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      EDUCBA

      Mastering Python Sequences and Strings

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Scripting, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Development Environment, Software Installation, Virtual Environment

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Prescriptive Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Network Model, Business Modeling, Operations Research, Microsoft Excel, Process Optimization, Business Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytical Skills, Machine Learning, Bayesian Statistics

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      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      EDUCBA

      XHTML Practical - Creating Website Engineering College

      Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, HTML and CSS, Verification And Validation, Semantic Web, Web Development, Web Design and Development, Development Testing, Data Validation, Design Strategies, User Interface (UI) Design

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SkillUp

      Java App Development Project: Fundamentals, OOP & File I/O

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Java, Java Programming, Maintainability, Software Design, Data Storage Technologies, Program Development, Application Development, Data Structures, Data Validation, File Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Cape Town

      Life on Earth: Diversification and Extinctions

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Mitigation, Environment, Environmental Science, Biology, Life Sciences, Anthropology, Ancient History, World History, Trend Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Business Writing

      Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Communication, Writing, Organizational Skills, Concision, Writing and Editing, Proofreading, Grammar, Communication, Editing, Persuasive Communication, Communication Strategies

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Northeastern University

      Foundations for Data Analytics Part 2

      Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Correlation Analysis, Text Mining, Probability Distribution, Data Analysis, Network Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Feature Engineering, Probability, Data Structures, Statistics, Data Visualization, Unstructured Data, Data Processing, Data Cleansing, Natural Language Processing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Learn to Code: Fun with C#

      Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Business Logic, Application Development, IT Automation, Business Software, C# (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Decision Making, Data Structures, Data Cleansing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pearson

      Rust Programming Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: System Programming, Rust (Programming Language), Data Structures, Relational Databases, Databases, Data Access, Debugging, Programming Principles, Application Development, Secure Coding, SQL, Scripting Languages, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C++ (Programming Language), Interoperability, Software Development, Performance Tuning, Command-Line Interface, Data Import/Export, File Management

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Mastering Python Modules and File Systems

      Skills you'll gain: File Systems, Command-Line Interface, Operating Systems, Python Programming, Scripting, User Interface (UI), Data Import/Export, Data Structures, Development Environment, Simulations

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Fundamentals of Bioclimatic Design

      Skills you'll gain: Human Factors, Architectural Engineering, Architectural Design, Building Design, Environmental Engineering, Thermal Management, HVAC, Environment and Resource Management, Building Services Engineering, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Construction, Design Strategies, Energy and Utilities, Simulation and Simulation Software, Physics

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Magíster en Ciencia de Datos

      Skills you'll gain: Revenue Management, Database Design, Data Ethics, Customer Analysis, Descriptive Analytics, People Analytics, FinTech, Supervised Learning, Biostatistics, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Public Key Infrastructure, Gerontology, Digital Transformation, Network Analysis, Bayesian Statistics, Data Mining, Natural Language Processing, Exploratory Data Analysis, Risk Analysis, Assertiveness

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

    • Mastering Python Sequences and Strings: EDUCBA
    • Prescriptive Analytics: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • XHTML Practical - Creating Website Engineering College: EDUCBA
    • Java App Development Project: Fundamentals, OOP & File I/O: SkillUp
    • Life on Earth: Diversification and Extinctions: University of Cape Town
    • Business Writing: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Foundations for Data Analytics Part 2: Northeastern University
    • Learn to Code: Fun with C#: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Rust Programming Essentials: Pearson
    • Mastering Python Modules and File Systems: EDUCBA

    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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