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      Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

      Linux Commands & Shell Scripting

      Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Shell Script, Unix Commands, Systems Administration, Data Management, Process Management, Software Development, Computer Security

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera

      Collaborate and Code: GitHub with Python and Jupyter

      Skills you'll gain: Version Control, GitHub, Jupyter, Git (Version Control System), Generative AI, Software Documentation, Technical Documentation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Drug Discovery

      Skills you'll gain: Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacology, Clinical Research, Bioinformatics, New Product Development, Medical Science and Research, Regulatory Affairs, Molecular Biology, Market Opportunities, Chemistry

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      EDUCBA

      Project on Recommendation Engine - Book Recommender

      Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Feature Engineering, Pandas (Python Package), Text Mining, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Integration, Python Programming, Machine Learning

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      Simplilearn

      Fundamental of Reinforcement Training

      Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Markov Model

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pittsburgh

      Data Visualization: Fundamentals to Interactive Storytelling

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization Software, Datamaps, Data Visualization, Tableau Software, Spatial Analysis, Dashboard, Matplotlib, Heat Maps, Seaborn, Data Ethics, Text Mining, Data Mapping, Geospatial Information and Technology, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Network Analysis, Geospatial Mapping

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      EDUCBA

      XHTML Practical - Creating Website Engineering College

      Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, HTML and CSS, Verification And Validation, Semantic Web, Web Development, Web Design and Development, Development Testing, Data Validation, Design Strategies, User Interface (UI) Design

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Northeastern University

      Master of Science in Engineering Management

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      Siemens

      Expedite – Skills for Industry: EDA Explained

      Skills you'll gain: Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Electronic Systems, Semiconductors, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Components, Computer-Aided Design, Engineering Design Process, Automation, Environmental Science, Design Software, Engineering, Emerging Technologies, Design, Simulation and Simulation Software, Artificial Intelligence

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      Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

      Nutrition and Lifestyle in Pregnancy

      Skills you'll gain: Maternal Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Preventative Care, Clinical Nutrition, Nutrition and Diet, Food Safety and Sanitation, Medical Science and Research, Chronic Diseases

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      Pearson

      Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® Exam: Unit 2

      Skills you'll gain: Project Management, Technical Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Program Management, Team Performance Management, Leadership, Motivational Skills, Agile Methodology, Stakeholder Management, Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management, Organizational Structure, Portfolio Management, Decision Making, Change Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SkillUp

      Intermediate Java Development: Spring, Databases, Deployment

      Skills you'll gain: Hibernate (Java), CI/CD, Object-Relational Mapping, Spring Boot, Restful API, Java Programming, Containerization, Docker (Software), Continuous Integration, Database Development, Application Security, Java, SQL, Databases, Integration Testing, Application Frameworks, NoSQL, Test Driven Development (TDD), Kubernetes, Object Oriented Design

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    • Linux Commands & Shell Scripting: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
    • Collaborate and Code: GitHub with Python and Jupyter: Coursera
    • Drug Discovery : University of California San Diego
    • Project on Recommendation Engine - Book Recommender: EDUCBA
    • Fundamental of Reinforcement Training : Simplilearn
    • Data Visualization: Fundamentals to Interactive Storytelling: University of Pittsburgh
    • XHTML Practical - Creating Website Engineering College: EDUCBA
    • Master of Science in Engineering Management: Northeastern University
    • Expedite – Skills for Industry: EDA Explained: Siemens
    • Nutrition and Lifestyle in Pregnancy: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    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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