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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Fraud Detection and Compliance

      Skills you'll gain: Fraud detection, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Responsible AI, Regulatory Requirements, Compliance Management, Governance, Business Risk Management, Risk Management, Data Ethics, Anomaly Detection, Artificial Intelligence, Forecasting

      4.5
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Arizona State University

      Response Surfaces, Mixtures, and Model Building

      Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Experimentation, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Research Design, Statistical Software, Mathematical Modeling, Analysis, Data Analysis Software

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

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      Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica

      Desenvolvimento Ágil com Java Avançado

      Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Selenium (Software), Web Applications, Java, JUnit, Data Access, Agile Methodology, Software Testing, Application Development, Test Automation, Database Development, Software Design Patterns

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Fundamentals of Static Testing

      Skills you'll gain: Software Testing, Test Planning, Code Review, Software Technical Review, Software Quality Assurance, Test Case, Quality Assurance, Requirements Analysis

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Arizona State University

      Careers in Sustainability

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Sustainable Development, Spreadsheet Software, Sustainability Reporting, Marketing and Public Relations, Analysis, Business Writing, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Communication, Presentations

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      Universidad de Palermo

      Negociación y Resolución de Conflictos

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Active Listening, Self-Awareness, Creative Problem-Solving

      4.6
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      108 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Analytics en las organizaciones

      Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Business Analytics, Data Strategy, Analytics, Data Management, Business Intelligence, Competitive Analysis, Data Analysis, Process Improvement, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Change

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      57 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Introduction to Semiconductor Process 1

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Process Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Production Process, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Materials science, Chemical Engineering

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Advanced Data Visualization with R

      Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Tidyverse (R Package), Ggplot2, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Manipulation, Scatter Plots, Plotly, Interactive Data Visualization, R Programming, Data Mapping, Animations

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      New York University

      Overview of Advanced Methods of Reinforcement Learning in Finance

      Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Market Dynamics, Risk Modeling, Financial Modeling, Technical Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Machine Learning, Physics, Probability & Statistics

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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tsinghua University

      Just Reading and Writing English 2

      Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Culture, English Language, Literacy, Writing, Interpersonal Communications, Grammar, Vocabulary

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      Arizona State University

      Semiconductor Packaging Manufacturing

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, Process Control, Quality Assurance, Semiconductors, Verification And Validation, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Processes, Process Improvement, Process Analysis, Product Testing, Test Engineering, Thermal Management, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Reliability, Performance Testing

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • GenAI for Fraud Detection and Compliance: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Response Surfaces, Mixtures, and Model Building: Arizona State University
    • Desenvolvimento Ágil com Java Avançado: Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica
    • Fundamentals of Static Testing: Board Infinity
    • Careers in Sustainability: Arizona State University
    • Negociación y Resolución de Conflictos: Universidad de Palermo
    • Analytics en las organizaciones: Universidad de los Andes
    • Introduction to Semiconductor Process 1: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
    • Advanced Data Visualization with R: Johns Hopkins University
    • Overview of Advanced Methods of Reinforcement Learning in Finance: New York 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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