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    Music production courses can help you learn how to record, edit, mix, and produce music using digital audio workstations and studio techniques.

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    • Status: Free Trial
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      Johns Hopkins University

      Developing Data Products

      Skills you'll gain: Shiny (R Package), Rmarkdown, Leaflet (Software), Plotly, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, R Programming, Statistical Reporting, User Interface (UI), Web Applications, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), GitHub, Package and Software Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      2.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      University of California, Irvine

      Esports

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Video Game Development, Professional Development, Contract Negotiation, Media and Communications, Branding, Organizational Structure, Organizational Strategy, Game Design, Recruitment, Journalism, Fundraising, Competitive Analysis, Brand Strategy, Contract Management, Live Streaming, Higher Education, Workforce Planning, Event Planning, Strategic Thinking

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      261 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)

      Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, Continuous Integration, Jenkins, Devops Tools, DevOps, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Continuous Delivery, OpenShift, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, IT Automation, Kubernetes, Containerization, Application Deployment, YAML

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      216 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      University of California, Irvine

      Teach English: Intermediate Grammar

      Skills you'll gain: Video Production, Grammar, Developing Training Materials, English Language, Vocabulary, Language Competency, Language Learning

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      150 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      S

      Scrimba

      CSS

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Typography, Web Design, Web Development Tools, Browser Compatibility, Front-End Web Development, Web Development, Web Design and Development, Animations, UI Components, Development Environment, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Javascript, Maintainability, Interactive Design, Web Applications, GitHub

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      168 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Cape Town

      Fintech Startups in Emerging Markets

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Business Modeling, Blockchain, Cryptography, Financial Regulations, FinTech, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Financial Regulation, Emerging Technologies, Video Production, Innovation, Business Planning, Business Strategies, Market Opportunities, Ledgers (Accounting), Data Encryption Standard, Banking, Machine Learning, New Business Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      235 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IBM

      Full Stack Software Developer Assessment

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Services, JavaScript Frameworks, Back-End Web Development, DevOps, Full-Stack Web Development, OpenShift, Version Control, Cloud Development, CI/CD, Software Development, Cloud-Native Computing, Web Applications, Microservices, Containerization, Kubernetes, Web Development, Serverless Computing, Docker (Software)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      273 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Meta

      Desarrollador back-end de Meta

      Skills you'll gain: Full-Stack Web Development, Restful API, Django (Web Framework), Relational Databases, Version Control, SQL, Unix Commands, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Database Design, Responsive Web Design, Database Management Systems, Front-End Web Development, Algorithms, MySQL, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Test Driven Development (TDD), Unit Testing, Pseudocode, Web Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      475 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of New Mexico

      Curanderismo: Traditional Healing of the Mind, Energy & Spirit

      Skills you'll gain: Trauma Care, Preventative Care, Music, Mental and Behavioral Health, Cultural Sensitivity, Community Mental Health Services, Compassion, Health Care, Mindfulness, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Emotional Intelligence

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      128 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Michigan

      Django Features and Libraries

      Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, Django (Web Framework), Application Development, Web Development, Web Applications, Object-Relational Mapping, Database Design, Data Modeling, Authentications, User Accounts, Relational Databases

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      394 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universidad de Palermo

      Historia del Arte: Del Barroco al Arte Posmoderno

      Skills you'll gain: Art History, Aesthetics, Timelines, World History, Culture, European History, Design Elements And Principles

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      188 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Berklee

      A tecnologia da produção musical

      Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music, Media Production, Editing, Instrumental Music, Multimedia, File Management, Peripheral Devices

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular music production courses

    • Developing Data Products: Johns Hopkins University
    • Esports: University of California, Irvine
    • Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD): IBM
    • Teach English: Intermediate Grammar: University of California, Irvine
    • CSS: Scrimba
    • Fintech Startups in Emerging Markets: University of Cape Town
    • Full Stack Software Developer Assessment: IBM
    • Desarrollador back-end de Meta: Meta
    • Curanderismo: Traditional Healing of the Mind, Energy & Spirit: University of New Mexico
    • Django Features and Libraries: University of Michigan

    Why Learn Music Production?

    Music production is the process of creating and shaping sound—from songwriting and recording to mixing and mastering. It blends creativity with technical skill and is essential in the music, film, and gaming industries. Learning music production can help you bring musical ideas to life, whether you’re building a career or exploring a creative passion.

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Music Production

    Top options include the Music Production Specialization from Berklee College of Music and Electronic Music Production from Berklee as well. These courses cover the full production process—from recording and editing to mixing and mastering—using digital audio workstations (DAWs) like Ableton Live, Logic Pro, or Pro Tools.‎

    Yes. Many music production courses offer a free audit option. This allows you to access video lessons and readings at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to record and edit audio, use MIDI and virtual instruments, arrange tracks, apply effects, and mix and master songs. Some courses also cover songwriting, sound design, and music theory fundamentals.‎

    Not necessarily. Many beginner-friendly courses introduce tools and concepts step by step. You don’t need to play an instrument or have studio experience—just a computer and a DAW (many offer free trials or have entry-level versions).‎

    Yes. Whether you’re aiming to release music, work in audio production, or support content creation, these courses can help you build real skills, develop a portfolio, and gain confidence using professional tools and techniques.‎

    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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