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.
Starweaver
Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Vector Databases, AI Personalization, Data Engineering, System Monitoring, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Data Processing, AI Workflows, Scalability, Data Architecture, Data Pipelines, Embeddings, Performance Tuning, Continuous Monitoring, Database Systems, Talent Pipelining, Process Optimization, Engineering
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: NumPy, Data Structures, Data Analysis, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Exploratory Data Analysis, Image Analysis, Data Science, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, Big Data, Performance Tuning, Python Programming, Data Import/Export
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: SQL, Database Design, Database Management, Relational Databases, Data Manipulation, Databases, Data Import/Export, PostgreSQL, Database Management Systems, Data Integrity
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: OpenAI API, Prompt Engineering, Data Analysis, Generative AI, Data Visualization Software, Analysis, Data Manipulation, Artificial Intelligence, Python Programming
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Statistical Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Data Science, Decision Tree Learning, Statistical Methods, Artificial Neural Networks, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Classification Algorithms, Supervised Learning, R Programming, Machine Learning Algorithms, Dimensionality Reduction, Machine Learning, Random Forest Algorithm
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Tableau Software, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis Software, Digital Publishing, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Import/Export
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization Software, Data Literacy, Interactive Data Visualization, Business Intelligence, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Dashboard
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Scientific Visualization, Data Storytelling, Heat Maps, Data Mapping
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft 365, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Analysis
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Plotly, Model Evaluation, NumPy, Plot (Graphics), Dashboard, Statistics, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Analytics, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Probability, Data Science, Statistical Modeling, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Skills you'll gain: Quantitative Research, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Descriptive Statistics, Data Analysis, Statistical Reporting, Statistics, Research Design, Statistical Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Research Methodologies, Research, R Programming, Data Presentation, Surveys, Data Collection, Data Ethics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Data Science, Machine Learning Methods, R Programming, Statistical Inference, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours