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      University of Michigan

      Introduction to Thermodynamics: Transferring Energy from Here to There

      Skills you'll gain: Thermal Management, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Energy and Utilities, Electrical Power, Physics, Engineering Analysis, Chemical Engineering, Process Analysis, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Physical Science

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      University of Pittsburgh

      Mathematical Foundations for Data Science and Analytics

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      Macquarie University

      Excel Fundamentals for Data Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Data Transformation, Spreadsheet Software, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Data Validation, Automation

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera

      Hands-On Python Challenge: TrendWave Media

      Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Python Programming, Technical Documentation, Data Science, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Cleansing, Pandas (Python Package), Git (Version Control System), Jupyter

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Data Mining in Python

      Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Data Science, Analytical Skills, Python Programming, Machine Learning Methods, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera

      Python, SQL, Tableau for Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: AWS SageMaker, Unsupervised Learning, SQL, Feature Engineering, Matplotlib, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Exploratory Data Analysis, Dashboard, Amazon Web Services, Data Manipulation, Tableau Software, Plotly, Supervised Learning, Data Visualization Software, Amazon S3, Git (Version Control System), Database Management, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Machine Learning

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs)

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Tensorflow, Artificial Neural Networks, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Computer Vision, Data Ethics, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Information Privacy, Unsupervised Learning, Data Synthesis, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Algorithms

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      University of Pittsburgh

      Statistics and Calculus Methods for Data Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Integral Calculus, Descriptive Statistics, Calculus, Probability & Statistics, Data Science, Data Analysis, Probability Distribution, Statistical Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Statistics, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Statistical Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Derivatives, Machine Learning, Algorithms

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      Duke University

      Business Metrics for Data-Driven Companies

      Skills you'll gain: Business Metrics, Business Analytics, Analytics, Business Intelligence, Business Process Improvement, Performance Measurement, Marketing Analytics, Web Analytics, Business Process, Cash Flows, Business Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Financial Services, Competitive Analysis, E-Commerce, Decision Making, SQL

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      University of Pittsburgh

      Probability Theory and Regression for Predictive Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Probability, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Machine Learning, Data Science, Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Bayesian Statistics, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Applied Mathematics, Python Programming, Algorithms

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Agentic AI with LangChain and LangGraph

      Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, Generative AI Agents, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI, Technical Design, System Design and Implementation, Software Development, Graph Theory, Python Programming, Application Frameworks, Data Science

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Use AI Responsibly

      Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Data Collection, Data Security, Analysis, Generative AI, Critical Thinking

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Introduction to Thermodynamics: Transferring Energy from Here to There: University of Michigan
    • Mathematical Foundations for Data Science and Analytics: University of Pittsburgh
    • Excel Fundamentals for Data Analysis: Macquarie University
    • Hands-On Python Challenge: TrendWave Media: Coursera
    • Data Mining in Python: University of Michigan
    • Python, SQL, Tableau for Data Science: Coursera
    • Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs): DeepLearning.AI
    • Statistics and Calculus Methods for Data Analysis: University of Pittsburgh
    • Business Metrics for Data-Driven Companies: Duke University
    • Probability Theory and Regression for Predictive Analytics: University of Pittsburgh

    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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