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      Fractal Analytics

      Behavior Architecture - Understanding Human Behavior

      Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Decision Making, Human Learning, Applied Behavior Analysis, Behavior Management, Behavioral Economics, Human Development, Psychology, Critical Thinking, Empathy, Emotional Intelligence, Communication

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Business Analytics Executive Overview

      Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Analytics, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence, Analytical Skills, Business Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Trend Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Data Strategy, Data Warehousing, Data Science

      4.6
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Introduction to .NET Core

      Skills you'll gain: ASP.NET, .NET Framework, Web Applications, Web Development, Application Frameworks, Model View Controller, Application Development, Microsoft Visual Studio, Application Deployment, Cross Platform Development, Cloud Hosting, Development Environment, Debugging, Middleware, Integrated Development Environments, Software Architecture, Command-Line Interface

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      University of Michigan

      Database Architecture, Scale, and NoSQL with Elasticsearch

      Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, PostgreSQL, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Systems, Data Store, Scalability, Databases, Database Design, Relational Databases, SQL, Distributed Computing, Cloud Applications, JSON

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      University of California San Diego

      Internet of Things: Communication Technologies

      Skills you'll gain: Session Initiation Protocols, Android Studio, Android Development, Internet Of Things, Communication Systems, Network Protocols, Telecommunications, Wireless Networks, Mobile Development, Application Development, Embedded Systems, Open Source Technology

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      El liderazgo del director de proyectos

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Team Management, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Leadership Development, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Active Listening, Project Management, Self-Awareness

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      L&T EduTech

      Electrical Power Generation - An Industrial Outlook

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Control Systems, Electrical Substation, Energy and Utilities, Plant Operations and Management, Electrical Equipment, Three-Phase, Automation Engineering, Basic Electrical Systems

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      MathWorks

      Predictive Modeling and Machine Learning with MATLAB

      Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Matlab, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Modeling, Data Processing, Sampling (Statistics)

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      University of Michigan

      Beyond the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Addressing Sustainability and Development

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Innovation, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Sustainability Standards, Environment, Socioeconomics, Social Justice, Climate Change Adaptation, Economic Development, Climate Change Mitigation, Case Studies

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      University of Michigan

      JSON and Natural Language Processing in PostgreSQL

      Skills you'll gain: PostgreSQL, JSON, Text Mining, SQL, Databases, Natural Language Processing, Database Management, Data Processing, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Storage, Python Programming

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      INSEAD

      Blockchain Transformations of Financial Services

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, FinTech, Payment Systems, Governance, Financial Services, Financial Regulation, Ledgers (Accounting), Financial Systems, Accounting Systems, Payment Processing, Innovation, Accounting, Emerging Technologies, Digital Assets, Regulatory Compliance

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      What is “the mind” and what is artificial intelligence?

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Computational Thinking, Human Learning, Theoretical Computer Science, Human Machine Interfaces, Psychology, Problem Management

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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

    • Behavior Architecture - Understanding Human Behavior : Fractal Analytics
    • Business Analytics Executive Overview: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Introduction to .NET Core: Board Infinity
    • Database Architecture, Scale, and NoSQL with Elasticsearch: University of Michigan
    • Internet of Things: Communication Technologies: University of California San Diego
    • El liderazgo del director de proyectos: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Electrical Power Generation - An Industrial Outlook: L&T EduTech
    • Predictive Modeling and Machine Learning with MATLAB: MathWorks
    • Beyond the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Addressing Sustainability and Development: University of Michigan
    • JSON and Natural Language Processing in PostgreSQL: University of Michigan

    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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