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      Eindhoven University of Technology

      Improving your statistical inferences

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Scientific Methods, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Quantitative Research, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Sample Size Determination, Research, Data Collection, R Programming, Data Sharing, Probability Distribution

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Sensors and Sensor Circuit Design

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Electronic Systems, Hardware Design, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Electronic Components, Thermal Management, Electrical Wiring, Laboratory Equipment, Design Specifications, Debugging, Schematic Diagrams, Engineering Calculations, Development Environment

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      Technical University of Munich (TUM)

      Digitalisation in Aeronautics and Space

      Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Human Factors, Manufacturing and Production, Manufacturing Processes, Digital Transformation, Control Systems, Aerospace Basic Quality System Standards, Telecommunications, Production Process, Automation, Structural Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Leadership, Big Data, Human Machine Interfaces, Cybersecurity, Robotic Process Automation, Mathematical Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Engineering Design Process

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      471 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Generative AI: Elevate Your Data Science Career

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Ethics, Feature Engineering, Predictive Modeling, Data Storytelling, Data Modeling, Data Presentation, Predictive Analytics, Data Science, Data Synthesis, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization Software, Data Manipulation, Natural Language Processing

      4.6
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      222 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      IBM AI Enterprise Workflow

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Data Ethics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Tensorflow, Application Deployment, Dimensionality Reduction, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Probability Distribution, Apache Spark, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Supervised Learning, Data Pipelines, Design Thinking, Dashboard, Unit Testing, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Science, Machine Learning, Python Programming

      4.4
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      333 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Software Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Software Design Patterns, Requirements Analysis, Software Architecture, Acceptance Testing, Software Development Methodologies, Unified Modeling Language, Software Development Life Cycle, Configuration Management, Software Quality Assurance, Debugging, Software Design, Process Driven Development, Software Engineering, Software Testing, Object Oriented Design, Functional Requirement, Data Modeling, Systems Design, Project Management, Project Planning

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Virginia

      Hypothesis-Driven Development

      Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, Continuous Delivery, Product Testing, Agile Product Development, DevOps, Agile Methodology, User Research, Prototyping, Product Development, Lean Methodologies, Innovation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Fractal Analytics

      Fractal Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Database Design, Data Manipulation, Data Presentation, Power BI, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Feature Engineering, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Human Centered Design, Storyboarding, SQL, Applied Machine Learning, Data Modeling, Machine Learning, Problem Solving, Python Programming

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Stanford University

      Social and Economic Networks: Models and Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Social Sciences, Sociology, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Game Theory, Behavioral Economics, Mathematical Modeling, Markov Model, Bayesian Statistics, Probability Distribution, Simulations

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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tsinghua University

      Learn English

      Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Mental Health, Learning Strategies, Culture, Stress Management, Liberal Arts, English Language, Social Sciences, Literacy, Language Learning, Economics, Interpersonal Communications, Psychology, Writing, Research, Business Management, Grammar, Higher Education, Oral Comprehension

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Data Analysis Using Python

      Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Data Visualization, Data Science, Data Cleansing, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Visualization Software, Data Manipulation, Scatter Plots, NumPy, Data Transformation, Jupyter, Data Validation, Data Import/Export, Histogram, Python Programming, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Scripting Languages

      4.5
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Glasgow

      Biomedical Visualisation

      Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Medical Terminology, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Anatomy, Virtual Reality, Animations, Image Analysis, Biology, Medical Imaging, Augmented Reality

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Improving your statistical inferences: Eindhoven University of Technology
    • Sensors and Sensor Circuit Design: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Digitalisation in Aeronautics and Space: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
    • Generative AI: Elevate Your Data Science Career: IBM
    • IBM AI Enterprise Workflow: IBM
    • Software Engineering: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Hypothesis-Driven Development: University of Virginia
    • Fractal Data Science: Fractal Analytics
    • Social and Economic Networks: Models and Analysis: Stanford University
    • Learn English: Tsinghua University

    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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