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      University of Michigan

      Problem Solving Using Computational Thinking

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Problem Solving, Data Analysis, Pseudocode, Algorithms, Analysis, Scenario Testing, Program Development, Computer Programming, Epidemiology, Public Health

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      HRCI

      Employee Relations

      Skills you'll gain: Employee Relations, Performance Appraisal, Human Resources, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resource Policies, Policy Development, Employee Performance Management, Performance Management, Employee Engagement, Organizational Development, Workforce Planning, Organizational Strategy, Record Keeping, Conflict Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Culture Transformation, Business Ethics, Business Continuity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Talent Acquisition

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      276 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Manchester

      Water Supply and Sanitation Policy in Developing Countries Part 2: Developing Effective Interventions

      Skills you'll gain: Sanitation, Water Resources, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Environmental Policy, Public Works, Health Policy, Environmental Regulations, Community Development, Regulatory Affairs, Project Finance, Market Dynamics, Innovation, Strategic Partnership

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      78 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      Cybersecurity in Healthcare (Hospitals & Care Centres)

      Skills you'll gain: Human Factors (Security), Email Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Security Awareness Training, Security Awareness, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Cyber Risk, Health Systems, Medical Privacy, Data Security, Encryption, Malware Protection, Information Privacy, Digital Communications

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      395 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Number Theory and Cryptography

      Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Arithmetic, Encryption, Computer Security, Algorithms, Vulnerability Assessments, Computational Thinking, Applied Mathematics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      607 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Management of Urban Infrastructures – part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Energy and Utilities, Transportation Management, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Infrastructure Architecture, Environmental Engineering, Performance Measurement, Public Administration, Operational Efficiency, Socioeconomics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      797 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Washington

      Speaking to Inspire: Ceremonial and Motivational Speeches

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Storytelling, Public Speaking, Performing Arts, Writing, Motivational Skills, Writing and Editing, Communication Strategies, Empathy, Leadership

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      180 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Present with Purpose: Create/Deliver Effective Presentations

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Microsoft PowerPoint, Target Audience, Drive Engagement, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Storytelling, Stress Management, Contingency Planning

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      349 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Foundations of Healthcare Systems Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Health Systems, Systems Engineering, Health Policy, Health Care, Health Care Administration, Systems Analysis, Systems Integration, Enterprise Architecture, System Requirements, Solution Design

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      293 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Assessing and Improving Community Health

      Skills you'll gain: Community Health, Health Disparities, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Assessment, Health Systems, Health Policy, Health Care, Epidemiology, Socioeconomics, Data Collection

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Vanderbilt University

      Hot Topics in Criminal Justice

      Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Social Justice, Public Safety and National Security, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Sociology, Legal Proceedings, Policy Analysis, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Investigation, Cultural Diversity, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Case Law

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      186 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IE Business School

      Globalización, Crecimiento Económico y Estabilidad

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Policy, International Finance, Economics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Policies, Economic Development, International Relations, Business Economics, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Business Strategy, Market Opportunities, Tax, Immigration Law, Socioeconomics, Fiscal Management, Business Risk Management, World History, Market Dynamics, Supply And Demand

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Problem Solving Using Computational Thinking: University of Michigan
    • Employee Relations: HRCI
    • Water Supply and Sanitation Policy in Developing Countries Part 2: Developing Effective Interventions: University of Manchester
    • Cybersecurity in Healthcare (Hospitals & Care Centres): Erasmus University Rotterdam
    • Number Theory and Cryptography: University of California San Diego
    • Management of Urban Infrastructures – part 1: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Speaking to Inspire: Ceremonial and Motivational Speeches: University of Washington
    • Present with Purpose: Create/Deliver Effective Presentations: IBM
    • Foundations of Healthcare Systems Engineering: Johns Hopkins University
    • Assessing and Improving Community Health: University of Michigan

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