Research courses can help you learn data collection techniques, statistical analysis, literature review methods, and experimental design. You can build skills in critical thinking, hypothesis testing, and effective communication of findings. Many courses introduce tools like SPSS, R, and Python for data analysis, as well as reference management software such as EndNote or Zotero, which support the organization and presentation of research projects.

Multiple educators
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Design, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Business, Sustainability Reporting, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainable Development, Business Ethics, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Operations, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management, Environmental Engineering, Labor Compliance, Compliance Management, Case Studies, Product Design
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Anthropology, Art History, Scientific Methods, Peer Review, Social Sciences, Research, World History, Culture, Research Methodologies, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Vocabulary, Logical Reasoning, Critical Thinking, Data Literacy, Arithmetic, Decision Making, Deductive Reasoning, Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, Complex Problem Solving, Grammar, English Language, Case Studies, Literacy, Learning Strategies, Applied Mathematics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Quantitative Research, Estimation
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Probability & Statistics, Microsoft Excel, Descriptive Statistics, Business Analytics, Box Plots, Probability Distribution, Data Visualization, Probability, Statistics, Business Mathematics, Spreadsheet Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Algebra, Bayesian Statistics, Arithmetic, Case Studies, Statistical Analysis, Quantitative Research, Data Analysis, Correlation Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Analysis, Manufacturing Processes, Failure Analysis, Chemical Engineering, Engineering Calculations
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

American Museum of Natural History
Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Environment, Hazard Analysis, Spatial Data Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, General Science and Research, Environmental Science, Scientific Methods
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Process Optimization, Manufacturing and Production, Six Sigma Methodology, Organizational Strategy, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Strategic Leadership, Continuous Improvement Process, Operational Analysis, Change Management, Systems Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Sustainable Systems, Operations Research, AI Enablement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

O.P. Jindal Global University
Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, Negotiation, International Relations, Public Affairs, Economics, Political Sciences, Digital Communications, Communication, Cultural Diversity, Virtual Teams, Media and Communications, Social Media, Crisis Management
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Pay Per Click Advertising, Search Engine Marketing, Customer Retention, Digital Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Keyword Research, Digital Advertising, Marketing Strategies, Marketing, Customer Acquisition Management, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Marketing, Lead Generation, Target Audience
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Economic Development, Sociology, Sustainable Development, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, World History, International Relations, Economics, Demography, Political Sciences, Public Policies, European History, Case Studies, Governance, Qualitative Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Standard Operating Procedure, Operational Efficiency, Lean Methodologies, Quality Assurance, Procedure Development, Operations Management, Safety Standards, Process Management, Process Optimization, Workforce Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Risk Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Health Informatics, Autoencoders, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Image Analysis, Embeddings, Health Information Management, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Health Care, Model Deployment, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Artificial Neural Networks, Healthcare Project Management, Supervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning Methods, Graph Theory, Big Data
Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months