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    Find the Best Political Science Course for Your Goals

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      LearnQuest

      Spring Framework

      Skills you'll gain: Spring Framework, Microservices, JUnit, Model View Controller, Hibernate (Java), Restful API, Application Frameworks, Spring Boot, Software Architecture, API Gateway, Web Services, Java Programming, Object-Relational Mapping, Transaction Processing, Java, Service Oriented Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, JSON, YAML, Load Balancing

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Linear Regression for Business Statistics

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Inference, Business Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Estimation, Data Analysis, Data Transformation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Data Warehouse Concepts, Design, and Data Integration

      Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, Database Design, Data Integration, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Modeling, Star Schema, Relational Databases, Snowflake Schema, Data Architecture, Business Intelligence, SQL, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Mart, PostgreSQL, Data Transformation, Data Quality

      4.4
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Board Infinity

      .NET FullStack Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, ASP.NET, HTML and CSS, Restful API, .NET Framework, Application Development, Front-End Web Development, JSON, Web Services, Web Design and Development, Javascript, React.js, Development Environment, Software Development, Web Applications, Application Programming Interface (API), Computer Programming, Microsoft Visual Studio, Web Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

      4.1
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      323 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Probability Foundations for Data Science and AI

      Skills you'll gain: Probability, Probability & Statistics, Probability Distribution, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Artificial Intelligence

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      4.5
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      255 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Programación en Python

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Matplotlib, Python Programming, NumPy, Data Import/Export, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Pandas (Python Package), Debugging, Data Manipulation, Integrated Development Environments, Data Structures, Data Analysis, Scripting

      4.5
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      Linux Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Commands, Linux Servers, File Management, Command-Line Interface, Operating Systems, Shell Script, Web Servers, IT Automation, Open Source Technology, Service Management

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Estilos de Liderazgo: opciones para avanzar en desafíos complejos

      Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Initiative and Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Complex Problem Solving, Adaptability, Systems Thinking, Leadership, Business Risk Management, Dealing With Ambiguity, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Mindfulness, Experimentation

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Using Public Policy for Social Change

      Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Social Justice, Advocacy, Public Policies, Political Sciences, Health Policy, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Program Evaluation, Community and Social Work, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Research, Problem Solving

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      Berklee

      Music for Wellness

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Music, Musical Composition, Mindfulness, Music Performance, Instrumental Music, Mental Concentration, World Music, Stress Management, Emotional Intelligence, Mental Health, Resilience, Respiration

      4.5
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Santa Cruz

      Bayesian Statistics: Techniques and Models

      Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Markov Model, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, R Programming, Simulations, Statistical Inference, Data Analysis, Probability, Probability Distribution

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Hardware Security

      Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Security Engineering, Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Threat Modeling, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Cryptography, Encryption, Emerging Technologies, Authentications, System Design and Implementation, Computational Logic

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular political science courses

    • Spring Framework: LearnQuest
    • Linear Regression for Business Statistics: Rice University
    • Data Warehouse Concepts, Design, and Data Integration: University of Colorado System
    • .NET FullStack Developer: Board Infinity
    • Probability Foundations for Data Science and AI: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Programación en Python: Universidad de los Andes
    • Linux Fundamentals: LearnQuest
    • Estilos de Liderazgo: opciones para avanzar en desafíos complejos: Universidad de los Andes
    • Using Public Policy for Social Change: University of Michigan
    • Music for Wellness: Berklee

    Why Learn Political Science?

    Political science explores power, governance, public policy, and global affairs—examining how decisions are made and how they affect people’s lives. It combines critical thinking, research, and communication to understand political systems and social change. Learning political science can help you engage more deeply in civic life, pursue careers in law or policy, and analyze issues shaping the world today.

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