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      University of California, Santa Cruz

      C for Everyone: Programming Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Program Development, Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Integrated Development Environments, Algorithms

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      PwC

      Problem Solving with Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Data Cleansing, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Validation, Complex Problem Solving, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Financial Analysis

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      Duke University

      Java Programming: Solving Problems with Software

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Java, Algorithms, Java Programming, Statistical Analysis, Software Design, Computer Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Data Processing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Analysis, Software Testing, Problem Solving

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google

      Stay Ahead of the AI Curve

      Skills you'll gain: Workforce Development, Strategic Thinking, Digital Transformation, Innovation, Generative AI, Emerging Technologies, Business Solutions, Data Analysis, Analysis

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      IBM

      JavaScript Programming with React, Node & MongoDB

      Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, Server Side, MongoDB, React Redux, NoSQL, Restful API, React.js, Front-End Web Development, JavaScript Frameworks, Ajax, Javascript, Back-End Web Development, UI Components, Application Deployment, Data Structures, Authentications, Database Development, Debugging, Full-Stack Web Development, Web Applications

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      SAS

      SAS Programmer

      Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, SAS (Software), Data Access, Data Import/Export, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Data Transformation, Requirements Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Validation, Data Cleansing, Statistical Programming, Data Processing, Data Integration, SQL, Data Presentation, Descriptive Statistics, Debugging

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      University of Virginia

      The Modern World, Part One: Global History from 1760 to 1910

      Skills you'll gain: European History, World History, International Relations, Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Economics, Economic Development, Culture, Governance

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      Coursera

      First Steps in Python with Jupyter Notebooks

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Version Control, GitHub, Jupyter, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Data Science, Generative AI, Scripting Languages, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Scripting, Data Analysis

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      Sciences Po

      Afrique et mondialisation, regards croisés

      Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Social Sciences, World History, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, Socioeconomics, Political Sciences, Conflict Management, Economics, Governance

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      University of California, Davis

      Fundamentals of Visualization with Tableau

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Data Literacy, Data Ethics, Data Storytelling, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Dashboard, Tableau Software, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export

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      University of Michigan

      Introduction to Thermodynamics: Transferring Energy from Here to There

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Management, HVAC, Engineering, Energy and Utilities, Physics, Engineering Analysis, Plant Operations and Management, Process Analysis, Environmental Science

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      LearnQuest

      Scrum Master Certification

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Behavior-Driven Development, DevSecOps, Backlogs, Agile Methodology, Test Driven Development (TDD), Sprint Retrospectives, Scaled Agile Framework, Sprint Planning, Kanban Principles, DevOps, Risk Management, Agile Software Development, Agile Product Development, Continuous Integration, Lean Methodologies, Scrum (Software Development), Scalability, Management Reporting, Agile Project Management

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

    • C for Everyone: Programming Fundamentals: University of California, Santa Cruz
    • Problem Solving with Excel : PwC
    • Java Programming: Solving Problems with Software: Duke University
    • Stay Ahead of the AI Curve: Google
    • JavaScript Programming with React, Node & MongoDB: IBM
    • SAS Programmer: SAS
    • The Modern World, Part One: Global History from 1760 to 1910: University of Virginia
    • First Steps in Python with Jupyter Notebooks: Coursera
    • Afrique et mondialisation, regards croisés: Sciences Po
    • Fundamentals of Visualization with Tableau: University of California, Davis

    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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