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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Comportamiento adaptativo

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Algorithms, Systems Thinking, Artificial Neural Networks, Simulations, Computational Thinking, Network Analysis

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Visualizing Filters of a CNN using TensorFlow

      Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Applied Machine Learning, Python Programming, Jupyter, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Scientific Visualization

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      79 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      AI in Workforce Management

      Skills you'll gain: Workforce Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Workforce Planning, Performance Management, Resource Management, Employee Performance Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Operational Efficiency, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Decision Making, Business Strategy, Process Optimization, Strategic Planning, Business Ethics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Game Development with GameMaker

      Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Debugging, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Animations, Scripting Languages, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Unity Engine, C++ (Programming Language), User Interface (UI), C# (Programming Language), Software Installation, Event-Driven Programming, Computational Logic, Data Structures, Scripting, Development Environment

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Microsoft

      Microsoft Azure Cybersecurity Tools and Solutions

      Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Management, Azure Active Directory, Cloud Security, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Penetration Testing, Generative AI, Vulnerability Assessments, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Testing, Single Sign-On (SSO), Microsoft Azure, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Network Security, Identity and Access Management, Data Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, System Monitoring, Data Ethics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Perplexity.AI for Beginners: AI-Powered Search

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Information Architecture, Data Compilation, Data Presentation, Generative AI

      3.3
      Rating, 3.3 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GIS Mastery: Spatial Data, Remote Sensing, Decision Support

      Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geospatial Mapping, Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Global Positioning Systems, Data Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Vanderbilt University

      From Data To Decision With AI

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Methods, Data Presentation, Regression Analysis, Generative AI, Data Literacy, Statistical Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Technical Communication, Probability & Statistics, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Predictive Analytics, Data Storytelling, Box Plots, Analytical Skills, Artificial Intelligence

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      KodeKloud

      Terraform for the Absolute Beginner with Hands-on Labs

      Skills you'll gain: Terraform, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Infrastructure, IT Automation, Cloud API, Configuration Management, Command-Line Interface, Version Control

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Oracle

      Oracle APEX: Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Applications, Application Development, Database Application, Oracle Databases, Authentications, Application Security, Authorization (Computing), UI Components, Data Import/Export

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      ASME B31 Series and Pipeline Construction

      Skills you'll gain: Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Inspection, Construction, Engineering Practices, Facility Repair And Maintenance, Engineering Documentation, Environmental Engineering, Manufacturing Standards, Design Specifications, Engineering Analysis

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      R Programming for Statistics and Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: R Programming, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Ggplot2, Data Visualization, Data Manipulation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Tidyverse (R Package), Statistical Modeling, Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Data Structures, Data Wrangling, Statistical Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Programming Principles, Data Transformation, Statistical Inference, Probability & Statistics

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Comportamiento adaptativo: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Visualizing Filters of a CNN using TensorFlow: Coursera Project Network
    • AI in Workforce Management: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Game Development with GameMaker: University of Colorado System
    • Microsoft Azure Cybersecurity Tools and Solutions: Microsoft
    • Perplexity.AI for Beginners: AI-Powered Search: Coursera Project Network
    • GIS Mastery: Spatial Data, Remote Sensing, Decision Support: Coursera Instructor Network
    • From Data To Decision With AI: Vanderbilt University
    • Terraform for the Absolute Beginner with Hands-on Labs: KodeKloud
    • Oracle APEX: Foundations: Oracle

    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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