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      IBM

      Machine Learning with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Applied Machine Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Dimensionality Reduction, Regression Analysis, Decision Tree Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Statistical Modeling

      4.7
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google

      Tools of the Trade: Linux and SQL

      Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Operating Systems, File Systems, Linux Commands, Linux, SQL, Unix, Database Management, Command-Line Interface, Relational Databases, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, User Accounts

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Introductory Human Physiology

      Skills you'll gain: Respiration, Anatomy, Pulmonology, Cardiology, Nephrology, Urology, Kinesiology, Vital Signs, Neurology, Biology, Nutrition and Diet, Gynecology

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google

      Build Wireframes and Low-Fidelity Prototypes

      Skills you'll gain: Storyboarding, Wireframing, Figma (Design Software), Information Architecture, User Story, User Experience Design, User Centered Design, Prototyping, Usability, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Mockups, User Flows

      4.9
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of London

      Citizenship and the Rule of Law

      Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Court Systems, Business Ethics, Social Justice, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Legal Proceedings, Case Law, International Relations, Legal Research, Political Sciences, Governance

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      516 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Introduction to TensorFlow for Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      20K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Sustainable Food Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Food and Beverage, Nutrition and Diet, Environmental Issue, Economics, Environmental Science, Environment, Production Process, Sustainability Reporting, Water Resources, Land Management, Natural Resource Management, Cultural Diversity, Consumer Behaviour

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Toronto

      The Arts and Science of Relationships: Understanding Human Needs

      Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Social Skills, Active Listening, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Needs Assessment, Cultural Diversity

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of London

      Global Diplomacy – Diplomacy in the Modern World

      Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, World History, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Public Affairs, Mediation, Interpersonal Communications

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Cancer Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Medical Imaging, Patient Education And Counseling, Molecular Biology, Clinical Trials, Preventative Care, Treatment Planning, Patient Evaluation, Primary Care, Pathology, Urology, Patient Treatment, Health Care, Internal Medicine, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Laboratory Testing, Precision Medicine, Anatomy, Biology, Medical Terminology

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Unsupervised Learning, Recommenders, Reinforcement Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Machine Learning, Data Ethics, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Supervised Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Anomaly Detection, Dimensionality Reduction, Algorithms, Collaborative Software

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rice University

      Business Statistics and Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Regression Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Graphing, Spreadsheet Software, Probability Distribution, Business Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Statistics, Business Analysis, Statistical Methods, Sample Size Determination, Statistical Inference

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      13K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Machine Learning with Python: IBM
    • Tools of the Trade: Linux and SQL: Google
    • Introductory Human Physiology: Duke University
    • Build Wireframes and Low-Fidelity Prototypes: Google
    • Citizenship and the Rule of Law: University of London
    • Introduction to TensorFlow for Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning: DeepLearning.AI
    • Sustainable Food Systems: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • The Arts and Science of Relationships: Understanding Human Needs: University of Toronto
    • Global Diplomacy – Diplomacy in the Modern World: University of London
    • Cancer Biology: Johns Hopkins 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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