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    Find the Best Political Science Course for Your Goals

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      Rice University

      Physics of Waves and Optics

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Mechanics, Engineering Calculations, Vibrations, Applied Mathematics, Physical Science, Trigonometry, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Differential Equations, Linear Algebra, Calculus, Integral Calculus

      4.9
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      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      BigQuery Soccer Data Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Databases, Big Data, SQL, Data Analysis, Data Science

      3.1
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Building Statistical Models in R: Linear Regression

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Regression Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Scatter Plots, R Programming, Plot (Graphics), Predictive Modeling

      4.7
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      19 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Sales Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Sales Strategy, Customer Analysis, Sales, Sales Management, Generative AI, Customer Insights, Forecasting, Personalized Service, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Predictive Modeling, Business Metrics

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      TypeScript Arrays

      Skills you'll gain: TypeScript, Data Structures, Javascript

      4.3
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      22 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Neuroscience Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Science and Research, Laboratory Research, Research Methodologies, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Neurology, Psychology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Image Analysis, Medical Equipment and Technology, Biology, Human Learning, Medical Imaging, Statistical Hypothesis Testing

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Build Your First GUI App With Java

      Skills you'll gain: Application Development, UI Components, Event-Driven Programming, Integrated Development Environments, User Interface (UI), Java, Software Design

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      Ruby Fundamentals and Basic Programming Concepts

      Skills you'll gain: Ruby (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Development Environment, Software Installation, Microsoft Windows, Mac OS, Debugging, Command-Line Interface

      4.8
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Design of Formwork System

      Skills you'll gain: Building Codes, Building Information Modeling, Cost Estimation, Construction Estimating, Structural Engineering, Engineering Drawings, Construction, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Safety Assurance, Engineering Calculations

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Smart Solid Waste Management

      Skills you'll gain: Waste Minimization, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Laws, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Construction, Radiation Protection, Thermal Management, Environmental Resource Management, Process Engineering, Construction Management, Safety Assurance, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Policy, Pollution Prevention, Transportation Operations, Energy and Utilities, Environment and Resource Management

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Statistical Learning for Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Statistical Methods, Data Science, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Supervised Learning, R Programming, Artificial Neural Networks, Dimensionality Reduction, Unsupervised Learning, Probability & Statistics, Advanced Analytics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Decision Tree Learning, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad de Palermo

      SQL para el desarrollo web

      Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, SQL, Database Design, Database Management, Databases, Database Systems, Data Modeling, Data Entry, Query Languages, Web Development, Data Access, Data Integrity

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Physics of Waves and Optics: Rice University
    • BigQuery Soccer Data Analysis : Google Cloud
    • Building Statistical Models in R: Linear Regression: Coursera Project Network
    • GenAI for Sales Analytics: Coursera Instructor Network
    • TypeScript Arrays: Coursera Project Network
    • Neuroscience Methods: Johns Hopkins University
    • Build Your First GUI App With Java: Coursera Project Network
    • Ruby Fundamentals and Basic Programming Concepts: Packt
    • Design of Formwork System: L&T EduTech
    • Smart Solid Waste Management: L&T EduTech

    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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