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    • I

      IE Business School

      Brand and Product Management

      Skills you'll gain: Product Lifecycle Management, Brand Strategy, Brand Management, Customer experience strategy (CX), Branding, Brand Awareness, Product Management, Brand Loyalty, Product Strategy, Product Planning, New Product Development, Employee Engagement, Customer Engagement, Portfolio Management, Competitive Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.7K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of California San Diego

      Algorithms on Strings

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Algorithms, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Precision Medicine, Life Sciences

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.1K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      California Institute of the Arts

      UX Design Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Experience Design, User Interface (UI) Design, User Centered Design, Interaction Design, Prototyping, Wireframing, User Research, User Flows, Mockups, Information Architecture, Ideation, Design Elements And Principles

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Data Science Ethics

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Data Sharing, Information Privacy, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Data Governance, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Big Data, Intellectual Property, Data Analysis, Social Sciences, Sampling (Statistics), Data-Driven Decision-Making, Diversity Awareness

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • M

      Microsoft

      Deploy and Maintain Power BI Assets and Capstone project

      Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Dashboard, SQL, Microsoft SQL Servers, Data Security, Data Visualization Software, Data Modeling, Data Management

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      239 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • T

      The University of Sydney

      Information & Digital Literacy for University Success

      Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Information Management, Digital Communications, Communication, Productivity, Document Management, Technical Communication, Education Software and Technology, File Management, Professionalism, Literacy, Organizational Skills, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      4.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • K

      Kennesaw State University

      The Business of Cybersecurity Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Incident Response, Risk Management, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Governance, Business Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Cyber Security Strategy, Information Management, Business Ethics, Performance Measurement, Compliance Management, Governance, Business Planning, Organizational Strategy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      52 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • M

      Meta

      Measure and Optimize Social Media Marketing Campaigns

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Marketing Effectiveness, Social Media Strategy, Digital Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Social Media, Marketing Budgets, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Marketing, Facebook, A/B Testing, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Reporting, Return On Investment, Presentations, Goal Setting

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.9K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • M

      Microsoft

      Work Smarter with Microsoft PowerPoint

      Skills you'll gain: Multimedia, Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentations, Microsoft 365, Collaborative Software, Productivity Software, Microsoft Windows, Editing, File Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      971 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • G

      Google

      Go Beyond the Numbers: Translate Data into Insights

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Data Transformation, Data Ethics, Tableau Software, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Communications, Matplotlib, Pandas (Python Package), Jupyter, Data Validation, Python Programming

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      781 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free
      T

      The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

      Research Data Management and Sharing

      Skills you'll gain: Data Sharing, Data Management, File Management, Data Storage, Information Management, Data Strategy, Metadata Management, Data Governance, Document Management, Data Literacy, Data Quality, Data Integrity, Data Security, Version Control

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      717 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado System

      Introduction to Applied Cryptography

      Skills you'll gain: Data Encryption Standard, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Key Management, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Encryption, Authentications, Arithmetic, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Data Integrity, Probability, Computer Science

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      986 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular information security courses

    • Brand and Product Management: IE Business School
    • Algorithms on Strings: University of California San Diego
    • UX Design Fundamentals: California Institute of the Arts
    • Data Science Ethics: University of Michigan
    • Deploy and Maintain Power BI Assets and Capstone project: Microsoft
    • Information & Digital Literacy for University Success: The University of Sydney
    • The Business of Cybersecurity Capstone: Kennesaw State University
    • Measure and Optimize Social Media Marketing Campaigns: Meta
    • Work Smarter with Microsoft PowerPoint: Microsoft
    • Go Beyond the Numbers: Translate Data into Insights: Google

    Skills you can learn in Computer Security And Networks

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    Linux (12)
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    Application Programming Interfaces (8)
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    Frequently Asked Questions about Information Security

    Information security is the practice of keeping data protected from theft, destruction, or misuse. It's different from cybersecurity in that cybersecurity refers to protecting physical computer assets, while information security concerns defending data from hackers. The practices of information security protect data from accidental breaches, unauthorized access, and malicious attacks. Whether you're storing your data or transmitting it from one place to another, information security keeps your data safe. The term "data" includes printed media as well as electronic information, and information security practices protect your data whether or not it's confidential.‎

    Our world has become increasingly dependent on data, and malicious people want to get their hands on information, which makes information security vital to our modern society. Piracy, identity theft, and intellectual property crimes are on the rise every year, so the demand for people and software that protects data continues to grow. Data breaches cost money and can damage reputations, so keeping information protected can prevent catastrophic problems. A working knowledge of information security is crucial if you're interested in a career in information technology.‎

    You can apply your knowledge of information security in a vast array of industries. Companies all over the country are looking for information technology specialists to help keep their sensitive and proprietary data safe, and jobs are available in the finance, healthcare, government, law enforcement, and insurance sectors, as well as in other areas. Cybersecurity and information technology companies are also hiring, and these businesses work with various clients to protect data from hackers and other attacks. You may even be able to start your own business in information security.‎

    Learning information security with online courses on Coursera allows you to gain a foothold in this growing field. You can gain firsthand experience in the issues that drive the information security industry, as well as the methods that data professionals use to combat hackers and data pirates. Opportunities exist to work toward becoming an IBM cybersecurity analyst, learn about cryptography, and understand regulatory compliance.‎

    Online Information Security courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Information Security skills. Choose from a wide range of Information Security courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Information Security, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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