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      Google Cloud

      Developing Applications with Google Cloud: Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Applications, Application Deployment, Application Development, Google Cloud Platform, Generative AI, Authentications, Cloud-Native Computing, Data Storage, Cloud API, CI/CD, Computer Programming Tools, Application Performance Management, Cloud Storage, Authorization (Computing), Cloud Services, Machine Learning Software, Containerization

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Computer Simulations

      Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Network Analysis, Computational Thinking, Sociology, Economics, Scientific Methods, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computer Programming

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      83 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Project Development in Python

      Skills you'll gain: DevOps, Agile Methodology, Docker (Software), Project Management, Needs Assessment, Prometheus (Software), Business Requirements, Project Planning, Jira (Software), Python Programming, Natural Language Processing, Collaboration, Portfolio Management, Communication, Professional Networking, Interviewing Skills

      4.3
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Imperial College London

      Types of Vaccine

      Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Pharmaceuticals, Epidemiology, Biology, Innovation

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      23 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Deep Learning for Real Estate Price Prediction

      Skills you'll gain: Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Tensorflow, Machine Learning Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Data Processing, Feature Engineering, Property and Real Estate, Predictive Modeling, Data Cleansing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Manipulation, Performance Analysis, Machine Learning, Real Estate, Regression Analysis, Python Programming

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Promoción de Habilidades Socioemocionales

      Skills you'll gain: Instructional Strategies, Instructional Design, Social Skills, Training Programs, Personal Development, Course Development, Emotional Intelligence, Program Evaluation, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Interpersonal Communications, Decision Making, Cultural Diversity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      ISAE-SUPAERO

      Developments of structural dynamics

      Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Structural Analysis, Vibrations, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Mechanical Engineering, Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Control Systems, Differential Equations

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Spark, Hadoop, and Snowflake for Data Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: PySpark, Snowflake Schema, Databricks, Data Pipelines, Apache Spark, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Apache Hadoop, Big Data, Data Warehousing, Data Quality, Data Integration, Data Processing, DevOps, Data Transformation, SQL, Python Programming

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      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      52 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Toward the Future of iOS Development with Swift

      Skills you'll gain: Swift Programming, iOS Development, Apple iOS, Apple Xcode, Objective-C (Programming Language), Mobile Development, Application Development, Application Servers, UI Components, User Interface (UI)

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      79 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Columbia University

      Pets, Politics and Pandemics

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Cognitive flexibility, Complex Problem Solving, Problem Solving, Policy Analysis, Persuasive Communication, Analytical Skills, Critical Thinking, Scientific Methods, Curiosity

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Banking & Finance in India

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Market, Capital Markets, Financial Systems, Securities (Finance), Banking, Financial Policy, Finance, Bank Regulations, Economics, Financial Regulation, Fiscal Management, Public Administration, Commercial Banking

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Sourcing Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Purchasing, Supplier Performance Management, Supplier Management, Market Intelligence, Supply Management, Vendor Management, Supply Chain Management, Market Analysis, Business Intelligence, Competitive Analysis, Analytics, Financial Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Developing Applications with Google Cloud: Foundations: Google Cloud
    • Computer Simulations: University of California, Davis
    • Project Development in Python: Microsoft
    • Types of Vaccine: Imperial College London
    • Deep Learning for Real Estate Price Prediction: Coursera Project Network
    • Promoción de Habilidades Socioemocionales: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Developments of structural dynamics: ISAE-SUPAERO
    • Spark, Hadoop, and Snowflake for Data Engineering: Duke University
    • Toward the Future of iOS Development with Swift: University of California, Irvine
    • Pets, Politics and Pandemics: Columbia University

    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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