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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Machine Learning for Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Anomaly Detection, Digital Marketing, Web Analytics, Digital Advertising, Dimensionality Reduction, Unsupervised Learning, Customer Analysis, Search Engine Marketing, Supervised Learning, Online Advertising, Customer Retention, Text Mining, Predictive Analytics, Google Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Applied Machine Learning, Data Ethics, Data Mining, Customer Insights

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      LangChain for LLM Application Development

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Engineering, OpenAI, Generative AI, Application Development

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      144 reviews

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Meta

      Introducción al desarrollo de back-end

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), User Interface (UI), HTML and CSS, Web Development, Front-End Web Development, Web Design, Web Applications, React.js, Back-End Web Development, Javascript

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      288 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Università di Napoli Federico II

      Autonomous Aerospace Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Systems Architecture, Simulation and Simulation Software, Global Positioning Systems, Automation, Computer Vision, Mathematical Modeling, Estimation, Real Time Data

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google

      Google UX Design

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, UI/UX Research, Information Architecture, Storyboarding, Wireframing, User Research, User Story, Adobe XD, Usability Testing, Figma (Design Software), Design Reviews, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Design Research, Persona (User Experience), Presentations, Web Design, User Centered Design, Research Design, Design Thinking, Prototyping

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      164 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Rice University

      Physics 102 - AC Circuits and Maxwell's Equations

      Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Engineering Analysis, Electronic Systems, Electrical Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Calculus

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      40 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Change Management

      Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Organizational Change, Business Transformation, Business Leadership, Leadership, Continuous Improvement Process, Emotional Intelligence, Overcoming Obstacles, Stakeholder Engagement, Decision Making, Employee Engagement

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidades Anáhuac

      Liderazgo efectivo y colaboración con inteligencia emocional

      Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Emotional Intelligence, Team Management, Personal Development, Collaboration, Team Motivation, Professional Development, Productivity, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Communication, Decision Making

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Women in environmental biology

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Science, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Biology, Natural Resource Management, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Social Studies, Diversity Awareness, Science and Research

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      135 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Amazon

      Application Development

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Software Development Methodologies, Requirements Analysis, Version Control, Application Development, Software Development Life Cycle, Systems Development, Software Development, Unified Modeling Language, Software Testing, JUnit, Agile Methodology, Spring Framework, Code Review, Maintainability, Debugging, Java, Technical Design, User Story, User Interface (UI) Design

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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Advanced Study of Protection Schemes and Switchgear

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Substation, Electric Power Systems, High Voltage, Electrical Systems, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Safety, Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Artificial Neural Networks, Automation

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Shell Scripting with Bash: Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Scripting, Command-Line Interface, Unix Shell, Unix Commands, Linux Commands, File Management

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Machine Learning for Marketing: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • LangChain for LLM Application Development: DeepLearning.AI
    • Introducción al desarrollo de back-end: Meta
    • Autonomous Aerospace Systems: Università di Napoli Federico II
    • Google UX Design: Google
    • Physics 102 - AC Circuits and Maxwell's Equations: Rice University
    • Change Management: Packt
    • Liderazgo efectivo y colaboración con inteligencia emocional: Universidades Anáhuac
    • Women in environmental biology: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Application Development: Amazon

    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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