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      University of Michigan

      Network Modeling and Analysis in Python

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Python Programming, Jupyter

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Power Electronics

      Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Control Systems, Electronic Systems, Electrical Engineering, Semiconductors, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Power, Electronic Components, Basic Electrical Systems, Systems Analysis, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Design, Graphical Tools, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Technical Design, Design Specifications

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Meta

      Meta Data Analyst

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Business Metrics, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Management, Data Collection, Data Governance, Bayesian Statistics, Data Visualization, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Information Privacy, Data Cleansing, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Spreadsheet Software, Exploratory Data Analysis, SQL, Python Programming

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      LearnQuest

      Scrum Master Certification

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Behavior-Driven Development, DevSecOps, Agile Project Management, Backlogs, Sprint Planning, Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Project Risk Management, Test Driven Development (TDD), Sprint Retrospectives, Scaled Agile Framework, Kanban Principles, Risk Management, DevOps, Agile Product Development, Continuous Integration, Lean Methodologies, Management Reporting, Project Coordination

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Habilidades Gerenciales

      Skills you'll gain: Supervision, Creative Thinking, Organizational Strategy, Leadership and Management, Delegation Skills, Strategic Planning, Organizational Skills, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Quality Management, Coordinating, Brainstorming, Team Motivation, People Management, Business Planning, Time Management, Coaching

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Applied Machine Learning in Python

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Decision Tree Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Python Programming, Dimensionality Reduction, Random Forest Algorithm, Regression Analysis

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Predictive Analytics and Forecasting

      Skills you'll gain: Predictive Analytics, Dimensionality Reduction, Regression Analysis, Data Mining, Data Processing, Business Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Forecasting, Statistical Analysis, Demand Planning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Customer Analysis, Data Cleansing, Market Analysis, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Unsupervised Learning

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      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Sciences Po

      Afrique et mondialisation, regards croisés

      Skills you'll gain: International Relations, World History, Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Culture, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, Sociology, Economics, European History, Governance

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      University of Amsterdam

      Basic Statistics

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Histogram, R Programming, Scatter Plots

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

      AI for Player Performance and Training

      Skills you'll gain: Injury Prevention, Data-Driven Decision-Making, AI Personalization, People Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Health Technology, Coaching, Rehabilitation, Real Time Data, Predictive Analytics, Medical Equipment and Technology, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Process Optimization, Technology Solutions, Goal Setting, Talent Recruitment, Physical Science

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      University of Geneva

      Genre : quels enjeux ? Violences, globalisation, biomédecine, sexualités.

      Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Diversity Awareness, Social Sciences, Social Justice, World History, International Relations, Cultural Diversity, Anthropology, Science and Research, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Research Methodologies, Economics

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Indian School of Business

      A Life of Happiness and Fulfillment

      Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Resilience, Growth Mindedness, Psychology, Personal Development, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Creativity, Emotional Intelligence, Mindfulness

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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

    • Network Modeling and Analysis in Python: University of Michigan
    • Power Electronics: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Meta Data Analyst: Meta
    • Scrum Master Certification: LearnQuest
    • Habilidades Gerenciales: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Applied Machine Learning in Python: University of Michigan
    • Predictive Analytics and Forecasting: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Afrique et mondialisation, regards croisés: Sciences Po
    • Basic Statistics: University of Amsterdam
    • AI for Player Performance and Training: Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

    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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