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      Columbia University

      Causal Inference 2

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Econometrics, Advanced Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, Research Design

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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Building Intelligent Troubleshooting Agents

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Engineering, Test Case, Agentic systems, Human Computer Interaction, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Performance Testing, Debugging, Artificial Intelligence, Performance Tuning, Python Programming, Machine Learning

      4.6
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      11 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tel Aviv University

      The History of Modern Israel - Part II: Challenges of Israel as a sovereign state

      Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Immigration Law, Social Justice, Social Sciences, International Relations, World History, Socioeconomics, Culture, Political Sciences, Sociology, Diplomacy, Public History, Economic Development, Demography, Economics, Governance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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, Agile Methodology, Software Testing, Application Development, Database Development, Software Design Patterns

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

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      National Taiwan University

      Taiwan Law in Focus: Economy, Society and Democracy

      Skills you'll gain: Civil Law, Court Systems, Legal Research, Legal Proceedings, Litigation and Civil Justice, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Governance, Corporate Finance, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Economic Development

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Reconstructing America's Story

      Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Social Justice, World History, Political Sciences, Storytelling, Policy Analysis, Diversity Awareness

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnQuest

      Securing Linux Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Linux Administration, Public Key Infrastructure, Linux, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Firewall, Remote Access Systems, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Network Security, Security Controls, System Monitoring, File Management, Systems Administration, Cybersecurity, User Accounts, Encryption, Information Technology

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      L&T EduTech

      Industrial Power Systems Analysis and Stability

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Power, Control Systems, Electrical Equipment, Three-Phase, High Voltage, Wiring Diagram, Systems Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Electrical Engineering, Network Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Numerical Analysis, Low Voltage, Mathematical Modeling, Simulations, Power Electronics, Graph Theory, Differential Equations

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Agile Project Management

      Skills you'll gain: Agile Project Management, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Planning, Emotional Intelligence, Backlogs, Scaled Agile Framework, Negotiation, Sprint Retrospectives, Agile Software Development, Program Management, Brainstorming, Prioritization, User Story, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Project Portfolio Management, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Problem Solving, Project Controls

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Customer Service with Python: Build a Chatbot using ChatGPT

      Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence, Customer Service, Application Programming Interface (API), User Flows, Test Case, Python Programming, Development Environment, E-Commerce, Debugging

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      23 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      IBM

      IBM COBOL Software Development Practices

      Skills you'll gain: COBOL (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Technical Support, Software Development Life Cycle, Program Development, Scrum (Software Development), Software Development, Software Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance, Code Review, Debugging, Software Documentation, Technical Documentation, Computer Programming

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      60 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Kennesaw State University

      Cybersecurity and the X-Factor

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Detection, Human Factors (Security), Threat Management, Security Awareness, Cybersecurity, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cyber Risk, Compliance Training, Employee Training, Behavior Management, Insurance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      260 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Causal Inference 2: Columbia University
    • Building Intelligent Troubleshooting Agents: Microsoft
    • The History of Modern Israel - Part II: Challenges of Israel as a sovereign state: Tel Aviv University
    • Desenvolvimento Ágil com Java Avançado: Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica
    • Taiwan Law in Focus: Economy, Society and Democracy: National Taiwan University
    • Reconstructing America's Story: University of Pennsylvania
    • Securing Linux Systems: LearnQuest
    • Industrial Power Systems Analysis and Stability: L&T EduTech
    • Agile Project Management: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Customer Service with Python: Build a Chatbot using ChatGPT: Coursera Project Network

    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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