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      Packt

      Incident Response and Risk Management

      Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Disaster Recovery, Business Continuity, Risk Management Framework, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Risk Management, Security Strategy, Network Security, Investigation, Security Controls, Security Testing, Cloud Technologies, Vulnerability Assessments, Virtualization and Virtual Machines

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Kotter

      Kotter's Change Framework: Accelerators 1-4

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Change Management, Business Transformation, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Stakeholder Engagement, Employee Engagement, Team Building, Communication Strategies

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Local LLMs with llamafile

      Skills you'll gain: Real Time Data, Large Language Modeling, Application Deployment, Command-Line Interface, System Monitoring, Generative AI, Open Source Technology, Cross Platform Development, Application Programming Interface (API)

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      High Voltage Schottky and p-n Diodes

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, High Voltage, Power Electronics, Electronic Components, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling

      Build toward a degree

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dartmouth College

      Bipedalism: The Science of Upright Walking

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Anthropology, Kinesiology, Biology, Anatomy, Laboratory Research, Research, 3D Modeling, Mechanics, Human Development, Child Development, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Human Factors, Spatial Data Analysis, Torque (Physics), Interactive Learning, Life Sciences, Orthopedics, Motion Graphics, Scientific Visualization

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Northeastern University

      Introduction to Domain Models

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Software Visualization, Object Oriented Design, Data Modeling, Software Engineering, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unified Modeling Language, Business Process Modeling, Software Design, Systems Design, Business Modeling, Solution Design

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Scrimba

      Build a Mobile App with Firebase

      Skills you'll gain: Web Applications, Debugging, Web Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Mobile Development, Database Application, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Responsive Web Design, Real Time Data, User Interface (UI), Javascript, Data Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Starweaver

      Manufacturing Systems Analysis: A Comprehensive Guide

      Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Industrial Engineering, Process Optimization, Manufacturing and Production, Six Sigma Methodology, Strategic Planning, Organizational Strategy, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Process Analysis, Production Management, Manufacturing Processes, Strategic Leadership, Continuous Improvement Process, Operational Analysis, Automation Engineering, Change Management, Systems Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Environmental Engineering

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Créer du contenu de développement durable avec Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Logo Design, Marketing Materials, Graphic Design, Presentations, Promotional Materials, Sustainability Reporting, Social Media Content, Content Creation, Video Production

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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Microsoft

      Cybersecurity Planning, Management, and Compliance

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Data Management, Records Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Data Security, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Cloud Computing, Data Governance, Personally Identifiable Information, Information Privacy, Threat Detection, Microsoft Azure, Security Controls

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnKartS

      Monitoring, Streams, and Connectors

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Kafka, System Monitoring, Data Pipelines, Continuous Monitoring, Performance Tuning, Middleware, Real Time Data, Software Architecture, Restful API, Data Integration, Scalability, JSON

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute

      실용 머신 러닝 소개

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Machine Learning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Applied Machine Learning, Business Priorities, Training Records Management, Data Collection, Business Process, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Data Quality, Performance Metric

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Incident Response and Risk Management: Packt
    • Kotter's Change Framework: Accelerators 1-4: Kotter
    • Local LLMs with llamafile: Duke University
    • High Voltage Schottky and p-n Diodes: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Bipedalism: The Science of Upright Walking: Dartmouth College
    • Introduction to Domain Models: Northeastern University
    • Build a Mobile App with Firebase: Scrimba
    • Manufacturing Systems Analysis: A Comprehensive Guide : Starweaver
    • Créer du contenu de développement durable avec Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Cybersecurity Planning, Management, and Compliance: Microsoft

    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.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Political Science

    Top options include Political Economy of Institutions and Development from Universiteit Leiden, Moral Foundations of Politics from Yale University, and Understanding Political Concepts from the Università di Napoli Federico II. These courses explore political theory, governance, global politics, and public institutions.‎

    Yes. Many political science courses offer a free audit option, which allows you to access video lectures and readings at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how governments function, how political systems are structured, and how public policy is created and implemented. Topics may also include political ideologies, international relations, comparative politics, and the role of institutions and citizens in shaping political outcomes.‎

    No prior background is required for most introductory courses. Many are designed for general learners and start with foundational concepts. More advanced or specialized courses may build on prior knowledge in law, economics, or history.‎

    Yes. These courses are valuable for learners preparing for university study, professionals in public service, educators, or anyone interested in policy, governance, or international affairs. Earning a certificate can support applications for academic programs or enhance your understanding of current global issues.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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