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      SAS

      Predictive Modeling with Logistic Regression using SAS

      Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Predictive Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Regression Analysis, Performance Analysis, Business Analytics, Data Manipulation, Statistical Analysis, Sampling (Statistics)

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      SQL für Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, SQL, Data Quality, Query Languages, Databases, Relational Databases, Data Modeling, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis

      4.3
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      29 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EIT Digital

      Quantitative Formal Modeling and Worst-Case Performance Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Performance Testing, Embedded Systems, Systems Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Dataflow, Computational Thinking, Graph Theory

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

      Developing AI Policy

      Skills you'll gain: Policy Development, Governance, Procedure Development, Intellectual Property, Compliance Management, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Data Governance, Regulatory Requirements, Stakeholder Engagement, Education and Training, Data Science

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Yonsei University

      Applying Investment Decision Rules for Startups

      Skills you'll gain: Capital Budgeting, Financial Analysis, Return On Investment, Financial Modeling, Project Finance, Cash Flow Forecasting, Decision Making, Investment Management, Corporate Finance, Strategic Decision-Making, Excel Formulas

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      87 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Codio

      Software Engineering Tools and Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Package and Software Management, Model View Controller, CI/CD, Ansible, Software Testing, Test Tools, Continuous Integration, Application Programming Interface (API), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Continuous Deployment, Test Driven Development (TDD), Prometheus (Software), Application Performance Management, Network Monitoring, OAuth, Full-Stack Web Development, Cloud API, Javascript, Software Engineering

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      50 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Duke University

      Foundations of Local Large Language models

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Data Ethics, Application Deployment, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Natural Language Processing, Risk Management Framework, Open Source Technology, Rust (Programming Language)

      4.2
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Building Production-Ready Apps with Large Language Models

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Application Deployment, Interaction Design, Human Computer Interaction, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Applications, Application Development, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Generative AI, Infrastructure Architecture, Application Security

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      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Object-Oriented Analysis & Design

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Unified Modeling Language, JUnit, Software Design Patterns, Software Testing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Software Design, Unit Testing, Java Programming, Model View Controller, API Design, Software Engineering, Software Architecture, System Design and Implementation, Test Driven Development (TDD), Systems Development, Programming Principles, Software Development, Databases

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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Advancing Women in Tech

      Inspiring Peak Performance on Technical Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Agile Methodology, Team Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Meeting Facilitation, People Management, Performance Management, Software Engineering, Employee Coaching, Performance Review, Program Management, Cloud Engineering, Constructive Feedback, Automation, Business Strategy

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      From Wellhead to Refinery: Midstream Oil and Gas Processing

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Transportation Operations, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Production Process, Automation Engineering, Control Systems, Environmental Regulations, Equipment Design, Hydraulics, Three-Phase, Mechanical Engineering, Safety and Security

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Python Programming for Quantum Computing

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Scripting, Data Structures, Software Installation, Development Environment, NumPy, Integrated Development Environments, Computational Logic, Jupyter, Command-Line Interface, System Configuration

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Predictive Modeling with Logistic Regression using SAS : SAS
    • SQL für Data Science: University of California, Davis
    • Quantitative Formal Modeling and Worst-Case Performance Analysis: EIT Digital
    • Developing AI Policy: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
    • Applying Investment Decision Rules for Startups: Yonsei University
    • Software Engineering Tools and Practices: Codio
    • Foundations of Local Large Language models: Duke University
    • Building Production-Ready Apps with Large Language Models: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Object-Oriented Analysis & Design: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Inspiring Peak Performance on Technical Teams: Advancing Women in Tech

    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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