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      Northeastern University

      Program Structure and Algorithms Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Pseudocode, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Performance Tuning

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Northeastern University

      Program Structure and Algorithms Part 2

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Bayesian Statistics, Theoretical Computer Science, Pseudocode, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Graph Theory, Network Analysis, Probability, Probability & Statistics

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Toronto

      GIS, Mapping, and Spatial Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: ArcGIS, Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, GIS Software, Data Mapping, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Visualization, Metadata Management, Query Languages, Global Positioning Systems, Quantitative Research, Data Compilation, Typography, Data Manipulation, Data Storytelling, Data Modeling, Design Elements And Principles, Image Analysis

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      University of Toronto

      Communication Strategies for a Virtual Age

      Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Presentations, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Influencing, Verbal Communication Skills, Collaboration, Team Building, Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Virtual Teams, Public Speaking, Professional Development, Non-Verbal Communication, Strategic Communication, Empathy, Active Listening, Negotiation

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      IBM

      Introduction to DevOps

      Skills you'll gain: DevOps, Agile Methodology, Cloud-Native Computing, CI/CD, Test Driven Development (TDD), Scrum (Software Development), Behavior-Driven Development, Performance Metric, Accountability, Team Oriented, Culture Transformation, Microservices, Cross-Functional Collaboration

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      Princeton University

      Algorithms, Part I

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Java, Performance Testing, Computer Programming, Java Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

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      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      INSEAD

      Blockchain Revolution

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Digital Assets, Peer Review, FinTech, Intellectual Property, Business Transformation, Financial Inclusion, Business Leadership, Governance, Payment Systems, Technology Strategies, Digital Transformation, Corporate Sustainability, Business Analysis, Business, Competitive Analysis, Business Modeling, Emerging Technologies, Case Studies, Cryptography

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      Northeastern University

      Machine Learning and Data Analytics Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Mining, Dimensionality Reduction, Machine Learning Algorithms, Regression Analysis, Data Science, Big Data, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Feature Engineering, Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Statistical Methods, Supervised Learning, Data Transformation, Data Cleansing, Machine Learning, Data Visualization Software

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      University at Buffalo

      Electric Power Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Substation, Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Safety, Low Voltage, High Voltage, Sustainable Technologies, Emerging Technologies

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Efficient Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Cloud Development

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Security & Ethical Hacking: Attacking Web and AI Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cyber Security Assessment, Exploitation techniques, Server Side, Application Security, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Vulnerability Scanning, Responsible AI, Data Security, Cyber Attacks, Security Awareness, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Personally Identifiable Information, Business Logic

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      Pearson

      Data Science Fundamentals Part 1: Unit 3

      Skills you'll gain: Data Validation, Extract, Transform, Load, Object-Relational Mapping, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Data Quality, Data Pipelines, Pandas (Python Package), Descriptive Statistics, Database Management, Data Transformation, Data Integrity, Relational Databases, Exploratory Data Analysis, Databases, Data Processing, SQL, Data Analysis, Data Storage Technologies

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Program Structure and Algorithms Part 1: Northeastern University
    • Program Structure and Algorithms Part 2: Northeastern University
    • GIS, Mapping, and Spatial Analysis: University of Toronto
    • Communication Strategies for a Virtual Age: University of Toronto
    • Introduction to DevOps: IBM
    • Algorithms, Part I: Princeton University
    • Blockchain Revolution: INSEAD
    • Machine Learning and Data Analytics Part 1: Northeastern University
    • Electric Power Systems: University at Buffalo
    • Efficient Programming: 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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