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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.


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    Packt

    Machine Learning with PyTorch and Scikit-Learn

    Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Preprocessing, Model Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Machine Learning Methods, Deep Learning, Transfer Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Pandas (Python Package), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Python Programming, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Processing, Natural Language Processing, Feature Engineering

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Advanced Git and GitHub Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Ansible, Git (Version Control System), Docker (Software), Containerization, SonarQube, Kubernetes, CI/CD, GitHub, Version Control, Application Deployment, Jenkins, DevOps, Continuous Integration, Continuous Deployment, Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Whizlabs

    AWS: Security, Governance, and Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: AWS CloudFormation, Amazon CloudWatch, Cloud Security, Data Security, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Data Governance, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Cyber Governance, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Encryption, Key Management, Security Controls, Amazon S3, Continuous Monitoring, Firewall, System Monitoring

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    BiteSize Python for Absolute Beginners: Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Python Programming, Programming Principles, Scripting, File I/O, Jupyter, Computer Programming Tools, Scripting Languages

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Northeastern University

    Practical AI for Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Exploratory Data Analysis, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Technology Strategies, Business Strategy, Machine Learning, Data Management, Data Preprocessing, Computer Vision, Unstructured Data, Predictive Modeling, Natural Language Processing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Organizaciones data-driven: principios y prácticas

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Data Governance, Data Collection, Process Improvement, Data Strategy, Process Mapping, Performance Improvement, Data Visualization Software, Data Management, Agile Project Management, Business Intelligence, Data Infrastructure, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Data Literacy, Data Analysis, Business Analytics

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Illinois Tech

    Introduction to Open Source Software

    Skills you'll gain: Open Source Technology, Package and Software Management, Linux, Shell Script, Ubuntu, Unix Shell, Linux Administration, Operating System Administration, Bash (Scripting Language), Unix, Operating Systems, Command-Line Interface, Scripting, Linux Commands, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, File Systems, System Configuration, Database Management, General Networking, Network Security

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    How to find audience interests with Meta Business Suite

    Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Target Audience, Customer Insights, Online Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Digital Advertising, Customer Analysis, Advertising, Market Opportunities, Business Metrics, Content Performance Analysis, Data Import/Export

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    Vanderbilt University

    From Data to Decisions: Finding Patterns with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization, Generative AI, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Box Plots, Data Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistics, Technical Communication, Statistical Inference, Graphing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Museum of Modern Art

    Artful Practices for Well-Being

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Positivity, Creativity, Personal Development, Empathy, Optimism, Mindfulness, Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, Curiosity, Stress Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    El arte de negociar

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Price Negotiation, Leadership, Communication, Empowerment, Influencing, Assertiveness, Planning, Emotional Intelligence, Adaptability

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    GitHub Copilot & ChatGPT for Devs - Code Smarter in 2024

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Docker (Software), ChatGPT, Google Gemini, OpenAI, AI Workflows, Development Environment, GitHub, Integrated Development Environments, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Git (Version Control System), Debugging

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Machine Learning with PyTorch and Scikit-Learn: Packt
  • Advanced Git and GitHub Practices: Packt
  • AWS: Security, Governance, and Compliance: Whizlabs
  • BiteSize Python for Absolute Beginners: Essentials: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Practical AI for Professionals: Northeastern University
  • Organizaciones data-driven: principios y prácticas: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Introduction to Open Source Software: Illinois Tech
  • How to find audience interests with Meta Business Suite: Coursera
  • From Data to Decisions: Finding Patterns with AI: Vanderbilt University
  • Artful Practices for Well-Being: The Museum of Modern Art

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