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      Alignor

      Diversity Leadership for Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Overcoming Objections, Active Listening, Conflict Management, Teamwork, Collaboration, Diversity and Inclusion, Cultural Diversity, Decision Making, Interpersonal Communications, Team Management, Constructive Feedback, Communication, Communication Strategies, Empathy, Leadership, Stakeholder Engagement, Advocacy, Emotional Intelligence, Diversity Awareness

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Develop Linkedin designs with Visme

      Skills you'll gain: Promotional Materials, Marketing Materials, LinkedIn, Content Creation, Social Media Content, Social Media, Digital Content

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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Multi-Table data analysis with Tableau: Customer Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Interactive Data Visualization, Tableau Software, Data Presentation, Data Import/Export, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Data Integration, Data Modeling

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Auto Machine Learning (AutoML) Using AutoGluon

      Skills you'll gain: Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Predictive Modeling, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Amazon Web Services, Prototyping

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      Security Foundations, Threats, and Network Protection

      Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Network Security, Cyber Attacks, Cryptography, Threat Modeling, Information Systems Security, Identity and Access Management, Application Security, Firewall, Threat Management, Encryption, Threat Detection, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Public Key Infrastructure, Network Administration, Infrastructure Security, Key Management, Security Controls, Authentications, Risk Management Framework

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Foundations of R Programming and Basic Data Manipulation

      Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Data Import/Export, R Programming, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization, Web Scraping, Ggplot2, Plotly, Programming Principles, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Visualization Software, Data Wrangling, Data Cleansing, Statistical Programming, Data Transformation, Data Structures, Scripting Languages, Scripting, Development Environment

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Amazon Event Bridge and Lambda

      Skills you'll gain: AWS CloudFormation, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Event-Driven Programming, Serverless Computing, Event Monitoring

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      Coursera Project Network

      Introducción a la terminal de comandos de Linux

      Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Command-Line Interface, Unix Commands, Linux, Linux Servers, File Systems, File Management

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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Yale University

      宇宙之旅:对话 (Journey of the Universe: Weaving Knowledge and Action)

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Liberal Arts, Environment, Social Studies, Culture, Anthropology, Human Development, World History, Creativity, Teaching, Storytelling, Systems Thinking, Physical Science, Environmental Science, Physics, Biology, Economics, Music

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Mastering Operating Systems with IBM AIX

      Skills you'll gain: Shell Script, Unix Shell, File Management, User Accounts, Unix, Package and Software Management, Systems Administration, File Systems, TCP/IP, Unix Commands, System Monitoring, Disaster Recovery, System Software, System Configuration, Operating Systems, OS Process Management, Command-Line Interface, Debugging, System Support, Network Administration

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Uso de bancos de dados com Python

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Database Management, Relational Databases, Databases, Database Systems, Database Design, Query Languages, Data Visualization, Web Scraping, Data Processing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Modeling, Geospatial Mapping, Data Storage, Python Programming, Web Development, Data Collection

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Simplilearn

      AI & Deep Learning Concepts and Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Tensorflow, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Supervised Learning, Data Ethics, Algorithms, Unsupervised Learning, Emerging Technologies, Natural Language Processing, Digital Transformation, Reinforcement Learning, Data Processing, Business Ethics

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Diversity Leadership for Everyone: Alignor
    • Develop Linkedin designs with Visme : Coursera Project Network
    • Multi-Table data analysis with Tableau: Customer Analysis: Coursera Project Network
    • Auto Machine Learning (AutoML) Using AutoGluon : Coursera Project Network
    • Security Foundations, Threats, and Network Protection: Packt
    • Foundations of R Programming and Basic Data Manipulation: Packt
    • Amazon Event Bridge and Lambda: Coursera Project Network
    • Introducción a la terminal de comandos de Linux: Coursera Project Network
    • 宇宙之旅:对话 (Journey of the Universe: Weaving Knowledge and Action): Yale University
    • Mastering Operating Systems with IBM AIX: IBM

    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.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Political Science

    Top options include Political Economy of Institutions and Development from Universiteit Leiden, Moral Foundations of Politics from Yale University, and Understanding Political Concepts from the Università di Napoli Federico II. These courses explore political theory, governance, global politics, and public institutions.‎

    Yes. Many political science courses offer a free audit option, which allows you to access video lectures and readings at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how governments function, how political systems are structured, and how public policy is created and implemented. Topics may also include political ideologies, international relations, comparative politics, and the role of institutions and citizens in shaping political outcomes.‎

    No prior background is required for most introductory courses. Many are designed for general learners and start with foundational concepts. More advanced or specialized courses may build on prior knowledge in law, economics, or history.‎

    Yes. These courses are valuable for learners preparing for university study, professionals in public service, educators, or anyone interested in policy, governance, or international affairs. Earning a certificate can support applications for academic programs or enhance your understanding of current global issues.‎

    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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