Research courses can help you learn data collection techniques, statistical analysis, literature review methods, and experimental design. You can build skills in critical thinking, hypothesis testing, and effective communication of findings. Many courses introduce tools like SPSS, R, and Python for data analysis, as well as reference management software such as EndNote or Zotero, which support the organization and presentation of research projects.

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Writing, Editing, Proofreading, Grammar, Style Guides
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: R (Software), Model Evaluation, Statistical Modeling, Statistics, Data Visualization, Data Wrangling, Data Manipulation, Correlation Analysis, Histogram, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Biostatistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Scripting, Package and Software Management, Data Import/Export
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

National Taiwan University
Skills you'll gain: Report Writing, Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Algorithms, Industrial Engineering, Business Modeling, Process Optimization, Engineering Calculations, Feasibility Studies, Project Design, Engineering Management, Business Operations, Computational Thinking, Data Visualization, Complex Problem Solving, Decision Making, Performance Metric, Business Analytics
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Organizational Structure, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategies, Research, Strategic Thinking, Business Research, Case Studies, Presentations
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Research Design, User Research, Surveys, Focus Group, Research Methodologies, Research, Research and Design, Business Research, Data Collection, Interviewing Skills, Case Studies, Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Market Research, Market Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Business Research, Market Intelligence, Global Marketing, Business Strategy, Strategic Marketing, Target Market, Consumer Behaviour, Performance Measurement, Report Writing, Analysis, Financial Acumen
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Market Research, Market Analysis, Business Research, Research Reports, Market Intelligence, Competitive Analysis, Quantitative Research, Analytical Skills, Case Studies, Report Writing, Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Business Acumen
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Geneva
Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Research, Qualitative Research, Surveys, Community Outreach, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Investigation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Collection, Accountability, Case Studies, Needs Assessment, Decision Making, Adaptability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Design Research, User Experience Design, User Research, Prototyping, User Centered Design, Persona (User Experience), Interaction Design, Usability Testing, Research Methodologies, Innovation, Creativity, Storyboarding, Interviewing Skills
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Quantitative Research, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Descriptive Statistics, Data Analysis, Statistics, Research Design, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Microsoft Excel, Research, R Programming, Data Presentation, Surveys, Data Collection, Research Reports, Data Ethics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

National Taiwan University
Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms, Process Optimization, Engineering Calculations, Program Implementation, Computational Thinking, Operational Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Resource Allocation, Decision Making, Facility Management, Calculus, Business Analytics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Institutional Review Board (IRB), Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Clinical Research Ethics, Healthcare Ethics, Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Medical Science and Research, Drug Development, Research, Health Policy, Pharmaceuticals, Patient Safety
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks