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      Meta

      قياس حملات التسويق عبر وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي وتعزيزها

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Marketing Effectiveness, Advertising Campaigns, Social Media, Data Storytelling, Marketing Analytics, Digital Advertising, Cross-Channel Marketing, Return On Investment, Data Visualization, Presentations, Facebook, Data-Driven Decision-Making, A/B Testing, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Cloud Architecture Design Patterns

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Scalability, Cloud Computing, Software Architecture, Cloud Services, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Load Balancing, Serverless Computing, Software Design Patterns, Microservices, Event-Driven Programming

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Imperial College London

      Quality Improvement for Population Health

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Health Policy, Community Health, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Health Administration, Health Care, Geographic Information Systems, Research Design, Data Presentation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Kennesaw State University

      Cybersecurity: Protecting your Information at Home

      Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Firewall, Threat Detection, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Cloud Storage, Information Privacy, Cloud Computing, General Networking, Encryption

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      The Ethical Leader

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Diversity and Inclusion, Team Leadership, Artificial Intelligence, Decision Making, Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Leadership Development, Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      How to Schedule Posts to Multiple Platforms using Hootsuite

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Management, Social Media Content, Social Media, Scheduling, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Starweaver

      Effective Corporate Communication: Principles & Evolution

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Communications, Internal Communications, Strategic Communication, Media Relations, Business Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Intercultural Competence, Public Relations, Corporate Strategy, Cultural Diversity, Communication Strategies, Business Ethics, Crisis Management, Digital Communications, Drive Engagement, Employee Engagement, Branding

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Customer Satisfaction Survey in Qualtrics

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Insights, Customer Analysis, Employee Surveys, User Feedback, Customer experience improvement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Michigan

      Data Science for Health Research

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Rmarkdown, Statistical Modeling, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Visualization Software, Regression Analysis, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Ggplot2, Data Wrangling, Statistical Inference, Probability & Statistics, Scatter Plots, Data Manipulation, Predictive Analytics, Correlation Analysis, Histogram, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis

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      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Measuring and Modeling Impact in Evaluations

      Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Maternal Health, Nutrition and Diet, Child Health, Health Assessment, Data Collection, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Mathematical Modeling, Data Modeling, Data Analysis Software

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Lund University

      Urban Climate Governance: Towards 1.5° Celsius Alignment

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Transportation Operations, Environmental Policy, Community Development, Policy Development, Governance, Mitigation

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      클라우드 컴퓨팅 기초(Cloud 101)

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Hosting, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Technologies, Cloud Solutions, Public Cloud, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Managed Services, Computing Platforms, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Serverless Computing, Service Level, Microsoft Azure, Software As A Service, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Virtual Machines, Emerging Technologies

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • قياس حملات التسويق عبر وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي وتعزيزها: Meta
    • Cloud Architecture Design Patterns: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Quality Improvement for Population Health: Imperial College London
    • Cybersecurity: Protecting your Information at Home: Kennesaw State University
    • The Ethical Leader: Johns Hopkins University
    • How to Schedule Posts to Multiple Platforms using Hootsuite: Coursera Project Network
    • Effective Corporate Communication: Principles & Evolution: Starweaver
    • Create a Customer Satisfaction Survey in Qualtrics: Coursera Project Network
    • Data Science for Health Research: University of Michigan
    • Measuring and Modeling Impact in Evaluations: Johns Hopkins University

    Frequently Asked Questions about Public Policy

    Public policy courses cover a variety of topics essential for understanding and shaping public policies. These include the fundamentals of policy analysis, public administration, and political science. Learners will explore topics such as economic policy, social policy, and environmental policy. Advanced courses might cover areas like policy evaluation, public budgeting, and legislative processes. Practical exercises and case studies help learners apply these concepts to real-world policy issues, enhancing their analytical and decision-making skills.‎

    Choosing the right public policy course depends on your current skill level and career aspirations. Beginners should look for courses that cover the basics of policy analysis, public administration, and an introduction to different policy areas. Those with some experience might benefit from intermediate courses focusing on specific policy areas like economic policy, social policy, and methods for policy evaluation. Advanced learners or professionals seeking specialized knowledge might consider courses on public budgeting, legislative processes, or preparing for certifications like Certified Public Policy Analyst (CPPA). Reviewing course content, instructor expertise, and learner feedback can help ensure the course aligns with your goals.‎

    A certificate in public policy can open up various career opportunities in government, non-profit organizations, and the private sector. Common roles include policy analyst, public affairs specialist, legislative assistant, and program manager. These positions involve analyzing policy issues, developing and advocating for policies, conducting research, and managing public programs. With the increasing importance of informed policy-making in addressing societal challenges, earning a certificate in public policy can significantly enhance your career prospects and opportunities for advancement in fields such as government, public administration, and policy research.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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