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 Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Business Modeling, Technology Strategies, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Transformation, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Product Management, Organizational Change, Market Dynamics, Emerging Technologies, Competitive Analysis, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Network Analysis, Case Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Copywriting, Search Engine Optimization, Content Strategy, Web Content, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Management, Content Creation, Writing, Content Marketing, Editing, Drive Engagement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Digital Marketing Institute
Skills you'll gain: Marketing Budgets, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer experience improvement, Cross-Channel Marketing, Digital Media Strategy, Digital Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, MarTech, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Marketing Channel, Customer Insights, Return On Investment, Agile Methodology, Consumer Behaviour, Persona Development, Strategic Thinking, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Social Media, Social Media Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Linear Algebra, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Probability, Regression Analysis, Calculus, Statistical Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Probability Distribution, Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Dimensionality Reduction
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Marketing Materials, Verbal Communication Skills, Presentations, Marketing, Persuasive Communication, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Business Writing, Influencing, Business Marketing, Graphic Design, Sales, Business Communication, Data Visualization, Market Research, Brainstorming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Operations, Marketing Design, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Planning, Marketing, Performance Reporting, Marketing Channel, Generative AI, Customer Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Customer experience improvement, Customer Retention
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Financial Modeling, Revenue Forecasting, Working Capital, Cash Flows, Business Valuation, Financial Forecasting, Expense Management, Financial Data, Cash Flow Forecasting, Operating Expense, Depreciation, Financial Analysis, Financial Statements, Asset Management, Revenue Management, Business Metrics, Capital Expenditure, Income Statement, Microsoft Excel
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Project Closure, Project Portfolio Management, Negotiation, Agile Methodology, Product Roadmaps, Project Management, Agile Project Management, Project Performance, Product Lifecycle Management, Project Risk Management, Innovation, Auditing, Resource Allocation, New Product Development, Team Leadership, Leadership
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Parsons School of Design, The New School
Skills you'll gain: Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Economics, Market Dynamics, Social Justice, Economic Development, Labor Relations, Sustainable Development, International Relations, World History, Global Marketing, Behavioral Economics, Innovation, Leadership, Critical Thinking, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Leeds
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Regulations, Environment, Taxonomy, Geospatial Information and Technology, Environmental Science, Spatial Data Analysis, Research, Scientific Visualization, Data Literacy, Biology, Data Visualization, Physics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Scientific Methods, Data Analysis, Experimentation, Research Design, Research, Peer Review, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Media and Communications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

American Psychological Association
Skills you'll gain: Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Trauma Care, Mental Health, Psychiatric Assessments, Psychology, Psychotherapy, Mental and Behavioral Health, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Stress Management, Cultural Sensitivity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months