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      University of California, Davis

      Chemical Hazards: Toxicology & Reactivity

      Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Hazard Analysis, Occupational Health, Environment Health And Safety, Safety Training, Safety Standards, Accident Prevention, Personal protective equipment, Risk Management

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      43 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Advanced Data Analysis & Visualization with Copilot in Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Excel Formulas, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Microsoft Copilot, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Data Integration, Data-Driven Decision-Making

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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Digital Technology in Manufacturing

      Skills you'll gain: Product Lifecycle Management, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Manufacturing and Production, Manufacturing Processes, Robotic Process Automation, Control Systems, Computer-Aided Design, Programmable Logic Controllers, Automation, Internet Of Things, Production Process, Cyber Engineering, Digital Transformation, Engineering Analysis, C (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Enterprise Resource Planning, Industrial Engineering, Geometric Dimensioning And Tolerancing

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      19 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      ESSEC Business School

      Case studies in business analytics with ACCENTURE

      Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Digital Transformation, Advanced Analytics, Business Analytics, Business Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, Analysis, Value Propositions, Customer Analysis, Business Consulting, Business Transformation, Big Data

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      208 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Prediction Models with Sports Data

      Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Data Processing, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Risk Modeling, Market Data, Analytics, Regression Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Python Programming, Probability & Statistics, Probability, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      40 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Adobe After Effects for Beginners: Motion Design Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Animations, Video Editing, Motion Graphics, Timelines, Design Elements And Principles, Typography

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Crowdfunding

      Skills you'll gain: Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Fraud detection, Campaign Management, Social Media, Presentations, Budgeting, Entrepreneurship, Community Development, Driving engagement, Promotional Strategies, Planning, Consumer Behaviour, Decision Making

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      414 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dartmouth College

      C Programming: Language Foundations - 2

      Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Embedded Systems, Program Development, Computer Engineering, Development Environment, Algorithms, Data Structures, System Programming, Computer Programming, Debugging

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      97 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Gestão de Recursos Humanos

      Skills you'll gain: Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Human Capital, Team Performance Management, Team Management, Diversity Programs, Fundraising, Compensation and Benefits, Business Transformation, Compensation Management, Compensation Strategy, Employee Retention, Benefits Administration, Training and Development, Talent Management, People Management, Business Leadership, People Development, Strategic Leadership

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

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      EDUCBA

      Embedded C Programming Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Debugging, Embedded Systems, Integrated Development Environments, C (Programming Language), Development Environment, Electronic Hardware, Electronics, Software Development Tools, Computer Architecture, Computer Programming

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Artificial Intelligence Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, Artificial Intelligence, Algorithms, Python Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Introduction to JavaScript

      Skills you'll gain: Javascript, User Interface (UI), Web Development, Web Development Tools, Scripting, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      108 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Chemical Hazards: Toxicology & Reactivity: University of California, Davis
    • Advanced Data Analysis & Visualization with Copilot in Excel: Microsoft
    • Digital Technology in Manufacturing: L&T EduTech
    • Case studies in business analytics with ACCENTURE: ESSEC Business School
    • Prediction Models with Sports Data: University of Michigan
    • Adobe After Effects for Beginners: Motion Design Essentials: Coursera Project Network
    • Crowdfunding: University of Pennsylvania
    • C Programming: Language Foundations - 2: Dartmouth College
    • Gestão de Recursos Humanos: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Embedded C Programming Essentials: EDUCBA

    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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