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      Vanderbilt University

      AI Agents and Agentic AI Architecture in Python

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Prompt Engineering, Agentic systems, Persona (User Experience), Business Logic, Application Programming Interface (API), Transaction Processing, Persona Development, Collaborative Software, Secure Coding, Plan Execution

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      LearnQuest

      Python Scripting for DevOps

      Skills you'll gain: Containerization, Package and Software Management, Unified Modeling Language, Software Testing, Docker (Software), Unit Testing, Plot (Graphics), Development Testing, CI/CD, Test Automation, Pandas (Python Package), Integration Testing, Scripting, Data Modeling, DevOps, NumPy, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Data Structures, Computer Programming

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Pittsburgh

      Disability Awareness and Support

      Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Disabilities, Instructional Design, Differentiated Instruction, Education Software and Technology, Student Support and Services, Diversity Awareness, Higher Education, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnKartS

      Mastering Self Management Skills for Career Growth

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Time Management, Stress Management, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Complex Problem Solving, Productivity, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Creative Problem-Solving, Personal Development, Business Ethics, Empathy, Prioritization, Compliance Management, Goal Setting, Mental Health, Dealing With Ambiguity

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      IE Business School

      Trade, Immigration and Exchange Rates in a Globalized World

      Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Economics, Financial Policy, International Relations, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economic Development, Global Marketing, Socioeconomics, Supply And Demand, Demography, Analysis, Trend Analysis

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      Moderna

      mRNAs as Medicines

      Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Precision Medicine, Pharmaceuticals, Emerging Technologies, Medical Science and Research, Infectious Diseases, Oncology, Public Health and Disease Prevention

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Sentiment Analysis with Deep Learning using BERT

      Skills you'll gain: Text Mining, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Data Processing, Performance Tuning, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning

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      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Siemens

      Introduction to Digital Transformation

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Technologies, Automation, Internet Of Things, Product Development, Technology Strategies, Product Design, Emerging Technologies, Wireless Networks, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Cloud Computing, Artificial Intelligence

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      LearnKartS

      Salesforce Admin Certification

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Salesforce, Data Visualization, Salesforce Development, Ad Hoc Reporting, Business Reporting, Workflow Management, Cloud Services, Request For Quotation (RFQ), Product Planning, Email Marketing, Data Import/Export, Data Management, Security Controls, End User Training and Support

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      Imperial College London

      Health Coaching Conversations

      Skills you'll gain: Motivational Interviewing, Patient Education And Counseling, Coaching, Goal Setting, Interpersonal Communications, Active Listening, Communication, Empowerment, Planning, Relationship Building, Time Management

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      Northwestern University

      Modern Robotics, Course 3: Robot Dynamics

      Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Software, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Automation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Vibrations, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Engineering, Mechanics, Algorithms, Torque (Physics), Differential Equations, Control Systems, Applied Mathematics, Calculus

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      Universidad Austral

      Aprende a programar con Python

      Skills you'll gain: Software Documentation, Object Oriented Design, Unified Modeling Language, Relational Databases, Object-Relational Mapping, Software Design, Test Driven Development (TDD), Database Management, Unit Testing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Database Design, SQL, Debugging, Data Structures, Python Programming, JSON, File Management, Computer Programming, Software Installation, Development Environment

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • AI Agents and Agentic AI Architecture in Python: Vanderbilt University
    • Python Scripting for DevOps: LearnQuest
    • Disability Awareness and Support: University of Pittsburgh
    • Mastering Self Management Skills for Career Growth: LearnKartS
    • Trade, Immigration and Exchange Rates in a Globalized World: IE Business School
    • mRNAs as Medicines: Moderna
    • Sentiment Analysis with Deep Learning using BERT: Coursera Project Network
    • Introduction to Digital Transformation: Siemens
    • Salesforce Admin Certification: LearnKartS
    • Health Coaching Conversations: Imperial College London

    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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