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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

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Introduction to Key Constitutional Concepts and Supreme Court Cases

      Skills you'll gain: Legal Proceedings, Civil Procedures, Court Systems, Social Studies, Civil Law, Political Sciences, Case Law, Public Safety and National Security, Legal Research, Social Justice, Governance, Health Policy, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

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      IBM

      SQL: A Practical Introduction for Querying Databases

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Relational Databases, Microsoft SQL Servers, MySQL, Query Languages, Database Systems, Databases, Database Management, Stored Procedure, IBM DB2, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Transaction Processing

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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

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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

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      Duke University

      Java Programming: Principles of Software Design

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Java Programming, Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Software Design, Predictive Modeling, Algorithms, Data Structures, Performance Testing, Debugging, Application Programming Interface (API)

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      Coursera Project Network

      Python for Data Analysis: Pandas & NumPy

      Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Analysis, Data Science, Python Programming, Data Structures, Data Manipulation, Computer Programming

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Data Science in Stratified Healthcare and Precision Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Bioinformatics, Image Analysis, Medical Imaging, Big Data, Health Informatics, Statistical Methods, Data Science, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Probability & Statistics, Data Analysis, Molecular Biology, Network Analysis, Graph Theory, Healthcare Ethics, Python Programming

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      Cloudera

      Modern Big Data Analysis with SQL

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, SQL, Apache Hive, Relational Databases, Databases, Database Management, Big Data, Database Systems, MySQL, Data Management, Query Languages, Amazon S3, Apache Hadoop, Data Storage, Operational Databases, Data Warehousing, Cloud Storage, Performance Tuning, PostgreSQL, Data Analysis

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      Board Infinity

      Introduction to Technical Writing

      Skills you'll gain: Technical Writing, Technical Documentation, Technical Communication, Design, Software Documentation, Graphic and Visual Design, Typography, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Proofreading, Multimedia, GitHub, Content Management, Version Control

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      University of Manchester

      Protecting the World: Introducing Corrosion Science and Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Maintenance, Repair, and Facility Services, Engineering, Electrical Systems, Engineering Design Process, Failure Analysis, Civil Engineering, Industrial Design, Engineering Calculations, Chemistry, Environmental Issue, Laboratory Testing

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      VLSI CAD Part I: Logic

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Verification And Validation, Computer Architecture, Algorithms, Computer Engineering, Programming Principles, Mathematical Software, Graph Theory, Digital Design, Software Development Tools

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

    • Generative AI: Elevate Your Data Science Career: IBM
    • Introduction to Key Constitutional Concepts and Supreme Court Cases: University of Pennsylvania
    • SQL: A Practical Introduction for Querying Databases: IBM
    • IBM AI Enterprise Workflow: IBM
    • Biomedical Visualisation: University of Glasgow
    • Java Programming: Principles of Software Design: Duke University
    • Python for Data Analysis: Pandas & NumPy: Coursera Project Network
    • Data Science in Stratified Healthcare and Precision Medicine: The University of Edinburgh
    • Modern Big Data Analysis with SQL: Cloudera
    • Introduction to Technical Writing: Board Infinity

    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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