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      Simplilearn

      Workflow Automation using Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Marketing Automation, Business Process Automation, OpenAI, ChatGPT, Automation, Performance Tuning, Workflow Management, Generative AI, Scalability, Blogs, Operational Efficiency, Real Time Data, Prompt Engineering, Application Programming Interface (API), Content Creation, Business Planning

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Visualization for Data Analysis with Power BI

      Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data Ethics, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Business Intelligence, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Exploratory Data Analysis, Trend Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Scatter Plots, Forecasting, Geospatial Information and Technology, Root Cause Analysis

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dassault Systèmes

      SOLIDWORKS xDesign for Education

      Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), Assembly Drawing, Computer-Aided Design, 3D Modeling, Technical Design, Engineering Drawings, Engineering Design Process, Mechanical Design, Technical Drawing, Mechanical Engineering, Design Elements And Principles

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      H2O.ai

      Large Language Models

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI, Data Management, Prompt Engineering, Training Programs, Data Validation, Data Cleansing, Program Evaluation, Natural Language Processing, Applied Machine Learning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Data Transformation, Verification And Validation, Data Quality, Performance Tuning, Data Processing

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Metro Rail Systems and Construction

      Skills you'll gain: Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Analysis, Building Codes, Building Services Engineering, Electrical Systems, Transportation Operations, Building Information Modeling, Construction Inspection, Structural Engineering, Construction, Architecture and Construction, Engineering Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Contract Management, Construction Management, Quality Assurance, Laboratory Testing, Planning, Engineering Design Process

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Cómo entrenar a tus electrones 1: Fundamentos de la electrónica analógica

      Skills you'll gain: Electronic Systems, Electronics, Electronic Components, Basic Electrical Systems, Engineering Design Process, Schematic Diagrams, Performance Testing, System Design and Implementation, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Calculations

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      Fundação Lemann

      Aprenda a ensinar programação com o Programaê!

      Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Algorithms

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      Yonsei University

      Advanced Functional Ceramics

      Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Semiconductors, Thermal Management, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Chemical Engineering, Electronic Components, Chemistry, Physics

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      Lund University

      Working for a sustainable future: concepts and approaches

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Business, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainability Standards, Policy Development, Environmental Policy, Environmental Science, Climate Change Programs, Innovation, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Mathematical Modeling, Governance, Geospatial Information and Technology

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      Universitat de Barcelona

      Estrategias para ganar. Meteorología en la vuelta al mundo

      Skills you'll gain: Telecommunications, Physical Science, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Climate Change Adaptation, Safety Assurance, Global Positioning Systems, Communication Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Electronic Systems

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      Coursera Project Network

      Deep Learning with PyTorch : Generative Adversarial Network

      Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Generative Model Architectures, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Python Programming

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      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Simplilearn

      LLM Application Engineering and Development Certification

      Skills you'll gain: LangChain, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Tool Calling, ChatGPT, Generative AI Agents, Responsible AI, OpenAI, Prompt Engineering, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Tensorflow, Semantic Web, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Application Development, Analytical Skills, Application Programming Interface (API), Supervised Learning, Computer Programming Tools

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Workflow Automation using Generative AI: Simplilearn
    • Visualization for Data Analysis with Power BI: Microsoft
    • SOLIDWORKS xDesign for Education: Dassault Systèmes
    • Large Language Models: H2O.ai
    • Metro Rail Systems and Construction: L&T EduTech
    • Cómo entrenar a tus electrones 1: Fundamentos de la electrónica analógica: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Aprenda a ensinar programação com o Programaê!: Fundação Lemann
    • Advanced Functional Ceramics: Yonsei University
    • Working for a sustainable future: concepts and approaches: Lund University
    • Estrategias para ganar. Meteorología en la vuelta al mundo: Universitat de Barcelona

    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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