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      EDUCBA

      Apache Spark with Scala: Master Data Building & Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Scala Programming, Apache Hadoop, Apache Maven, Real Time Data, Data Processing, Scalability, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Systems Integration

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of London

      Machine Learning for All

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Machine Learning, Data Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Supervised Learning, Data Analysis, Computer Vision, Data Collection

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Physical Red Teaming

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, Persona Development, Safety and Security, Record Keeping

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Dell

      Dell Technologies IT Sales Representative

      Skills you'll gain: Closing (Sales), Sales, Customer Relationship Building, Sales Strategy, Persuasive Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Influencing, Job Analysis, Data Centers, Customer Insights, Interviewing Skills, Sales Presentations, Public Speaking, Solution Design, Branding, Negotiation, Account Management, Customer Relationship Management, Lead Generation, Digital Content

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Skillshare

      Professional Development for Future-Ready Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Leadership, Professional Development, Cultural Diversity, Leadership and Management, Empathy, Adaptability, Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Communication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Unreal Engine Blueprints-Advanced Gameplay and Logic Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Game Design, Performance Tuning, Video Game Development, Performance Testing, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Object Oriented Design, Event-Driven Programming, Interactive Design, Prototyping

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Python Pyramid - Advanced

      Skills you'll gain: Authentications, Application Frameworks, Routing Protocols, Web Applications, Web Development, Unit Testing, Authorization (Computing), Functional Testing, Integration Testing, Application Security, Configuration Management, File Management

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      SkillUp

      Intermediate Java Development: Spring, Databases, Deployment

      Skills you'll gain: Hibernate (Java), CI/CD, Object-Relational Mapping, Spring Boot, Restful API, Java Programming, Containerization, Docker (Software), Continuous Integration, Database Development, Application Security, Java, SQL, Databases, Integration Testing, Application Frameworks, NoSQL, Test Driven Development (TDD), Kubernetes, Object Oriented Design

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      Packt

      Personal Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Personal Development, Assertiveness, Time Management, Productivity, Leadership, Professional Development, Stress Management, Emotional Intelligence, Initiative and Leadership, Self-Awareness, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Growth Mindedness, Communication Strategies

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Magíster en Ciencia de Datos

      Skills you'll gain: Revenue Management, Customer Analysis, Database Design, Data Ethics, Descriptive Analytics, People Analytics, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Public Key Infrastructure, FinTech, Predictive Analytics, Biostatistics, Statistical Reporting, Unsupervised Learning, Gerontology, Digital Transformation, Deep Learning, Risk Analysis, Network Analysis, Bayesian Statistics, Exploratory Data Analysis

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      University of California, Santa Cruz

      Go and C++: Programming in Two Successor Languages of C

      Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Go (Programming Language), Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design Patterns, Debugging, Object Oriented Design, Programming Principles, Unit Testing, Algorithms, C (Programming Language), Program Development, Computer Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Graph Theory, Software Testing, Computer Science, File Management, Artificial Intelligence, Integration Testing

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Pearson

      SQL for Any IT Professional

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Relational Databases, SQL, Database Management, Query Languages, Database Development, Database Systems, Data Management, Databases, Data Integrity, Oracle Databases, Data Modeling, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Structures, User Accounts

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Apache Spark with Scala: Master Data Building & Analysis: EDUCBA
    • Machine Learning for All: University of London
    • Physical Red Teaming: Packt
    • Dell Technologies IT Sales Representative: Dell
    • Professional Development for Future-Ready Leadership: Skillshare
    • Unreal Engine Blueprints-Advanced Gameplay and Logic Systems: EDUCBA
    • Python Pyramid - Advanced: EDUCBA
    • Intermediate Java Development: Spring, Databases, Deployment: SkillUp
    • Personal Skills: Packt
    • Magíster en Ciencia de Datos: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    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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