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      Coursera Project Network

      Create Mapping Data Flows in Azure Data Factory

      Skills you'll gain: Data Transformation, Microsoft Azure, Data Pipelines, Dataflow, Data Storage, Data Processing, Data Integration

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Google Cloud

      Create Generative AI Apps on Google Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Cloud Applications, Google Cloud Platform, Application Deployment, Prototyping

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Crea diseños y prototipos de alta fidelidad en Figma

      Skills you'll gain: Figma (Design Software), Wireframing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Web Design, UI Components, Usability, Prototyping, Mockups

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      59 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      Information Technology and Security Principles

      Skills you'll gain: IT Management, Business Continuity, Project Risk Management, Computer Security Awareness Training, Risk Management, Artificial Intelligence

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Arizona State University

      Human Cognitive Capacities & Limitations

      Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Decision Making, Human Learning, Critical Thinking, Creativity, Human Development, Learning Strategies, Usability, Psychology, Human Centered Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Feature Engineering en Español

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Dataflow, Tensorflow, Data Transformation, Keras (Neural Network Library), Data Processing, Data Modeling, Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Python Programming

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Data Visualization and Transformation with R

      Skills you'll gain: Ggplot2, Statistical Visualization, Data Visualization Software, R Programming, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Statistical Methods, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Analysis, Statistical Programming, Histogram, Descriptive Statistics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Science, Data Transformation, Scatter Plots, Data Manipulation, GitHub

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      Design Thinking for Human-Centered IoT Solutions

      Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, Design Thinking, Internet Of Things, Human Centered Design, Conceptual Design, User Experience Design, User Research, Prototyping, Ideation, Mockups, Persona Development

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      ESG Communication for Inclusive Dialogue

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Cultural Responsiveness, Social Justice, Stakeholder Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Issue, Emotional Intelligence, Active Listening, Business Ethics, Communication

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for People and Talent Management

      Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, AI Personalization, Workforce Planning, Talent Management, Generative AI Agents, People Development, Employee Performance Management, Training Programs, Human Resource Strategy, Workforce Development, Diversity and Inclusion, HR Tech, Adaptability, Innovation, Analytics

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Scikit-Learn to Solve Regression Machine Learning Problems

      Skills you'll gain: Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Data Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Arizona State University

      Random Models, Nested and Split-plot Designs

      Skills you'll gain: Probability Distribution, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Data Analysis Software

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Create Mapping Data Flows in Azure Data Factory: Coursera Project Network
    • Create Generative AI Apps on Google Cloud: Google Cloud
    • Crea diseños y prototipos de alta fidelidad en Figma: Coursera Project Network
    • Information Technology and Security Principles: Packt
    • Human Cognitive Capacities & Limitations: Arizona State University
    • Feature Engineering en Español: Google Cloud
    • Data Visualization and Transformation with R: Duke University
    • Design Thinking for Human-Centered IoT Solutions: LearnQuest
    • ESG Communication for Inclusive Dialogue: Duke University
    • GenAI for People and Talent Management: Coursera Instructor Network

    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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