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      Microsoft

      Microsoft Full-Stack Developer

      Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, GitHub, C# (Programming Language), HTML and CSS, Load Balancing, Continuous Integration, Git (Version Control System), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Scalability, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Authentications, ASP.NET, Full-Stack Web Development, Web Development, Debugging, SQL, Application Deployment, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Copilot, Graph Theory

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      156 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Essential Design Principles for Tableau

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Design Elements And Principles, Analysis, Color Theory, Aesthetics

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dartmouth College

      C Programming with Linux

      Skills you'll gain: Command-Line Interface, C (Programming Language), Linux Commands, Computer Programming Tools, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Programming Principles, Computer Engineering, Linux Servers, Linux, File Systems, System Programming, Build Tools, Data Structures, Unix, Program Development, Development Environment, Algorithms, Computer Architecture, Software Documentation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      400 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Qualcomm Academy

      5G for Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Telecommunications, Emerging Technologies, Internet Of Things, Mobile Security, Network Architecture, Network Security, Network Infrastructure, Virtualization

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      659 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of London

      Introduction to Virtual Reality

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Unity Engine, Virtual Environment, Video Game Development, Display Devices, Technical Design, Human Computer Interaction, Computer Graphics, Human Factors

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Igualdad de género y derechos humanos

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Responsiveness, Advocacy, Public Policies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      87 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      Spring Framework

      Skills you'll gain: Spring Framework, Microservices, JUnit, Model View Controller, Hibernate (Java), Restful API, Application Frameworks, Spring Boot, Software Architecture, API Gateway, Web Services, Object-Relational Mapping, Transaction Processing, Java, Service Oriented Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, JSON, YAML, Unit Testing, Databases

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      675 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Emotional and Social Intelligence

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Emotional Intelligence, Relationship Management, Empathy, Social Skills, Communication Strategies, Personal Development, Stress Management, Self-Awareness, Self-Discipline, Professional Development, Mindfulness, Adaptability

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.5K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Bayesian Statistics

      Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Statistical Inference, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, Data Analysis, R Programming, Probability, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Probability Distribution

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      797 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Salesforce

      Salesforce Sales Development Representative

      Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Prospecting and Qualification, Customer Relationship Management, Lead Generation, Sales Development, Time Management, Business Writing, Salesforce, Writing, Cold Calling, Sales Prospecting, Growth Mindedness, Verbal Communication Skills, Cultural Diversity, Sales Enablement, Empathy, Emotional Intelligence, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, Communication

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      557 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Princeton University

      Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Technologies

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Encryption, Payment Systems, FinTech, Application Security, Digital Assets, Network Protocols, Data Mining, Transaction Processing, Data Storage, Distributed Computing, Emerging Technologies, Scripting, Public Affairs, Market Dynamics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      SAS

      SAS Visual Business Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Network Analysis, Trend Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Forecasting, Data Quality, Text Mining, Exploratory Data Analysis, Ad Hoc Reporting, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Spatial Analysis, Dashboard, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Interactive Data Visualization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Predictive Analytics, Business Reporting, Data Visualization

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Microsoft Full-Stack Developer: Microsoft
    • Essential Design Principles for Tableau: University of California, Davis
    • C Programming with Linux: Dartmouth College
    • 5G for Everyone: Qualcomm Academy
    • Introduction to Virtual Reality: University of London
    • Igualdad de género y derechos humanos: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Spring Framework: LearnQuest
    • Emotional and Social Intelligence: University of California, Davis
    • Bayesian Statistics: Duke University
    • Salesforce Sales Development Representative: Salesforce

    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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