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Political Science Courses

Political Science courses can help you learn about government structures, political theories, international relations, and public policy analysis. You can build skills in critical thinking, data interpretation, and effective communication, that support analyzing political systems and crafting informed arguments. Many courses introduce tools like statistical software for analyzing political data, simulation models for understanding electoral processes, and case study methods to evaluate policy impacts.


Popular Political Science Courses and Certifications


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    Google Cloud

    Creating a Virtual Machine

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Machines, Web Servers, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Infrastructure, Virtual Networking, Command-Line Interface, Cloud Computing, Operating Systems

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    30 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    L

    LearnQuest

    Python Scripting: Files, Inheritance, and Databases

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Matplotlib, Data Manipulation, Pandas (Python Package), Data Visualization, Data Persistence, NumPy, Data Processing, Scripting, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, Query Languages, Database Application, Databases, Relational Databases, Object Oriented Design, Data Import/Export, Debugging

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    21 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
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    U

    University of Toronto

    Managing Your Health: The Role of Physical Therapy and Exercise

    Skills you'll gain: Sports Medicine, Physical Therapy, Injury Prevention, Exercise Science, Preventative Care, Health Education, Pain Management, Rehabilitation, Cardiology, Orthopedics, Oncology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    802 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Finite Element Analysis Convergence and Mesh Independence

    Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Simulations, Mechanical Design, Process Engineering, Engineering, Verification And Validation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    245 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    C

    Coursera

    Generative AI for Data Visualization and Data Storytelling

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, LLM Application, Data Wrangling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Real Time Data, Prompt Engineering

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    29 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Harnessing Open Source LLMs and ChatGPT with Minimal Code

    Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, OpenAI API, Model Deployment, LLM Application, Tool Calling, Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, Application Programming Interface (API), No-Code Development, Python Programming, Software Installation, Open Source Technology, Development Environment, Data Science

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Digging Deeper into Audience Reports in Google Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Google Analytics, Web Analytics, Benchmarking, Content Performance Analysis, Customer Engagement, Customer Analysis, Performance Analysis, Management Reporting, Customer Retention, User Research, Real Time Data, Marketing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    55 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Michigan

    Impacts of the Environment on Global Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Demography, Occupational Health, Environmental Regulations, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Public Health, Health Equity, Environment, Environmental Laws, Health Systems, Environmental Policy, Sustainable Development, Health Disparities, Systems Thinking, Environment Health And Safety, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Social Determinants Of Health, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Science, Epidemiology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    287 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    P

    Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)

    Introduction and Programming with IoT Boards

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Wireless Networks, General Networking, Emerging Technologies, Electronic Hardware, Embedded Systems, Information Technology Architecture, Software Architecture, Computing Platforms, Computer Programming Tools, Problem Solving

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    1.8K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Social Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Social Network Analysis, Driving engagement, Behavioral Economics, Network Analysis, Game Design, Social Sciences, Artificial Intelligence, Systems Thinking, Human Computer Interaction, Data Collection, Psychology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Where, Why, and How of Lambda Functions in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Manipulation, Jupyter, Exploratory Data Analysis, Python Programming, Computational Logic

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    34 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    M

    Microsoft

    Scenario and Root Cause Analysis with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Generative AI, Root Cause Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Trend Analysis, Scenario Testing, Strategic Thinking, Data Ethics, Strategic Planning, Artificial Intelligence

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Creating a Virtual Machine: Google Cloud
  • Python Scripting: Files, Inheritance, and Databases: LearnQuest
  • Managing Your Health: The Role of Physical Therapy and Exercise: University of Toronto
  • Finite Element Analysis Convergence and Mesh Independence: Coursera
  • Generative AI for Data Visualization and Data Storytelling: Coursera
  • Harnessing Open Source LLMs and ChatGPT with Minimal Code: Packt
  • Digging Deeper into Audience Reports in Google Analytics: Coursera
  • Impacts of the Environment on Global Public Health: University of Michigan
  • Introduction and Programming with IoT Boards: Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)
  • Introduction to Social Computing: Johns Hopkins University

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