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    Find the Best Political Science Course for Your Goals

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      University of Michigan

      Green Skills for a Sustainable and Just Future

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Geographic Information Systems, Organizational Change, Environmental Policy, Environmental Issue, Environmental Regulations, Geospatial Mapping, Culture Transformation, Spatial Data Analysis, Datamaps, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Organizational Strategy, Corporate Sustainability, Spatial Analysis, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Health Equity, Collaboration, Financial Analysis, Critical Thinking

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Design for Additive Manufacturing

      Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Engineering Design Process, Design Specifications, Design Strategies, Prototyping, Production Process, Design, Decision Support Systems, Cost Estimation

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      Genentech

      Data Sciences in Pharma - Patient Centered Outcomes Research

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Pharmaceuticals, Patient Evaluation, Quantitative Research, Patient Safety, Medical Science and Research, Data Analysis, Data Science, Statistical Analysis

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Columbia University

      Pets, Politics and Pandemics

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Cognitive flexibility, Complex Problem Solving, Problem Solving, Policy Analysis, Persuasive Communication, Analytical Skills, Critical Thinking, Scientific Methods, Curiosity

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Foreign Policies of Great, Middle, and Small Powers

      Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Diplomacy, Political Sciences, World History, Public Policies, Social Sciences, Policy Analysis, Economics, Governance, Security Strategy, Analytical Skills

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Clasificación de imágenes: ¿cómo reconocer el contenido de una imagen?

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Performance Testing, Feature Engineering, Spatial Analysis, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Imperial College London

      Introduction to Python for Researchers

      Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Program Development, Microsoft Visual Studio, Computer Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Python Programming, Debugging, Development Environment

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      University of Geneva

      Frontières en tous genres

      Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Social Sciences, Sociology, International Relations, Cultural Sensitivity, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, Diversity Awareness, World History

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Science of Movement

      Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy, Neurology, Anatomy, Geriatrics, Control Systems, Mechanics, Electrical Engineering, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronics, Biology, Research

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Geospatial Technology for Construction

      Skills you'll gain: Geospatial Mapping, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geographic Information Systems, Construction, Construction Management, Architecture and Construction, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Spatial Analysis, Global Positioning Systems, GIS Software, As-Built Drawings, Survey Creation, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Data Import/Export

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      Packt

      Foundations of Data Analysis with Pandas and Python

      Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Pandas (Python Package), Pivot Tables And Charts, Jupyter, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Data Structures, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Software Installation, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Edureka

      Learn Generative AI with LLMs

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, ChatGPT, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), OpenAI, Prompt Engineering, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Tensorflow, Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Supervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Personally Identifiable Information, Text Mining, Data Ethics

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Green Skills for a Sustainable and Just Future: University of Michigan
    • Design for Additive Manufacturing: Arizona State University
    • Data Sciences in Pharma - Patient Centered Outcomes Research: Genentech
    • Pets, Politics and Pandemics: Columbia University
    • Foreign Policies of Great, Middle, and Small Powers: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Clasificación de imágenes: ¿cómo reconocer el contenido de una imagen?: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Introduction to Python for Researchers: Imperial College London
    • Frontières en tous genres: University of Geneva
    • The Science of Movement: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Geospatial Technology for Construction : 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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