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      IBM

      Python Project for Data Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Data Transformation, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Manipulation, SQL, Integrated Development Environments, Data Processing, Databases, Application Programming Interface (API), Code Review, Restful API, Python Programming, Unit Testing, Style Guides

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      The Nuts and Bolts of Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Advanced Analytics, Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Workflow Management, Data Ethics, Supervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Random Forest Algorithm, Decision Tree Learning, Python Programming, Performance Tuning, Performance Metric

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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Copenhagen

      Diabetes - a Global Challenge

      Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Pharmacology, Chronic Diseases, Epidemiology, Medical Science and Research, Patient Treatment, Pharmaceuticals, Kinesiology, Precision Medicine, Public Health, Biology, Nutrition and Diet, Molecular Biology

      4.8
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Queen Mary University of London

      Market Research

      Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Proposal Development, Market Research, Research Reports, Data Collection, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Data Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Survey Creation, Statistical Analysis, Surveys, Correlation Analysis, Quantitative Research, Research, Science and Research, Market Analysis, Focus Group, Regression Analysis, Content Performance Analysis

      4.7
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      624 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Optical Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, System Design and Implementation, Engineering Design Process, Image Analysis, Medical Imaging, Engineering Analysis, Design Software, Laboratory Equipment, Simulation and Simulation Software, Systems Design, Human Factors, Trigonometry, Technical Design, Graphical Tools, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling

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      369 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Microsoft

      Python Programming Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Version Control, GitHub, Debugging, Git (Version Control System), Unit Testing, Data Structures, Python Programming, Software Testing, Programming Principles, Scripting, Computer Programming, Web Development, Algorithms, Program Development, Development Environment, Scripting Languages, Integrated Development Environments, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Jupyter

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      AI for Medical Prognosis

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Modeling, Decision Tree Learning, Predictive Modeling, Feature Engineering, Applied Machine Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Forecasting, Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Deep Learning

      4.7
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Data Science Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Data Science, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Data Collection, Data Storytelling, Data Cleansing, Statistical Analysis, Data Manipulation, R Programming, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      Trustworthy Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Data Validation, Generative AI, Risk Management Framework, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Human Centered Design

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      Rice University

      Mindfulness and Well-being: Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Self-Awareness, Mental Health, Mental Concentration, Stress Management, Personal Development, Resilience, Cognitive flexibility, Persistence, Overcoming Obstacles, Emotional Intelligence

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      تحقيق السعادة في بيئة العمل | Achieving Happiness at Work

      Skills you'll gain: Employee Engagement, Stress Management, Employee Retention, Mindfulness, Productivity, Emotional Intelligence, Relationship Building, Resilience, Self-Awareness

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Washington

      Data Science at Scale

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Unsupervised Learning, Data Ethics, Statistical Visualization, Data Storytelling, Big Data, Relational Databases, Supervised Learning, Database Systems, Dataflow, Data Visualization Software, Data Science, Statistical Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, R Programming, Data Analysis, SQL, Predictive Modeling, Data Processing, Python Programming

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Python Project for Data Engineering: IBM
    • The Nuts and Bolts of Machine Learning: Google
    • Diabetes - a Global Challenge: University of Copenhagen
    • Market Research: Queen Mary University of London
    • Optical Engineering: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Python Programming Fundamentals: Microsoft
    • AI for Medical Prognosis : DeepLearning.AI
    • Data Science Capstone: Johns Hopkins University
    • Trustworthy Generative AI: Vanderbilt University
    • Mindfulness and Well-being: Foundations: Rice 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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