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      Coursera Project Network

      Data Visualization with ChatGPT: Python for Dashboarding

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, ChatGPT, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Generative AI, Debugging, Development Environment

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
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      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      Structural Equation Model and its Applications | 结构方程模型及其应用 (粤语)

      Skills you'll gain: SPSS, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, Statistical Modeling, SAS (Software), Correlation Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Data Processing, Data Modeling, Quantitative Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of California San Diego

      Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Sequences and Loops

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Education Software and Technology, Programming Principles, Debugging, Computer Programming, Computer Programming Tools, Algorithms, Development Environment, Computer Science

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Titanic Survival Prediction Using Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Data Cleansing, Predictive Modeling, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Applied Machine Learning, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Supervised Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Machine Learning Algorithms

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Michigan

      Linear Regression Modeling for Health Data

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Modeling, Regression Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistical Inference, Probability & Statistics, Correlation Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Predictive Modeling

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IE Business School

      Fundamentals of Diversity

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Disabilities, Diversity Programs, Diversity and Inclusion, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, People Management, Culture, Demography, Sociology, Communication, Empowerment

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      C

      Coursera

      Empowering and Transforming Your Organization with GenAI

      Skills you'll gain: Business Transformation, Business Communication, Communication, Internal Communications, Employee Training, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Strategy, Workforce Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Leadership, Digital Transformation, Change Management

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
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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

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Meta

      Prepare for the Meta Marketing Science Certification Exam

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Analytics, Marketing, Data Analysis, Resource Utilization, Marketing Effectiveness, Registration, Statistical Methods, Digital Marketing

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Google

      Google Data Analytics (DE)

      Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Rmarkdown, Stakeholder Management, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Data Validation, Data Literacy, Data Ethics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Interactive Data Visualization, Analytical Skills, Data Integrity, Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Ggplot2, Data Quality, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Queries with OpenAI: Translate Natural Text to SQL

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, OpenAI, Pandas (Python Package), Natural Language Processing, Generative AI, Data Import/Export, Databases, Application Programming Interface (API)

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Johns Hopkins University

      Data Visualization Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Literacy, Storyboarding, Statistical Visualization, Data Storytelling, Data Manipulation, Ggplot2, Statistical Reporting, Data Wrangling, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, R Programming, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Transformation, Data Import/Export, Rmarkdown, Graphing

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Data Visualization with ChatGPT: Python for Dashboarding : Coursera Project Network
    • Structural Equation Model and its Applications | 结构方程模型及其应用 (粤语): The Chinese University of Hong Kong
    • Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Sequences and Loops: University of California San Diego
    • Titanic Survival Prediction Using Machine Learning: Coursera Project Network
    • Linear Regression Modeling for Health Data: University of Michigan
    • Fundamentals of Diversity: IE Business School
    • Empowering and Transforming Your Organization with GenAI: Coursera
    • Smart Solid Waste Management: L&T EduTech
    • Prepare for the Meta Marketing Science Certification Exam: Meta
    • Google Data Analytics (DE): Google

    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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