The Hobby School of Public Affairs offers several graduate certificates in public policy, including a Graduate Certificate in Public Policy-Data Analytics. The Graduate Certificate in Public Policy-Data Analytics is meant to provide an overview of public policy and a specific focus on data analytics-related policy.<br><br>Graduate certificates are an excellent way for students to earn additional academic credentials and relevant training in a shorter period of time compared to a full master's degree. These graduate certificates require four approved courses that can also be counted towards the Master of Public Policy degree if students later apply and join this program.