Public Policy Analysis and Strategy Certificate
ASU students can register through April 24th at 11:59 P.M. M.S.T. A limited number of seats are remaining.
ASU Students Are Eligible to Enroll Through April 24th
ASU Student Pricing
The program costs $197 for the base certificate program and $297 to earn an emphasis in the discipline of your choice. An emphasis is customized to your unique career interests.
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Program and Specialty
Public Policy Analysis & Strategy Certificate Program
The Public Policy Analysis & Strategy Certificate is built for ASU Political Science majors—and recent grads—who want to turn classroom theory into résumé‑ready expertise. In 10–15 focused hours you’ll master the analytic tools, strategic frameworks, and data‑driven storytelling skills that policy employers look for, so you can shape decisions, brief decision‑makers, and steer real‑world outcomes from City Hall to Capitol Hill.
Key Features
Audience |
Perfect for Political Science and related majors aiming at careers in policy research, legislative affairs, consulting, or think‑tank analysis. |
Eligibility |
Current ASU students or graduates within the past semester. |
Access window |
Full library of videos, templates, and case studies available for 12 months. |
Time to complete |
10–15 hours, 100 % self‑paced—finish it in a weekend or spread it over the semester. |
Credential |
Digital Certificate in Public Policy Analysis & Strategy; one‑click share to LinkedIn and Handshake. |
What You’ll Be Able to Do
• Diagnose policy problems using evidence‑based frameworks and cost‑benefit tools.
• Craft winning memos & briefs that translate data into clear recommendations for legislators, agencies, or NGOs.
• Map stakeholders & power dynamics to build actionable strategy, not just theory.
• Present findings with impact—turn raw numbers into punchy visuals and talking points that move decision‑makers.
Optional Custom Emphasis
Personalize the certificate to match your career path:
Emphasis |
Ideal for learners who want to… |
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Legislative Strategy & Lobbying |
advise elected officials, join government‑relations teams, or prep for law school. |
Non‑Profit & NGO Policy Analysis |
drive research‑based advocacy and grant proposals for mission‑driven orgs. |
Community‑Level Policy Solutions |
design data‑backed initiatives for city or county government, planning boards, or grassroots coalitions. |
Your completion badge will highlight the emphasis you choose—instantly signaling specialized skills to recruiters and grad‑school committees.
Why It Pays Off
• $197 beats a 3‑credit elective—and still lets you claim a credential employers recognize.
• Recruiters filter for “policy analysis” keyword searches; this certificate plants it at the top of your profile.
• 80 % of ASU PoliSci seniors cite “strategic career skills” as their #1 extracurricular priority—this program delivers them in a single weekend.
Ready to convert political‑science know‑how into a marketable edge? Enroll now, craft policy that counts later.
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Public Policy and Administration Certificate Bundle
Save nearly $100 when you bundle with a Public Policy and Administration Certificate Program
