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    • Status: Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      How to Set up Facebook Pixel

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Online Advertising, Web Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Digital Advertising, User Accounts, Compliance Management

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Meta

      Veiculação de anúncios com o Meta

      Skills you'll gain: Campaign Management, Facebook, Advertising Campaigns, Social Media, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Instagram, Performance Measurement, Marketing Effectiveness, Digital Advertising, Performance Analysis, Budget Management, Target Audience, Bidding

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      مبادئ الإعلام والتسويق الرقمي

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Digital Advertising, Marketing Channel, Electronic Media, Customer Engagement, Advertising, User Feedback, Marketing Strategies, Target Audience, Consumer Behaviour, Search Engine Marketing, Mobile Banking, Multimedia

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Sustainable Business Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainability Reporting, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Business Reporting, Environmental Management Systems, Business Transformation, Business Management, Business Strategies, Business Operations, Operational Efficiency, Supply Chain, Supplier Performance Management, Risk Mitigation, Governance, Environmental Policy, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • P

      Politecnico di Milano

      Data science perspectives on pandemic management

      Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Environmental Monitoring, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Socioeconomics, Geographic Information Systems, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Public Affairs, Network Analysis, Data Collection

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      P

      Packt

      Data Analysts' Toolbox - Excel, Power BI, Python, & Tableau

      Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Alteryx, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Pivot Tables And Charts, R Programming, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Statistical Programming, Tableau Software, Data Transformation, Interactive Data Visualization, Business Reporting, Automation, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Scripting, Debugging

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      É

      École normale supérieure

      Transição energética e ecológica em países do sul

      Skills you'll gain: Economic Development, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Environment, Environmental Resource Management, Economics, Sustainability Reporting, International Relations, Finance, Governance, Environmental Policy, Public Policies

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Crea Diseños de Marketing en Redes Sociales con Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Animations, Photo Editing, Marketing Design, Social Media Content, Graphic Design, Editing, Digital Design, Design Elements And Principles, Graphic and Visual Design, Social Media Marketing, Typography, Writing and Editing

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: New
      New
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      Coursera Project Network

      ManyChat for Beginners: Automate Instagram Lead Generation

      Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Email Marketing, Lead Generation, Marketing Automation, Google Sheets, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Gmail

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      GRAMMY GO

      Strategies for Audience Growth and Promoting Music Brands

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Budgets, Digital Media Strategy, Content Strategy, Promotional Strategies, Marketing Analytics, Customer Engagement, Content Marketing, Brand Awareness, Marketing Strategies, Trend Analysis, Brand Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Target Audience, Social Media Strategy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Campaign Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Return On Investment

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Leeds

      How to Get Into Web Development

      Skills you'll gain: Web Design and Development, Web Development, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Web Design, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Front-End Web Development, Full-Stack Web Development, Data Security, Web Content, Back-End Web Development, Program Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Javascript, Information Privacy

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      B

      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Climate change education: sustainable environments

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Water Resources, Environmental Issue, Civil Engineering, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Science, Environment Health And Safety, Land Management, Natural Resource Management, Public Health, Community Development, Biology, Mitigation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • How to Set up Facebook Pixel: Coursera Project Network
    • Veiculação de anúncios com o Meta: Meta
    • مبادئ الإعلام والتسويق الرقمي : University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Sustainable Business Strategies: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Data science perspectives on pandemic management: Politecnico di Milano
    • Data Analysts' Toolbox - Excel, Power BI, Python, & Tableau: Packt
    • Transição energética e ecológica em países do sul: École normale supérieure
    • Crea Diseños de Marketing en Redes Sociales con Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • ManyChat for Beginners: Automate Instagram Lead Generation: Coursera Project Network
    • Strategies for Audience Growth and Promoting Music Brands: GRAMMY GO

    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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