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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Geographical Information Systems - Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, GIS Software, Spatial Data Analysis, NoSQL, Data Modeling, Database Design, Databases, Data Storage Technologies, SQL, Data Storage, Data Capture, Query Languages, Relational Databases

      3.6
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      96 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Build a mobile app with Google Sheets on Glide and no coding

      Skills you'll gain: No-Code Development, Mobile Development, Google Sheets, Application Development, Application Design, Application Deployment, Data Structures, User Accounts, Personalized Service, User Feedback, Web Development, Marketing

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      674 reviews

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      IBM

      COBOL Programming with VSCode

      Skills you'll gain: COBOL (Programming Language), Integrated Development Environments, Business Logic, Mainframe Computing, Programming Principles, Computer Programming Tools, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Data Management, Debugging, Procedure Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      189 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      .Net Full Stack Foundation

      Skills you'll gain: Application Development, Program Development, Development Environment, Computer Programming, Microsoft Visual Studio, Back-End Web Development, Software Design Patterns

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      271 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Specialized Models: Time Series and Survival Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Deep Learning, Statistical Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Methods, Forecasting, Jupyter, Data Cleansing, Applied Machine Learning, Data Transformation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Unsupervised Learning, Dimensionality Reduction

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      136 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Fractal Analytics

      Quantum Computing For Everyone - An Introduction

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, IBM Cloud, Algorithms, Data Ethics, Computational Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Programming Principles, Emerging Technologies, Cryptography, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Critical Thinking

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      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      79 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      SQL Problem Solving

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Data Quality, Complex Problem Solving, Data Visualization, JSON, Business Metrics, Business Reporting, Data Presentation, Forecasting, Data Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Debugging, Data Transformation

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Infosec

      Introduction to Cybersecurity Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Network Monitoring, Command-Line Interface, Cloud Services, General Networking, Linux, Windows PowerShell, Virtual Machines

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      497 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Habilidades de negociación y comunicación efectiva

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Negotiation, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Relationship Building, Emotional Intelligence, Active Listening, Empathy, Decision Making, Critical Thinking

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      311 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The Linux Foundation

      Using Git for Distributed Development

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Open Source Technology, Software Development Tools, Software Versioning, Development Environment, Linux

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      592 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Design of Industrial Piping Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering Drawings, Construction Engineering, Hydraulics, Mechanical Design, Blueprint Reading, Petroleum Industry, Building Codes, Process Flow Diagrams, Civil Engineering, Oil and Gas, Construction Inspection, Failure Analysis, Construction, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Plans And Specifications, Energy and Utilities, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering

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      107 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      SAS

      Getting Started with SAS Visual Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Data Quality, Data Analysis, Business Analytics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Virtual Environment, Data Manipulation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Access, Business Reporting, Statistical Programming

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      888 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Geographical Information Systems - Part 1: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Build a mobile app with Google Sheets on Glide and no coding: Coursera Project Network
    • COBOL Programming with VSCode: IBM
    • .Net Full Stack Foundation: Board Infinity
    • Specialized Models: Time Series and Survival Analysis: IBM
    • Quantum Computing For Everyone - An Introduction : Fractal Analytics
    • SQL Problem Solving: University of California, Davis
    • Introduction to Cybersecurity Foundations: Infosec
    • Habilidades de negociación y comunicación efectiva: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Using Git for Distributed Development: The Linux Foundation

    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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