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Political Science Courses

Political Science courses can help you learn about government structures, political theories, international relations, and public policy analysis. You can build skills in critical thinking, data interpretation, and effective communication, that support analyzing political systems and crafting informed arguments. Many courses introduce tools like statistical software for analyzing political data, simulation models for understanding electoral processes, and case study methods to evaluate policy impacts.


Popular Political Science Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    AI-Enhanced Presentations Captivating Audiences with TOME

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Presentations, Sales Presentation, Document Management, Graphic and Visual Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to Microfabrication

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronics, Materials science, Electronic Components, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Personal protective equipment, Physical Science

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SAS

    Data Literacy in Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Literacy, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Data Preprocessing, Technical Communication

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    GenAI for Compensation, Benefits and Payroll

    Skills you'll gain: Payroll, HR Tech, Compensation Strategy, Generative AI Agents, Compensation and Benefits, Benefits Administration, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Payroll Systems, Compensation Analysis, Compensation Management, Payroll Processing, Human Resources, Operational Efficiency, Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Data Ethics, Workforce Management, AI Personalization, Benefits Enrollment Processes, Automation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Build a Fast Typing Game using Java Swing

    Skills you'll gain: Eclipse (Software), Data Structures, Video Game Development, Java Programming, Java, Game Design, User Interface (UI), Development Environment, Program Development

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Building High-Performing Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Team Management, Goal Setting, Team Performance Management, Emotional Intelligence, Change Management, Self-Awareness, Coaching, Collaboration, Virtual Teams, Conflict Management, Productivity, Leadership, Mindfulness, Communication Strategies, Culture

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    Case Western Reserve University

    Inspirar el liderazgo a través de la inteligencia emocional

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Organizational Leadership, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Compassion, Leadership, Organizational Change, Leadership and Management, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Lifelong Learning, Empowerment, Positivity, Stress Management, Relationship Building, Mindfulness, Planning

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Network Systems: Principles in Practice

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Network Security, TCP/IP, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Software-Defined Networking, Network Architecture, Virtual Networking, Wide Area Networks, Network Protocols, General Networking, Network Routers, Network Troubleshooting, Linux, Virtualization, Kubernetes, Load Balancing, Data Centers, Network Switches, Terraform

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    AI Driven Machine Learning with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Classification Algorithms, Regression Analysis, Matplotlib, Feature Engineering, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Preprocessing, Jupyter, Image Analysis, Cloud Deployment, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Applied Machine Learning, Tensorflow, Amazon Web Services, Python Programming, Data Transformation, Logistic Regression, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Computational and Graphical Models in Probability

    Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Bayesian Network, R (Software), R Programming, Social Network Analysis, Simulations, Graph Theory, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Markov Model, Probability Distribution, Data Visualization, Machine Learning, Statistical Hypothesis Testing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Aprendiendo Python con circuitos digitales

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Jupyter, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Simulation and Simulation Software, Electronics Engineering, Simulations, Programming Principles

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    Scrimba

    React Interview Questions

    Skills you'll gain: React.js, UI Components, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Web Development Tools, Front-End Web Development, Javascript

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • AI-Enhanced Presentations Captivating Audiences with TOME: Coursera
  • Introduction to Microfabrication: University of Minnesota
  • Data Literacy in Practice: SAS
  • GenAI for Compensation, Benefits and Payroll: Coursera
  • Build a Fast Typing Game using Java Swing: Coursera
  • Building High-Performing Teams: University of Pennsylvania
  • Inspirar el liderazgo a través de la inteligencia emocional: Case Western Reserve University
  • Network Systems: Principles in Practice: University of Colorado Boulder
  • AI Driven Machine Learning with Python: EDUCBA
  • Computational and Graphical Models in Probability: Johns Hopkins University

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