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    • C

      Columbia University

      Financial Engineering and Risk Management

      Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Derivatives, Financial Market, Securities (Finance), Investment Management, Financial Systems, Asset Management, Credit Risk, Actuarial Science, Mortgage Loans, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Financial Trading, Financial Modeling, Risk Modeling, Regression Analysis, Market Liquidity, Capital Markets, Statistical Methods

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      372 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • É

      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Functional Programming Principles in Scala

      Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Functional Design, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Integrated Development Environments, Javascript, Algorithms

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      8.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      New
      M

      Meta

      Meta iOS UI Development

      Skills you'll gain: iOS Development, Apple iOS, Apple Xcode, User Interface (UI), Mobile Development, Swift Programming, Unit Testing, User Interface (UI) Design, UI Components, Mobile Development Tools, Objective-C (Programming Language), Application Development, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Development Testing, Software Testing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design Patterns, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Alberta

      Paleontology: Ancient Marine Reptiles

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Ancient History, Life Sciences, Taxonomy

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Sleep: Neurobiology, Medicine, and Society

      Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Psychiatry, Stress Management, Neurology, Mathematical Modeling, Patient Safety, Cardiology, Accident Prevention, Vital Signs, Pharmacology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      805 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      N

      National Taiwan University

      BIM Fundamentals for Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Building Information Modeling, Engineering Documentation, Data Modeling, 3D Modeling, Computer-Aided Design, Construction, Information Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.9K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Universiteit Leiden

      International Law In Action: Investigating and Prosecuting International Crimes

      Skills you'll gain: Court Systems, Legal Proceedings, Adjudication, Legal Strategy, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Political Sciences, International Relations, Litigation and Civil Justice, Appeals, Case Law, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      702 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Leeds

      Programming for Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Development Environment, Software Installation, Data Structures, Data Science, Software Documentation, Debugging

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      The Arduino Platform and C Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Debugging, C (Programming Language), Electronic Hardware, Integrated Development Environments, Electronic Components, Development Environment, Computer Programming Tools, Computer Hardware, Computer Programming, Digital Communications

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      7.1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      G

      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Materials Data Sciences and Informatics

      Skills you'll gain: Dimensionality Reduction, Data Science, Data Mining, Data Integration, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Information Management, Data Processing, Manufacturing Processes, Engineering Analysis, Process Engineering, Big Data, Chemical Engineering, Predictive Modeling, Innovation, Probability & Statistics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      344 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • M

      Meta

      HTML and CSS in depth

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Debugging, Front-End Web Development, Semantic Web, Browser Compatibility, Web Development, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Interface (UI), Data Validation, Animations

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • E

      ESSEC Business School

      Negotiation Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Active Listening, Communication, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Conflict Management, Strategic Partnership, Relationship Building, Overcoming Objections, Leadership, Value Propositions, Mediation, Stakeholder Management, Decision Making

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Financial Engineering and Risk Management: Columbia University
    • Functional Programming Principles in Scala: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Meta iOS UI Development: Meta
    • Paleontology: Ancient Marine Reptiles: University of Alberta
    • Sleep: Neurobiology, Medicine, and Society: University of Michigan
    • BIM Fundamentals for Engineers: National Taiwan University
    • International Law In Action: Investigating and Prosecuting International Crimes: Universiteit Leiden
    • Programming for Data Science: University of Leeds
    • The Arduino Platform and C Programming: University of California, Irvine
    • Materials Data Sciences and Informatics: Georgia Institute of Technology

    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.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Political Science

    Political science is an area of study that focuses on government and politics at various levels. When you study political science, you look at the factors that drive decisions and actions as well as their consequences. You can observe national, state, or local politics and examine how they work, and you can focus on international politics. Political scientists study theories about political systems and compare different types of governments and how they work. They also look at the history of political movements and how those movements have affected today's political climate. Interactions between nations and other international actors also drive the study of political science.‎

    Learning about political science can help you better understand how society works in the world around you. When you build a base of knowledge of how government and its systems work, you'll understand the news better and you'll have a better grasp of how various policy decisions will affect you and others. The historical context of political science also gives you insight into how past events have affected and driven current trends. An understanding of political science can help you not only find a career in politics, but it also allows you to make more informed decisions as a voter and make your voice heard as a citizen.‎

    People who study political science often work in governmental or non-governmental organizations, for campaigns, or as lobbyists. Once you've completed your studies in political science, you can find jobs as a policy analyst or consultant at a think tank that helps comment on and shape public policy. You may be able to write about politics as a journalist or columnist as well. There are often job opportunities for people with backgrounds in political science in the fields of law and business, and universities hire political science professors too.‎

    Online courses on Coursera can give you a broad foundation of the concepts behind political science, as well as its practical applications. You can begin with courses that explain the basics then move on to more specialized topics like the American Constitution, politics in urban environments, and the moral foundations of political science. Whether you want to better engage as a citizen or look for a new career in the political science field, online courses on Coursera can help.‎

    Online Political Science courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Political Science skills. Choose from a wide range of Political Science courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Political Science, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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