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      Coursera Project Network

      Prompt Engineering with GPT: Programming for Custom Content

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, OpenAI, ChatGPT, Scripting, LLM Application, Python Programming, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Development, Machine Learning, Software Engineering

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      60 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Microsoft

      Microsoft Azure Cybersecurity Tools and Solutions

      Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Management, Azure Active Directory, Cloud Security, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Penetration Testing, Generative AI, Vulnerability Assessments, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Testing, Single Sign-On (SSO), Microsoft Azure, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Network Security, Identity and Access Management, Generative Model Architectures, Data Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, System Monitoring

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
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      Vanderbilt University

      Generative AI for University Leaders

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Innovation, Curriculum Development, Enterprise Architecture, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Workforce Development, Education Software and Technology, Business Strategies, Emerging Technologies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      933 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Johns Hopkins University

      Data Visualization in R with ggplot2

      Skills you'll gain: Ggplot2, Scatter Plots, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Heat Maps, R Programming, Graphical Tools, Data Wrangling, Tidyverse (R Package), Graphics Software

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      129 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Code Free Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Data Manipulation, Predictive Analytics, Big Data, Data Processing, Data Mining, Data Analysis, Data Science, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Unsupervised Learning, Statistical Analysis, Analytics, No-Code Development, Software Installation

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      215 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)

      Programming with Cloud IoT Platforms

      Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Cloud Platforms, IBM Cloud, Application Development, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, Emerging Technologies

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      323 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Fundamentals of Scientific Research Under Uncertainty

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Research, General Science and Research, Critical Thinking, Probability, Research Design, Bayesian Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Experimentation, Investigation, Decision Making

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      39 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Pennsylvania

      Negotiations

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Trustworthiness, Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Rapport Building, Influencing, Business Ethics, Professionalism, Overcoming Objections, Stress Management, Active Listening

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      57 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Data Cleaning & Processing with Copilot in Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Prompt Engineering, Data Processing, Microsoft Excel, Data Manipulation, Microsoft Copilot, Data Wrangling, Data Quality, Data Transformation, Data Integrity, Data Validation, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Well Being & Self Care: for Physical and Mental Health

      Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Mindfulness, Growth Mindedness, Behavioral Health, Personal Development, Health And Wellness Coaching, Productivity, Self-Awareness, Mental Health, Resilience, Goal Setting, Emotional Intelligence, Exercise Science

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      50 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Infosec

      Cyber Incident Response

      Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Endpoint Detection and Response, Cyber Operations, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Hunting, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Management, Disaster Recovery

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      174 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidades Anáhuac

      Inteligencia Emocional: Un enfoque práctico

      Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Professional Development, Self-Discipline, Relationship Management, Leadership Studies, Teamwork, Empathy, Growth Mindedness, Interpersonal Communications, Decision Making, Self-Motivation, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Prompt Engineering with GPT: Programming for Custom Content: Coursera Project Network
    • Microsoft Azure Cybersecurity Tools and Solutions: Microsoft
    • Generative AI for University Leaders : Vanderbilt University
    • Data Visualization in R with ggplot2: Johns Hopkins University
    • Code Free Data Science: University of California San Diego
    • Programming with Cloud IoT Platforms: Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)
    • Fundamentals of Scientific Research Under Uncertainty: Johns Hopkins University
    • Negotiations: University of Pennsylvania
    • Data Cleaning & Processing with Copilot in Excel : Microsoft
    • Well Being & Self Care: for Physical and Mental Health: Coursera Instructor Network

    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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