Free Online Public Policy Courses & MOOCs

Coursera

Johns Hopkins University

Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy (Coursera)

Sci: Biology & Life Sciences Health & Society

Explore the fascinating world of synthetic biology and its profound impact on society through 'Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy'. This course delves into the ethical dimensions and public policy challenges that accompany advancements in synthetic biology. From understanding the historical context of recombinant DNA technology to examining specific applications like biofuels and gain-of-function research, this course equips you with a nuanced perspective on the responsible development and application of synthetic biology.

Aug 10th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Biology Bioethics Public Health

Coursera

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

Democracia y decisiones públicas. Introducción al análisis de políticas públicas (Coursera)

Social Sciences

Este curso te introduce al fascinante mundo del análisis de políticas públicas, donde aprenderás a entender cómo se identifican y resuelven problemas colectivos en un contexto democrático. Exploraremos los procesos y decisiones detrás de las acciones gubernamentales para abordar desafíos sociales, económicos y ambientales.

Aug 3rd 2026

5-12 Weeks

Politics Policy Public Policy

Coursera

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

Ciudades en crisis y nuevas políticas urbanas (Coursera)

Social Sciences

Este curso te sumergirá en el análisis de las crisis urbanas contemporáneas y te brindará herramientas para diseñar y aplicar nuevas políticas que promuevan un desarrollo urbano sostenible. Aprenderás a abordar desafíos como la densificación, la movilidad, la vivienda accesible y el cambio climático desde una perspectiva global.

Aug 3rd 2026

4 Weeks

Urban Digital Age Public Policy

EdX

Inter-American Development Bank - IDB,IDBx

Data for Effective Policy Making (edX)

Economics & Finance Sci: Mathematics

Dive into 'Data for Effective Policy Making' and transform your approach to public policy planning, management, and evaluation. This course equips you with the essential skills to harness the vast amounts of available data, making informed decisions that lead to effective and impactful policies.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Policy Decision Making Public Management

EdX

Delft University of Technology,DelftX

Electric Cars: Policy (edX)

Engineering Business

Dive into the world of electric cars and explore the pivotal role that public policy plays in driving the shift to zero-emission mobility. This course, Electric Cars: Policy, will equip you with a comprehensive understanding of how policies steer technological innovation and infrastructural change towards sustainable transportation solutions.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Energy Public Policy Mobility

U.S. Public Policy: Social, Economic, and Foreign Policies (edX)

EdX

HarvardX,Harvard University

U.S. Public Policy: Social, Economic, and Foreign Policies (edX)

Humanities Law

Discover how public policy in America addresses critical issues like economics, social welfare, and international relations. This course offers a deep dive into the mechanisms of U.S. politics and their impact on society.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

America Foreign Policy Fiscal Policy

FutureLearn

University College London

Measuring Economic Inequality in Today’s World (FutureLearn)

Health & Society

Dive into 'Measuring Economic Inequality: Policy Change Through Data Analysis' on FutureLearn. Learn to analyze data related to economic inequality and effectively communicate your findings to influence government policies. This course is designed for those interested in understanding and addressing wealth and income disparities globally.

Self Paced

4 Weeks

Inequalities Public Policy Economic Inequality

Políticas públicas y rendición de cuentas (edX)

EdX

Universitat Politècnica de València,UPValenciaX

Políticas públicas y rendición de cuentas (edX)

Social Sciences

Este curso ofrece una comprensión profunda de los procesos detrás de las políticas públicas, enfocándose en la importancia de la rendición de cuentas y cómo esto afecta la reputación pública. Aprenderá a distinguir entre política y técnica, así como a diseñar y evaluar efectivamente las políticas.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Accountability Public Policy Change Management

Coursera

University of Michigan

Fundamentals of Data Analytics in the Public Sector with R (Coursera)

Statistics & Data Analysis Data Science

Discover the power of data analytics within the public sector with our beginner-friendly course on 'Fundamentals of Data Analytics in the Public Sector with R'. Learn to harness the potential of R programming language to analyze population data, enhance decision-making processes, and drive positive change in public administration. Whether you're a newcomer or have some experience, this course will equip you with the skills needed to transform raw data into actionable insights.

Jul 20th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Public Administration Public Policy R Programming