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      Johns Hopkins University

      Using Sensors With Your Raspberry Pi

      Skills you'll gain: Data Processing, Technical Design, Data Science, Embedded Software, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis Software, Statistical Methods, Analytical Skills, Real Time Data, Data Quality

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Risk Management for Cybersecurity and IT Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Cyber Risk, Threat Management, Security Management, Vulnerability Management, Business Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), IT Management, Risk Mitigation, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Controls, Compliance Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      VLSI chip design with CPS for Industrial Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Electronic Systems, PIC Microcontrollers, Computer Systems, Internet Of Things, Automation, Vibrations, System Programming, Control Systems, C (Programming Language), Programmable Logic Controllers, Hardware Architecture, Peripheral Devices, Electronics, Wireless Networks, Medical Equipment and Technology, Electric Power Systems, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      القيادة

      Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Business Ethics, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Decision Making, Waterfall Methodology, Leadership, Self-Motivation, Organizational Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Communication, Management Training And Development, Project Design, Strategic Decision-Making, Project Management

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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Delegation Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Productivity, Supervision, Team Leadership, Team Management, Leadership, Overcoming Obstacles, Empowerment, Expectation Management, Constructive Feedback

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Yale University

      宇宙之旅:展现生命 (Journey of the Universe: The Unfolding of Life)

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Science, Environment, Life Sciences, Storytelling, Liberal Arts, Anthropology, Social Sciences, Biology, Timelines, Cultural Sensitivity, Systems Thinking, World History, Physical Science, Physics, Scientific Methods

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Data Analysis, Visualization, and Communication with Copilot

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Natural Language Processing, Data Storytelling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Generative AI, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Communication, Artificial Intelligence, Presentations, Analytical Skills, Data Ethics, Stakeholder Communications

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Data Validation with Alteryx: Testing and Optimization Tools

      Skills you'll gain: Data Validation, Data Cleansing, Alteryx, Data Quality, Microsoft Excel, Data Integrity, Data Processing, Data Integration, Data Import/Export, Relational Databases

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      Data Visualization in Stata

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Stata, Scatter Plots, Plot (Graphics), Box Plots, Exploratory Data Analysis, Histogram, Descriptive Statistics, Heat Maps, Graphing

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Dartmouth College

      Engineering of Structures: Tension and Compression

      Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Construction, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics, Civil Engineering, Simulation and Simulation Software

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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      AI-Enhanced Content Creation:Elevate Copywriting with Humata

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Target Audience, Blogs, Marketing Psychology, Marketing Automation, Online Advertising, Copywriting, Advertising, Content Marketing, Generative AI, Content Creation

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Diseño y creación de videojuegos: proyecto final

      Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Peer Review, Animation and Game Design, Computer Programming, Prototyping, Computer Graphics

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Using Sensors With Your Raspberry Pi: Johns Hopkins University
    • Risk Management for Cybersecurity and IT Managers: Packt
    • VLSI chip design with CPS for Industrial Applications: L&T EduTech
    • القيادة : University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Delegation Skills: Packt
    • 宇宙之旅:展现生命 (Journey of the Universe: The Unfolding of Life): Yale University
    • Data Analysis, Visualization, and Communication with Copilot: Microsoft
    • Data Validation with Alteryx: Testing and Optimization Tools: Coursera Project Network
    • Data Visualization in Stata: Packt
    • Engineering of Structures: Tension and Compression: Dartmouth College

    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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