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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving

      Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Data Import/Export, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Debugging, Microsoft Excel, Programming Principles, Program Development, Simulations, User Interface (UI), Problem Solving, Event-Driven Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Automation, Computer Programming, Spreadsheet Software, Data Cleansing, Data Validation, Algorithms, Data Management

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      Pearson

      Rust Programming Essentials: Unit 4

      Skills you'll gain: System Programming, Performance Tuning, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Interoperability, Software Development, Debugging

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera

      Putting SQL to Work: The TechMart Challenge

      Skills you'll gain: Data Transformation, SQL, Report Writing, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Performance Tuning, Analytical Skills, Business Analytics, Technical Communication, Business Communication, Generative AI

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      XHTML Practical - Creating Website Engineering College

      Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, Information Architecture, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Browser Compatibility, Web Design, Web Development, Web Design and Development, Verification And Validation, File Management

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Scala Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Programming, Development Environment, Data Structures

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Pearson

      Rust Programming Essentials: Unit 5

      Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Relational Databases, Databases, Command-Line Interface, File Management, Application Development, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Development

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      The R Programming Starter Course

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Microsoft Visual Studio, R Programming, Software Documentation, Data Structures, Program Development, Data Manipulation, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Software Installation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      Core Java

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Java Programming, Java, Eclipse (Software), Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Computer Programming, Software Design Patterns, Software Design, Software Installation, Programming Principles, Software Architecture, Data Structures, Virtual Machines, Package and Software Management, Debugging, Web Development, File Management

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      Google

      Use AI Responsibly

      Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Data Collection, Data Security, Analysis, Generative AI, Critical Thinking

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      ¿Ves la Erosión? Claves para Identificarla

      Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Natural Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Mitigation, Environmental Issue, Environment, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Environmental Policy, Critical Thinking, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Python Scripting Masterclass: From Basics to Real Projects

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Data Validation, Scripting, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Business Logic, Django (Web Framework), Data Structures, User Interface (UI), Customer Data Management, Program Development, Web Applications, Development Environment, Data Store, Maintainability, Web Development, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Data Entry, Command-Line Interface, Record Keeping

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Khalifa University

      Environmental Protection and Sustainability

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Regulations, Environment Health And Safety, Environmental Management Systems, Environmental Science, Spatial Data Analysis, Risk Management, Waste Minimization, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Regulatory Compliance, Risk Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Rust Programming Essentials: Unit 4: Pearson
    • Putting SQL to Work: The TechMart Challenge: Coursera
    • XHTML Practical - Creating Website Engineering College: EDUCBA
    • Scala Fundamentals: Packt
    • Rust Programming Essentials: Unit 5: Pearson
    • The R Programming Starter Course: Microsoft
    • Core Java: LearnQuest
    • Use AI Responsibly: Google
    • ¿Ves la Erosión? Claves para Identificarla: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    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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