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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 2

      Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Descriptive Analytics, Social Sciences, Demography, Analytics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Trend Analysis, Sociology, Anthropology, World History, Data Analysis, Quantitative Research, Statistical Methods, Cultural Diversity

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Advanced Data Analysis with Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Predictive Modeling, Large Language Modeling, Anomaly Detection, Predictive Analytics, Forecasting, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Advanced Analytics, Natural Language Processing, Text Mining, Data Analysis, Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Unstructured Data, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Exploratory Data Analysis

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EIT Digital

      Approximation Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Operations Research, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Linear Algebra

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      Java Testing

      Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Test Driven Development (TDD), Unit Testing, Testability, Test Case, Software Testing, Development Testing, Eclipse (Software), Test Data, Test Automation, Test Execution Engine, Integrated Development Environments, Test Tools, Java, Software Development Methodologies

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of London

      Data Science Project Capstone: Predicting Bicycle Rental

      Skills you'll gain: Correlation Analysis, Data Collection, Predictive Modeling, Regression Analysis, Data Science, Forecasting, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Exploratory Data Analysis

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Austral

      Fundamentos de la visualización de datos con Tableau

      Skills you'll gain: Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Tree Maps, Data Presentation, Data Literacy, Software Installation

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Manage Your Versions with Git (Part II)

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Version Control, Bitbucket, GitLab, Collaborative Software, Software Versioning, Software Development, Software Engineering, Project Management

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      LearnKartS

      Reports and Dashboards

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Ad Hoc Reporting, Salesforce, Business Reporting, Management Reporting, Report Writing, Data Visualization, Data Import/Export

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Alteryx Advanced

      Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Advanced Analytics, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Data Analysis, Data Integration, Data Processing, Predictive Modeling, Workflow Management, Machine Learning, Data Pipelines, Complex Problem Solving, Database Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The North Awakens

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Natural Resource Management, International Relations, Environment, Governance, Environmental Regulations, Economics, Socioeconomics, Environmental Resource Management, Transportation Operations, Environmental Science, Cultural Diversity, Demography

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Yale University

      宇宙之旅:对话 (Journey of the Universe: Weaving Knowledge and Action)

      Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Environment, Teaching, Creativity, Storytelling, Cultural Sensitivity, World History, Systems Thinking, Physics, Environmental Science, Music, Economics, Biology

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Calculating Descriptive Statistics in R

      Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Data Science, Probability & Statistics, Quantitative Research, Statistical Methods, R Programming, Histogram, Statistics

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 2: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Advanced Data Analysis with Generative AI: Microsoft
    • Approximation Algorithms: EIT Digital
    • Java Testing: LearnQuest
    • Data Science Project Capstone: Predicting Bicycle Rental: University of London
    • Fundamentos de la visualización de datos con Tableau: Universidad Austral
    • Manage Your Versions with Git (Part II): Coursera Project Network
    • Reports and Dashboards: LearnKartS
    • Alteryx Advanced: Packt
    • The North Awakens: University of Colorado Boulder

    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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