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.

Council on Foreign Relations
Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Policy, Climate Change Programs, Energy and Utilities, Social Justice, Social Impact, Environmental Issue, Environment, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Mitigation, Public Policies, Emerging Technologies, Pollution Prevention, International Relations, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Technologies, Diplomacy, Governance
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Geneva
Skills you'll gain: Immigration Law, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Public Policies, Sociology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

O.P. Jindal Global University
Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Political Sciences, Social Justice, Culture, Sociology, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, International Relations, Court Systems, Governance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Social Studies, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Public Policies, Liberal Arts, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Political Sciences, Combinatorics, Social Sciences, Decision Intelligence, Logical Reasoning, Applied Mathematics, Critical Thinking, General Mathematics, Psychology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Columbia University
Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Sciences, Complex Problem Solving, Political Sciences, Systems Analysis, Persuasive Communication, Personal Development, Control Systems, Critical Thinking, Education and Training, Scientific Methods
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

IE Business School
Skills you'll gain: Financial Policy, Economics, Economic Development, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Policies, Policy Development, Political Sciences, Tax, Policy Analysis, International Finance, Social Sciences, Fiscal Management, Growth Strategies, Gap Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Università di Napoli Federico II
Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Ancient History, Social Justice, Social Sciences, European History, Media and Communications, Liberal Arts, Public Affairs, Sociology, World History, Socioeconomics, Governance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Skills you'll gain: Demography, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, International Relations, Sociology, Culture, World History, Cultural Diversity, Policy Analysis, Governance, Economics, Conflict Management
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Programs, Climate Change Mitigation, Climate Change Adaptation, Social Impact, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Design, Mitigation, Driving engagement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: International Relations, International Finance, World History, Diplomacy, Political Sciences, Economics, Economic Development, Strategic Partnership, Policy Analysis, Security Strategy, Governance, Science and Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Community Organizing, Political Sciences, Advocacy, Environmental Laws, Public Policies, Social Sciences, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Public Affairs, International Relations, Adjudication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months