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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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    IBM

    Introduction to Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Wrangling, Data Presentation, Big Data, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Data Cleansing, Apache Hadoop, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Import/Export, Apache Hive, Data Mart, Data Processing, Data Warehousing, Data Transformation, Apache Spark, Data Science, Microsoft Excel

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Supervised Machine Learning: Regression and Classification

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Jupyter, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, Model Training, NumPy, Machine Learning Algorithms, Predictive Modeling, Classification Algorithms, Feature Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Python Programming, Logistic Regression, Model Optimization, Regression Analysis, Algorithms

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    AI Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Prompt Patterns, AI powered creativity, AI Enablement, AI literacy, Artificial Intelligence, Google Gemini, Generative AI, AI Personalization, Model Evaluation, AI Workflows, Google Workspace

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Bioinformatics, Advanced Mathematics, Data Storage, Development Testing, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Network Analysis, Computer Programming, Machine Learning Algorithms, Programming Principles, Python Programming, C and C++, Java, Rust (Programming Language), Javascript, Software Testing, Debugging

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Back-End Development

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Unit Testing, Software Development Life Cycle, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Istio, Cloud-Native Computing, Linux Commands, Software Architecture, Application Deployment, Kubernetes, Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Django (Web Framework), Object-Relational Mapping, OpenShift, Git (Version Control System), Grafana, Microservices, Data Import/Export, Python Programming

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Java and Spring Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Generative AI Agents, Model Deployment, Restful API, Software Design Documents, Software Design, AI Integrations, Application Deployment, AI literacy, Software Architecture, Agentic Workflows, Continuous Integration, Software Development, LLM Application, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Java Programming

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Python Data Structures

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Data Structures, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Data Manipulation, Software Installation, File Management, Development Environment

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Generative AI with Large Language Models

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Generative Model Architectures, Fine-tuning, LLM Application, Model Training, Model Deployment, Python Programming, Scalability, Model Optimization, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Reinforcement Learning

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Structuring Machine Learning Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Transfer Learning, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Debugging, Model Training, Decision Intelligence, AI Product Strategy, Model Optimization, Model Evaluation, AI Workflows

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    HTML, CSS, and Javascript for Web Developers

    Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, Web Design and Development, Front-End Web Development, Responsive Web Design, Web Applications, Web Design, Ajax, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Development, Web Development Tools, Development Environment, Javascript, Frontend Performance, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Server Side, Semantic Web, Software Installation

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Genomic Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Data Science, Molecular Biology, Science and Research, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Computer Science, Correlation Analysis, Biotechnology, Statistical Analysis, Computational Thinking, Life Sciences, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Software Engineering, Algorithms, Biology

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Google Data Analytics Capstone: Complete a Case Study

    Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Data Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Data Processing, Spreadsheet Software, Case Studies, Analytics, Analytical Skills, Interviewing Skills, AI Enablement, Data Visualization Software, Artificial Intelligence, Portfolio Management, Data Presentation, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization, Presentations

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Introduction to Data Analytics: IBM
  • Supervised Machine Learning: Regression and Classification: DeepLearning.AI
  • AI Fundamentals: Google
  • Data Structures and Algorithms: University of California San Diego
  • IBM Back-End Development: IBM
  • Generative AI for Java and Spring Developers: IBM
  • Python Data Structures: University of Michigan
  • Generative AI with Large Language Models: DeepLearning.AI
  • Structuring Machine Learning Projects: DeepLearning.AI
  • HTML, CSS, and Javascript for Web Developers: Johns Hopkins University

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