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    Find the Best Political Science Course for Your Goals

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      Scrimba

      Open-source AI Models

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Open Source Technology, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Web Development Tools, JavaScript Frameworks, Natural Language Processing

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      25 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Data Modeling with Power BI: Advanced DAX Calculations

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Power BI, Business Metrics, Data Modeling, Financial Modeling, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Financial Data, Financial Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Import/Export

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Michigan

      Programming for Designers

      Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Interactive Data Visualization, Design, Interactive Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Software Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Algorithms, Python Programming, Digital Design, Creative Design, Scripting, Programming Principles, Computer Graphics, Computational Logic, Simulations, Design Elements And Principles, Image Analysis

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

      AI for Decision Makers

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Decision Making, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Strategic Decision-Making, Project Management, Resource Management, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Governance, Generative AI, Stakeholder Engagement, Technology Solutions, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Needs Assessment, Information Privacy

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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Deploy a website to Azure with Azure App Service

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Containerization, Application Deployment, Development Environment, Docker (Software), Continuous Deployment, Cloud Applications, ASP.NET, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Scalability, .NET Framework, Microsoft Visual Studio, Web Applications, Integrated Development Environments

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Scientific Writing for Research Grant Proposals

      Skills you'll gain: Grant Writing, Grant Applications, Writing, Writing and Editing, Research Design, Science and Research

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Liderazgo femenino: potencia habilidades e impulsa el cambio

      Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Empowerment, Professional Development, Mentorship, Resilience, Leadership Development, Assertiveness, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Branding, Empathy, Relationship Building, Diversity and Inclusion

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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera

      Discovery and Low-Fidelity Design with Figma

      Skills you'll gain: Persona (User Experience), Wireframing, Design Reviews, User Experience Design, User Research, Usability, User Centered Design, Prototyping, Figma (Design Software), Design Research, User Flows

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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Meta

      مطور Meta لتطبيقات Android

      Skills you'll gain: React Native, Android Studio, Usability Testing, Version Control, Restful API, Kotlin, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), GitHub, Android (Operating System), User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Persona (User Experience), Git (Version Control System), User Interface (UI), Mobile Development, Android Jetpack, User Experience Design, Prototyping, Android Development, Pseudocode, React.js

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Chemerinsky on Constitutional Law - The Structure of Government

      Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Legal Research, Political Sciences, Legal Proceedings, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Public Policies, Governance, International Relations

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      93 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Scrimba

      Advanced JavaScript

      Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Ajax, Application Programming Interface (API), JSON, Restful API, Event-Driven Programming, Object Oriented Design, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design Patterns, Performance Tuning, Web Development, Programming Principles, Maintainability, Software Engineering, Debugging, Prototyping, Software Development, Data Validation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Utrecht University

      Contemporary Palestinian History

      Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Conflict Management, Political Sciences, World History, Diplomacy, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, Research, Timelines, Cultural Diversity, Governance

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

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

    • Open-source AI Models: Scrimba
    • Data Modeling with Power BI: Advanced DAX Calculations : Coursera Project Network
    • Programming for Designers: University of Michigan
    • AI for Decision Makers: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
    • Deploy a website to Azure with Azure App Service: Microsoft
    • Scientific Writing for Research Grant Proposals: University of Colorado System
    • Liderazgo femenino: potencia habilidades e impulsa el cambio: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Discovery and Low-Fidelity Design with Figma: Coursera
    • مطور Meta لتطبيقات Android: Meta
    • Chemerinsky on Constitutional Law - The Structure of Government: University of California, Irvine

    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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