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      Scrimba

      Build Fast Websites with Astro

      Skills you'll gain: JSON, UI Components, Application Deployment, Web Design and Development, Front-End Web Development, Information Architecture, Web Development Tools, Full-Stack Web Development, Web Development, HTML and CSS, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Applications, Content Management, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Application Frameworks, Routing Protocols, Javascript

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Backend Development: Node.js, Express, MongoDB & REST APIs

      Skills you'll gain: Server Side, Node.JS, MongoDB, Restful API, Back-End Web Development, Full-Stack Web Development, Web Applications, API Design, Database Management, Software Architecture, JavaScript Frameworks, Secure Coding, NoSQL, Database Design, Authentications, Scalability, Authorization (Computing)

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera

      Putting SQL to Work: The TechMart Challenge

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Business Reporting, Performance Reporting, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Query Languages, Database Development, Analytical Skills, Data Transformation, Business Analysis, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Data Warehousing for Business Intelligence

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Business Intelligence, Data Warehousing, Relational Databases, Data Visualization, Decision Support Systems, Business Intelligence Software, Data Modeling, Business Process Management, Database Management Systems, Databases, Dashboard, SQL, Star Schema, Performance Measurement, Data Governance, Oracle Databases, Data Integration, MicroStrategy, Data Visualization Software

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      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      RAG for Generative AI Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, User Interface (UI), Application Development, Semantic Web, Database Systems, Data Storage Technologies, Databases, NoSQL, Full-Stack Web Development, Flask (Web Framework), Database Management, JSON, Artificial Intelligence, Application Frameworks, Query Languages, Database Architecture and Administration, Natural Language Processing, Jupyter

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving

      Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Peer Review, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Data Import/Export, Microsoft Excel, Problem Solving, Data Structures, Program Development, Computer Programming, Project Design, Simulations, Automation, Algorithms, Spreadsheet Software, UI Components, Debugging, Data Management, User Interface (UI), Data Cleansing

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      Skillshare

      Canva Thumbnail Design Masterclass: Get More Clicks

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Content Performance Analysis, Photo Editing, Web Analytics, Content Creation, Graphic and Visual Design, Photography, Marketing Psychology, Color Theory, Branding

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Northeastern University

      Application Engineering and Development Part 2

      Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Software Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Modeling, Test Data, User Interface (UI) Design, Software Development, Application Development, Artificial Intelligence, Data Structures

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnKartS

      Effective Collaboration & Teamwork Skills for Professionals

      Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Teamwork, Conflict Management, Collaboration, Team Leadership, Team Motivation, Constructive Feedback, Relationship Building, Emotional Intelligence, Diversity and Inclusion, Employee Engagement, Empathy, Active Listening, Trustworthiness

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dell

      Dell Technologies Introduction to IT Sales

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Business Communication, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Technical Sales, Sales, Job Analysis, Sales Presentations, Branding, Relationship Building

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Infosec

      CISSP Domain 1: Security and Risk Management

      Skills you'll gain: Information Systems Security, Risk Management, Security Management, Continuous Monitoring, Information Assurance, Cyber Governance, Governance, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Risk Mitigation, Business Risk Management, ISO/IEC 27001, Risk Analysis, Threat Management, Asset Protection, Vulnerability Assessments, Regulatory Compliance, Information Systems, Intellectual Property

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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Mastering Python Programming: Apply, Analyze, and Build

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Debugging, Software Design Patterns, Functional Design, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Data Structures

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Build Fast Websites with Astro: Scrimba
    • Backend Development: Node.js, Express, MongoDB & REST APIs: Board Infinity
    • Putting SQL to Work: The TechMart Challenge: Coursera
    • Data Warehousing for Business Intelligence: University of Colorado System
    • RAG for Generative AI Applications: IBM
    • Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Canva Thumbnail Design Masterclass: Get More Clicks: Skillshare
    • Application Engineering and Development Part 2: Northeastern University
    • Effective Collaboration & Teamwork Skills for Professionals: LearnKartS
    • Dell Technologies Introduction to IT Sales: Dell

    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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