Data security courses can help you learn encryption techniques, risk assessment strategies, incident response planning, and compliance regulations. You can build skills in vulnerability management, threat detection, and secure coding practices. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and data loss prevention software, demonstrating how these skills are applied to protect sensitive information and maintain system integrity.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, Feature Engineering, Supervised Learning, Model Evaluation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Decision Tree Learning, Data Preprocessing, Data Transformation, Supervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Feature Engineering, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Classification Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Model Training
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Constructive Feedback, Storytelling, Decision Making, Professional Networking, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Creative Thinking, Self-Awareness, Communication, Creativity, Independent Thinking, People Development, Decision Intelligence, Relationship Building, Tactfulness, People Management, Relationship Management, Growth Mindedness, Recognizing Others
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Machine Controls, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Process Control, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Real Time Data, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Experience, Electronic Systems, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Power Electronics, Electronic Hardware, Manufacturing Processes, Three-Phase, Thermal Management, Hardware Design, Electrical Engineering
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Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Tidyverse (R Package), Data Wrangling, R (Software), Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, R Programming, Data Science, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Management, File Management, Data Visualization
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Probability Distribution, Probability, Statistical Methods, Simulation and Simulation Software, Probability & Statistics, Microsoft Excel, Solution Design, Excel Formulas, Operations Research, Complex Problem Solving, Excel Macros, Business Modeling, Risk Modeling, Data Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Analysis, Estimation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Deepseek, Fine-tuning, Legal Technology, Model Optimization, Cloud Deployment, LLM Application, Deep Learning, Model Training, Transfer Learning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), AI Workflows, Gemini, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Cloud Computing, Performance Tuning, Generative AI Agents, Data Science
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Dimensionality Reduction, Unsupervised Learning, Statistical Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Data Analysis Software, Machine Learning Algorithms, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Markov Model, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Infectious Diseases, Microbiology, Epidemiology, Statistical Analysis, Precision Medicine, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Python Programming
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Data Structures, Git (Version Control System), Generative AI, Version Control, Test Script Development, Devops Tools, Matplotlib, Data Visualization, DevOps, Agile Methodology, Web Development, Debugging, Data Literacy, Flask (Web Framework), Scripting, Plotly, Automation, Data Analysis, Cloud Computing
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Pearson
Skills you'll gain: Database Management Systems, Data Modeling, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Security, Databases, Management Information Systems, Cloud Computing, Database Systems, Security Awareness, Cloud Platforms, Database Management, Information Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Database Design, Information Systems, Cloud Services, Cloud Solutions, Network Infrastructure, Network Model, Data Storage
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Pearson
Skills you'll gain: Market Research, Customer Relationship Management, Market Analysis, Market Intelligence, Marketing, Customer Insights, Marketing Analytics, Business Research, Customer Analysis, Market Data, Target Market, Marketing Strategies, Data-Driven Marketing, Market Opportunities, Strategic Marketing, Customer Data Management, Branding, Analysis, Target Audience, Data Literacy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Responsible AI, Exploratory Data Analysis, Histogram, Predictive Modeling, Data Visualization, Predictive Analytics, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Policy Analysis, Statistical Methods, Data Science, Descriptive Statistics, Data Ethics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Development Environment, Software Engineering
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours