Applied Data Science courses can help you learn data analysis, statistical modeling, machine learning, and data visualization techniques. You can build skills in data cleaning, exploratory data analysis, and predictive analytics to derive insights from complex datasets. Many courses introduce tools like Python, R, and SQL, along with libraries such as Pandas and Scikit-learn, that support implementing data-driven solutions and automating processes in real-world applications.

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Probability Distribution, R (Software), R Programming, Probability & Statistics, Bayesian Statistics, Data Analysis, Probability, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Inference
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Spatial Data Analysis, GIS Software, Geospatial Information and Technology, Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, User Interface (UI), Application Development, Python Programming, Application Design, Data Science, Application Deployment, User Interface (UI) Design
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: SQL, Big Data, Data Validation, Query Languages, Data Mining, Business Metrics
Advanced · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Tensorflow, Data Preprocessing, Model Evaluation, Performance Tuning, Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Algorithms
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Exploratory Data Analysis, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Technology Strategies, Business Strategy, Machine Learning, Data Management, Data Preprocessing, Computer Vision, Unstructured Data, Predictive Modeling, Natural Language Processing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Regression Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Data Visualization, Statistical Modeling, Feature Engineering, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, R Programming, Predictive Analytics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Supervised Learning, Statistical Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Data Manipulation, Linear Algebra, Statistical Hypothesis Testing
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, AI Product Strategy, Workforce Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Workforce Planning, Responsible AI, Resource Management, Performance Improvement, Employee Performance Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Operational Efficiency, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Process Optimization, Strategic Planning, Business Ethics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Decision Tree Learning, Data Preprocessing, Data Manipulation, Statistical Modeling, R Programming, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, LLM Application, Embeddings, Agentic systems, Application Development, Data Pipelines, Data Integration, Development Environment
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Scalability, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, File I/O, Predictive Modeling, Programming Principles, Data Import/Export, Matlab, Exploratory Data Analysis, Scripting, Data Preprocessing, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Applied Machine Learning
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Data Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Box Plots, Pandas (Python Package), Data Visualization, Histogram, Statistical Analysis, Python Programming, Software Installation
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Predictive Modeling, Feature Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Analysis, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Model Deployment, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Import/Export, Virtual Environment
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months