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      Infosec

      Stages of Incident Response

      Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Management, Cyber Operations, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Hunting, Threat Detection, Event Monitoring, Business Continuity, System Monitoring, Verification And Validation, Technical Communication

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Backend Development and API Creation

      Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, Back-End Web Development, Server Side, Full-Stack Web Development, MongoDB, Authentications, Development Environment, Cloud API, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), User Accounts, Middleware, JavaScript Frameworks, User Requirements Documents, Authorization (Computing), User Story, Software Development Tools, Encryption, Data Validation

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Prompt Engineering with GPT: Programming for Custom Content

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, OpenAI, ChatGPT, Large Language Modeling, Python Programming, Application Programming Interface (API)

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      45 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado System

      SRS Documents: Requirements and Diagrammatic Notations

      Skills you'll gain: Software Design Documents, User Requirements Documents, Functional Requirement, Software Documentation, Unified Modeling Language, Functional Specification, Requirements Analysis, System Requirements, Systems Design, Technical Documentation, Data Modeling, Software Visualization, Systems Analysis, Dataflow

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnKartS

      Salesforce Admin and App Builder

      Skills you'll gain: Salesforce, Data Import/Export, Dashboard, Salesforce Development, Application Deployment, Data Cleansing, Data Migration, User Accounts, Workflow Management, Business Reporting, Customer Relationship Management, Management Reporting, Continuous Deployment, Data Management, Identity and Access Management, Release Management, Data Quality, Data Integration, Authorization (Computing), Business Process Automation

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Inteligência Artificial Aplicada ao CRM

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Relationship Management, Customer Data Management, Big Data, Data Mining, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Predictive Analytics, Data Visualization, Sales Management, Customer Engagement, Data Visualization Software, Data Modeling, R Programming, Customer Insights, Advanced Analytics, Customer experience strategy (CX), Data Science, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Artificial Intelligence, Data Structures

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      Nanjing University

      天文探秘

      Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Physics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Visualization (Computer Graphics), General Science and Research, Research, Scientific Methods

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      Duke University

      Databricks to Local LLMs

      Skills you'll gain: Databricks, Generative AI, Data Lakes, Extract, Transform, Load, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Data Transformation, Data Pipelines, Large Language Modeling, Apache Spark, Analytics, Data Analysis, Data Ethics, Data Science, CI/CD, Data Governance

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Programming Languages Ⅰ

      Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Other Programming Languages, Computer Programming, Functional Design

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Gemini in Google Drive

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Google Workspace, Generative AI, File Management, Document Management

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      Coursera Project Network

      Mycelium Growth with NetLogo Web

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Environment, Simulations, Agentic systems, Microbiology, Biology, Programming Principles, Mathematical Modeling, Network Analysis

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      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of London

      Doing Economics: Measuring Climate Change

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Environmental Policy, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Descriptive Statistics, Correlation Analysis, Policy Analysis, Environmental Issue, Scatter Plots, Environmental Science, Economics, Probability & Statistics

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Stages of Incident Response: Infosec
    • Backend Development and API Creation: Packt
    • Prompt Engineering with GPT: Programming for Custom Content: Coursera Project Network
    • SRS Documents: Requirements and Diagrammatic Notations: University of Colorado System
    • Salesforce Admin and App Builder: LearnKartS
    • Inteligência Artificial Aplicada ao CRM: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • 天文探秘: Nanjing University
    • Databricks to Local LLMs: Duke University
    • Programming Languages Ⅰ: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
    • Gemini in Google Drive: Google Cloud

    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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