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    • L

      LearnKartS

      Reports, Dashboards, and Deployment

      Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, Dashboard, Salesforce Development, Salesforce, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Performance Tuning, Business Reporting, End User Training and Support, Change Control, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Linear Kalman Filter Deep Dive (and Target Tracking)

      Skills you'll gain: Estimation, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Matlab, Linear Algebra, Statistical Methods, Numerical Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Mathematical Software, Probability Distribution, Probability & Statistics

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Block.one: Creating a Multi Node EOSIO Blockchain

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • P

      Packt

      Deep Neural Network for Beginners Using Python

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Architecting with Google Kubernetes Engine: Production en Français

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      AWS AutoGluon for Machine Learning Classification

      Skills you'll gain: AWS SageMaker, Applied Machine Learning, Amazon Web Services, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Codio

      RESTful MVC Architecture

      Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Test Driven Development (TDD), Restful API, Vue.JS, Full-Stack Web Development, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Applications, Server Side, API Design, Software Design Patterns, Javascript, HTML and CSS, User Interface (UI)

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Empezando con Figma

      Skills you'll gain: Figma (Design Software), Prototyping, Mockups, Wireframing, Design, UI Components, User Interface (UI) Design, Typography, File Management, User Accounts

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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Board Infinity

      xUnit

      Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Test Execution Engine, Test Case, .NET Framework, Test Automation, Test Data, Software Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD), Continuous Integration, Microsoft Visual Studio

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • D

      Duke University

      Understand Big O Notation in Python

      Skills you'll gain: Scalability, Performance Measurement, Performance Analysis, Simulations, Algorithms, Complex Problem Solving, Business Process Modeling, Python Programming, Data Structures, Computational Thinking

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Typescript in React: useContext, useReducer, Type assertion

      Skills you'll gain: TypeScript, React.js, Javascript, Debugging, Integrated Development Environments

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Using Elastic Stack to Monitor Google Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Interactive Data Visualization, Event Monitoring, Data Engineering

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Reports, Dashboards, and Deployment: LearnKartS
    • Linear Kalman Filter Deep Dive (and Target Tracking): University of Colorado System
    • Block.one: Creating a Multi Node EOSIO Blockchain: Google Cloud
    • Deep Neural Network for Beginners Using Python: Packt
    • Architecting with Google Kubernetes Engine: Production en Français: Google Cloud
    • AWS AutoGluon for Machine Learning Classification: Coursera Project Network
    • RESTful MVC Architecture: Codio
    • Empezando con Figma: Coursera Project Network
    • xUnit: Board Infinity
    • Understand Big O Notation in Python: Duke University

    Frequently Asked Questions about Political Science

    Political science is an area of study that focuses on government and politics at various levels. When you study political science, you look at the factors that drive decisions and actions as well as their consequences. You can observe national, state, or local politics and examine how they work, and you can focus on international politics. Political scientists study theories about political systems and compare different types of governments and how they work. They also look at the history of political movements and how those movements have affected today's political climate. Interactions between nations and other international actors also drive the study of political science.‎

    Learning about political science can help you better understand how society works in the world around you. When you build a base of knowledge of how government and its systems work, you'll understand the news better and you'll have a better grasp of how various policy decisions will affect you and others. The historical context of political science also gives you insight into how past events have affected and driven current trends. An understanding of political science can help you not only find a career in politics, but it also allows you to make more informed decisions as a voter and make your voice heard as a citizen.‎

    People who study political science often work in governmental or non-governmental organizations, for campaigns, or as lobbyists. Once you've completed your studies in political science, you can find jobs as a policy analyst or consultant at a think tank that helps comment on and shape public policy. You may be able to write about politics as a journalist or columnist as well. There are often job opportunities for people with backgrounds in political science in the fields of law and business, and universities hire political science professors too.‎

    Online courses on Coursera can give you a broad foundation of the concepts behind political science, as well as its practical applications. You can begin with courses that explain the basics then move on to more specialized topics like the American Constitution, politics in urban environments, and the moral foundations of political science. Whether you want to better engage as a citizen or look for a new career in the political science field, online courses on Coursera can help.‎

    Online Political Science courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Political Science skills. Choose from a wide range of Political Science courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Political Science, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    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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