Community Health, Media and Communications, Research Methodologies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      58 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Imperial College London

      Healthcare Innovation: What Does Success Look Like and How to Achieve It?

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Stakeholder Analysis, Feasibility Studies, Health Systems, Strategic Communication, Organizational Change, Organizational Structure, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Stakeholder Engagement, Cognitive flexibility, Change Management, Public Health, Adaptability, Case Studies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Copenhagen

      European Citizenship – Development, Scope, and Challenges

      Skills you'll gain: European History, Immigration Law, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, International Relations, Case Law, Social Sciences, Public Policies, Governance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Wonders of Ancient Egypt

      Skills you'll gain: Art History, Ancient History, World History, Anthropology, Timelines, Research Methodologies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Effective Altruism: Princeton University
    • Microsoft Copilot: Your Everyday AI Companion: Microsoft
    • Principles of Economics: Introduction - Getting to Know You: Rice University
    • América Latina en los cambios internacionales: amenazas y oportunidades. : Universidad de Chile
    • Building Strategic Foresight Capabilities: EDHEC Business School
    • Digital Governance: Erasmus University Rotterdam
    • AAPC Medical Biller: AAPC
    • After the Arab Spring – Democratic Aspirations and State Failure: University of Copenhagen
    • Acción Comunitaria. Enfoques para la transformación social: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Healthcare Innovation: What Does Success Look Like and How to Achieve It?: Imperial College London

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