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      Packt

      Python for Data Analysis and Automation

      Skills you'll gain: Automation, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Scripting, Debugging, Spreadsheet Software, Data Structures, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export, Software Installation, Data Validation, File Management

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      SkillUp EdTech

      Generative AI: Turbocharge Mobile App Development

      Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Mobile Development, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Machine Learning Methods, Application Development, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Cloud Applications, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Development, Persona Development, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      Java Data Access - SQL Primer

      Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, SQL, Databases, Data Access, Data Manipulation, Database Management, Query Languages

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Whizlabs

      Exam Prep: AWS Certified Advanced Networking Specialty

      Skills you'll gain: Amazon CloudWatch, Network Troubleshooting, Continuous Monitoring, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Encryption, Network Security, Network Routing, Network Architecture, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Network Administration, Amazon Web Services, Security Controls, Network Planning And Design, Cloud Security, Firewall, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Infrastructure, AWS CloudFormation, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Innovación y medios digitales en proyectos sociales

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Partnership, Communication Planning, Project Design, Social Media, Human Centered Design, Project Planning, Community Development, Environmental Issue, Innovation, Sustainability Reporting, Project Management, Entrepreneurship, Fundraising, Presentations

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      L&T EduTech

      Construction aspects of Steel Buildings

      Skills you'll gain: Construction Inspection, Construction, Building Design, Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Architectural Drawing, Industrial Design, Commercial Construction, Engineering Drawings, Technical Drawing, Engineering Design Process

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Codio

      Select Topics in Python: Natural Language Processing

      Skills you'll gain: Text Mining, Large Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing, Data Processing, Data Transformation, Python Programming, Artificial Intelligence, Computational Thinking

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Prototyping Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Prototyping, Functional Design, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Mockups, ChatGPT, Design Software, Usability, Conceptual Design, Canva (Software), User Experience Design

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Security Operations

      Skills you'll gain: Disaster Recovery, Incident Response, Incident Management, Security Management, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Patch Management, Threat Detection, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Infrastructure Security, Vulnerability Management, Hardening, Safety and Security, Configuration Management, Identity and Access Management, Change Control

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Network Analysis for Marketing Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Data Visualization, Semantic Web, Statistical Methods, Text Mining, Data Structures, JSON, Social Media, Natural Language Processing, Data Visualization Software, Data Processing

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      Institut Mines-Télécom

      La Data Intelligence au service des organisations

      Skills you'll gain: Data Strategy, Digital Transformation, Data Governance, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Intelligence, Business Transformation, Data Management, Business Analytics, Competitive Intelligence, Big Data, Artificial Intelligence

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Object-Oriented Programming and Java Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Software Design, Debugging

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Python for Data Analysis and Automation: Packt
    • Generative AI: Turbocharge Mobile App Development: SkillUp EdTech
    • Java Data Access - SQL Primer: LearnQuest
    • Exam Prep: AWS Certified Advanced Networking Specialty: Whizlabs
    • Innovación y medios digitales en proyectos sociales: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Construction aspects of Steel Buildings: L&T EduTech
    • Select Topics in Python: Natural Language Processing: Codio
    • GenAI for Prototyping Basics: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Security Operations: Packt
    • Network Analysis for Marketing Analytics: University of Colorado Boulder

    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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