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.

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Case Law, Court Systems, Adjudication, Legal Proceedings, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, International Relations, Governance, Case Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

National Taiwan University
Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Political Sciences, Public Affairs, Social Sciences, Media and Communications, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Diplomacy, Policy Analysis, Governance, Public Safety and National Security, Advocacy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Adjudication, Court Systems, Legal Research, Policy Analysis, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Political Sciences, Social Studies, Public History, Governance
Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months
McMaster University
Skills you'll gain: Financial Market, Financial Systems, Securities (Finance), Capital Markets, Financial Trading, Derivatives, Equities, Financial Policy, Finance, International Finance, Investments, Market Dynamics, Market Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Media and Communications, Driving engagement, Electronic Media, Content Creation, Storytelling, Multimedia, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Community Organizing, Policy Development, Social Justice, Social Work, Public Policies, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Community Development, Community and Social Work, Political Sciences, Health Policy, Social and Human Services, Advocacy, Social Impact, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Sustainable Business, Strategic Leadership, Systems Thinking, Cultural Diversity
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

O.P. Jindal Global University
Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Political Sciences, International Relations, Social Justice, Public Policies, Culture, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Sociology, Financial Policy, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, International Finance, Intercultural Competence, Diplomacy, Immigration Law, Economics, World History, Policy Analysis, Strategic Partnership, Economic Development
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

O.P. Jindal Global University
Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Negotiation, Mediation, Leadership Studies, Conflict Management, Leadership, Policy Analysis, Diplomacy, Leadership Development, Social Justice, Organizational Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Public Policies, Strategic Leadership, Public Administration, Human Services, Community Organizing, Governance
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Sungkyunkwan University
Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Music History, Compassion, World Music, Political Sciences, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Classical Music, Recognizing Others, Empathy, Aesthetics, International Relations, Self-Awareness, Psychology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Liberal Arts, Cultural Sensitivity, Culture, Ancient History
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Economics, Market Dynamics, Behavioral Economics, Social Sciences, Resource Allocation, Market Analysis, Socioeconomics, Consumer Behaviour, Decision Making, Critical Thinking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Chris Croft Training
Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Assertiveness, Smart Goals, Professionalism, Communication, Business Communication, Goal Setting, Interpersonal Communications, Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership and Management, Organizational Skills, Delegation Skills, Business Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Job Evaluation, Interviewing Skills, Organizational Development, Negotiation, Leadership Development, Motivational Interviewing
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

O.P. Jindal Global University
Skills you'll gain: Culture, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Immigration Law, International Relations, Strategic Partnership, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Higher Education, Social Sciences, Diplomacy, World History, Political Sciences, Public Safety and National Security, Demography, Business, Security Strategy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months