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    Find the Best Political Science Course for Your Goals

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      Google

      Sound the Alarm: Detection and Response

      Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Incident Response, Event Monitoring, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Detection, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Incident Management, Continuous Monitoring, Network Monitoring, Network Security, Record Keeping, Splunk, Network Analysis, TCP/IP, Technical Documentation

      4.8
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Introduction to Programming with Python and Java

      Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Pandas (Python Package), Java, Eclipse (Software), Unit Testing, Data Analysis, Matplotlib, Data Science, Data Structures, Data Visualization, Jupyter, Data Visualization Software, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Scatter Plots, Python Programming, Histogram, Computer Programming, Programming Principles

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Sustainable Food Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Food and Beverage, Nutrition and Diet, Economics, Environmental Issue, Energy and Utilities, Water Resources, Land Management, Environment, Production Process, Natural Resource Management, Manufacturing and Production, Sustainability Reporting, Culture, Consumer Behaviour

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Digital Manufacturing & Design Technology

      Skills you'll gain: Model Based Systems Engineering, Product Lifecycle Management, Programmable Logic Controllers, Peer Review, Cloud Security, Systems Engineering, Control Systems, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Response, Digital Transformation, Process Design, Data Sharing, Application Security, Cybersecurity, Data Collection, Anomaly Detection, Professional Networking, Enterprise Resource Planning, Information Management, Product Design

      4.6
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Alberta

      Reinforcement Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Sampling (Statistics), Supervised Learning, Deep Learning, System Design and Implementation, Markov Model, Algorithms, Simulations, Feature Engineering, Artificial Neural Networks, Game Design, Statistical Methods, Virtual Environment, Performance Tuning, Probability Distribution

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IE Business School

      Understanding economic policymaking

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Policy, Economics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Analysis, Tax, Fiscal Management, Supply And Demand, Financial Market, Analysis

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Drug Development Product Management

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Research, Commercialization, Sales Strategy, Pharmacology, Intellectual Property, Strategic Partnership, Regulatory Affairs, Bioinformatics, Laboratory Research, New Business Development, Product Lifecycle Management, Market Dynamics, Business Development, Chemistry, Business Strategy, Portfolio Management, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Marketing

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Machine Learning in Production

      Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Application Deployment, Continuous Deployment, Data Processing, Systems Design, Machine Learning, Unstructured Data, Data Quality, Applied Machine Learning, Data Validation, Predictive Modeling, Feature Engineering, System Monitoring

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Power and Foreign Policy in International Relations

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

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Introducción a la programación en Python I: Aprendiendo a programar con Python

      Skills you'll gain: Python Programming, Human Computer Interaction, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Development Environment, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File Management

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Energy Production, Distribution & Safety

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Substation, Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Safety Training, Electrical Safety, Basic Electrical Systems, Environmental Regulations, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Fire And Life Safety, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Health And Safety Standards, Energy and Utilities, Workforce Development, Economics, Environmental Issue, Transportation Operations, Natural Resource Management, Construction, Continuous Monitoring

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Hebrew University of Jerusalem

      Build a Modern Computer from First Principles: From Nand to Tetris (Project-Centered Course)

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Computer Hardware, Computational Logic, System Programming, System Design and Implementation, Computer Programming, Debugging, Program Development

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Sound the Alarm: Detection and Response: Google
    • Introduction to Programming with Python and Java: University of Pennsylvania
    • Sustainable Food Systems: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Digital Manufacturing & Design Technology: University at Buffalo
    • Reinforcement Learning: University of Alberta
    • Understanding economic policymaking: IE Business School
    • Drug Development Product Management: University of California San Diego
    • Machine Learning in Production: DeepLearning.AI
    • Power and Foreign Policy in International Relations: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Introducción a la programación en Python I: Aprendiendo a programar con Python: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    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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