Information security courses can help you learn risk assessment, network security protocols, encryption techniques, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in threat analysis, vulnerability management, and compliance with security regulations. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security information and event management (SIEM) software, demonstrating how these tools are applied to protect data and maintain system integrity.

Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Unix Shell, Scripting, Linux Commands, Windows PowerShell, Linux, IT Automation, Unix Commands, Unix, Debugging, Automation, Remote Access Systems, Command-Line Interface, Ubuntu, Development Environment, System Monitoring, Data Structures, Restful API, File Management
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Writing and Editing, Editing, Writing, Organizational Skills, Productivity, Time Management, Content Creation, Professional Development, Critical Thinking, Creativity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Google Cloud Platform, Data Migration, Database Management, SQL, Big Data, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Pipelines, Data Management
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Storage, Virtual Machines, Cloud Computing, Data Storage, Cloud Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, Data Manipulation
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft SQL Servers, SQL, Database Management, Google Cloud Platform, System Configuration, Performance Testing
Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, API Gateway, Cloud API, Application Programming Interface (API), Virtual Environment, Multi-Tenant Cloud Environments, Cloud Hosting, Google Cloud Platform
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Tel Aviv University
Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Cell Biology, Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, Anatomy, Food and Beverage, Environmental Science
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Management Accounting, Performance Measurement, Cost Accounting, Variance Analysis, Budgeting, Accounting, Capital Budgeting, Financial Accounting, Organizational Strategy, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Financial Analysis, Return On Investment, Cash Flows, Decision Making
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Storytelling, OpenAI, Analytics, Data Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Dashboard, Prompt Engineering, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Analysis, Python Programming, Query Languages
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, Application Security, Prompt Engineering, Security Controls, Data Security, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud API, API Design, Application Programming Interface (API), System Configuration, Configuration Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Oracle Databases, Performance Tuning, Database Architecture and Administration, Virtual Machines, Software Installation, Database Management, Data Storage, System Configuration, Network Administration, Disaster Recovery
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Organizational Strategy, Manufacturing Operations, Operational Analysis, Business Operations, Supply Chain, Inventory Management System, Process Analysis, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Strategies, Cost Benefit Analysis, Demand Planning, Capacity Management, Service Level
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks