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      Packt

      Lean Six Sigma - Yellow Belt

      Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Quality Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement Process, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Process Analysis, Business Analysis, Benchmarking, Root Cause Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Project Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Princeton University

      Analytic Combinatorics

      Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Theoretical Computer Science, Calculus, Probability, Applied Mathematics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      70 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Edureka

      Learn SQL with Databricks

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Data Management, Databases, Apache Spark, Data Architecture, Data Processing

      3.5
      Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      The Nature of Data and Relational Database Design

      Skills you'll gain: Decision Support Systems, Database Design, Relational Databases, Database Management, Database Management Systems, SQL, Descriptive Statistics, Data Literacy, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Business Intelligence, Microsoft Excel, Extract, Transform, Load, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Analytics, Data Manipulation, Data Science

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      101 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Codio

      C++: Data Structures and Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Data Structures, C++ (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      IoT Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Network Infrastructure, Network Routers, Network Switches, Network Architecture, Internet Of Things, General Networking, Infrastructure Security, Wireless Networks, Network Security, Cloud-Based Integration, System Implementation, Cloud Computing, System Monitoring

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

      Ash-Related Operational Challenges in Energy Utilization of Sustainable Fuels

      Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Sustainable Engineering, Waste Minimization, Chemical Engineering, Thermal Management, Environmental Engineering, Analytical Chemistry, Materials science, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Testing, Engineering Calculations

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Dartmouth College

      C Programming: Modular Programming and Memory Management - 3

      Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Computer Architecture, Embedded Software, Computer Programming, Program Development, Data Structures, Linux, Debugging

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      60 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Codio

      Python Basic Structures: Lists, Strings, and Files

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Import/Export, Data Structures, Python Programming, Computer Science, File Management

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      92 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      人体生理学导论(中文版)

      Skills you'll gain: Respiration, Physiology, Endocrinology, Anatomy, Human Musculoskeletal System, Pulmonology, Cardiology, Nephrology, Kinesiology, Neurology, Life Sciences, Biology, Vital Signs, Nutrition and Diet

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      104 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Foreign Policies of Great, Middle, and Small Powers

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

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Creating a Healthy Culture: Addressing Workplace Bullying

      Skills you'll gain: Workplace Bullying Intervention, Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Social Skills, Professional Development, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Interpersonal Communications, Constructive Feedback, Empathy, Diversity and Inclusion, Employee Engagement, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Business Leadership, Advocacy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Lean Six Sigma - Yellow Belt: Packt
    • Analytic Combinatorics: Princeton University
    • Learn SQL with Databricks: Edureka
    • The Nature of Data and Relational Database Design: University of California, Irvine
    • C++: Data Structures and Algorithms: Codio
    • IoT Cloud: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Ash-Related Operational Challenges in Energy Utilization of Sustainable Fuels: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
    • C Programming: Modular Programming and Memory Management - 3: Dartmouth College
    • Python Basic Structures: Lists, Strings, and Files: Codio
    • 人体生理学导论(中文版): Duke University

    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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