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Big Data Courses

Big Data courses can help you learn data analysis, data visualization, statistical modeling, and data mining techniques. You can build skills in interpreting large datasets, designing data-driven strategies, and utilizing machine learning algorithms. Many courses introduce tools like Hadoop, Spark, and Tableau, that support processing vast amounts of information and presenting insights effectively. Additionally, you may explore topics such as data warehousing, predictive analytics, and the ethical implications of data usage.


Popular Big Data Courses and Certifications


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    University of California San Diego

    Drug Development

    Skills you'll gain: Drug Development, Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Pre-Clinical Development, Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacology, Regulatory Compliance, Commercialization, Patient Safety

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Introduction to Applied Cryptography

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

    4.6
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    1K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Mainframe Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Mainframe Computing, COBOL (Programming Language), Software Development Life Cycle, z/OS, Unit Testing, Systems Analysis, Job Control Language (JCL), IBM DB2, Systems Development, Debugging, Pseudocode, Software Development Methodologies, Virtualization, Agile Methodology, Software Development, Test Driven Development (TDD), Report Writing, Relational Databases, Software Testing, Technical Support

    4.6
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    1.3K reviews

    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Toronto

    Bioinformatic Methods II

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Molecular Biology, Network Analysis, Database Software, Health Informatics, Data Processing, Data Visualization Software, Scientific Visualization

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    487 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Drug Development and Pharmacoepidemiology

    Skills you'll gain: Medication Therapy Management, Drug Development, Clinical Trials, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmacology, Medical Prescription, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Research, Pre-Clinical Development, Patient Safety, Medical Devices, Statistical Analysis, Value-Based Care, Epidemiology, Utilization Management, Health Policy, Program Evaluation, Public Health, Data Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    91 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    JavaScript Programming Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Ajax, Javascript, Data Structures, Debugging, JSON, Scripting, Web Development, Web Applications, Computer Programming, Front-End Web Development, HTML and CSS, Event-Driven Programming, Software Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Git (Version Control System), Application Programming Interface (API)

    4.6
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    163 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Music as Biology: What We Like to Hear and Why

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Music Theory, Aesthetics, World Music, Cultural Diversity, Psychology, Physiology, Biology

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    712 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Introduction to Business

    Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Business Strategy, Keyword Research, Digital Marketing, Organizational Leadership, Online Advertising, Search Engine Optimization, Business Planning, Content Marketing, Accountability, Cash Flow Forecasting, Business Management, Leadership and Management, Management Training And Development, Social Media Strategy, Social Media, Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, Banking, Storytelling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    743 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Gemini in BigQuery

    Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Generative AI, Predictive Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Big Data, Google Cloud Platform, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Prompt Engineering, SQL, LLM Application, Data Processing, Responsible AI, Python Programming, Data Cleansing, Customer Relationship Management, Data Visualization Software, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Northeastern University

    Machine Learning in Healthcare: Fundamentals & Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Health Informatics, Big Data, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Random Forest Algorithm, Clinical Practices, Responsible AI, Deep Learning, Health Care, Unsupervised Learning, Algorithms, Data Cleansing, Artificial Neural Networks

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Macquarie University

    Habilidades de Excel para el negocio: Intermedio I

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Dashboard, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Consolidation, Data Visualization, Data Integration, Data Management, Data Cleansing, Automation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    113 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Healthcare Law

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Medical Privacy, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Health Systems, Personally Identifiable Information, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Information Privacy, Primary Care, Health Care Administration, Medicaid, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Medicare, Health Care, Pharmaceuticals, Managed Care, Compliance Management, Health Policy, Regulation and Legal Compliance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular big data courses

  • Drug Development: University of California San Diego
  • Introduction to Applied Cryptography: University of Colorado System
  • IBM Mainframe Developer: IBM
  • Bioinformatic Methods II: University of Toronto
  • Drug Development and Pharmacoepidemiology: Johns Hopkins University
  • JavaScript Programming Essentials: IBM
  • Music as Biology: What We Like to Hear and Why: Duke University
  • Introduction to Business: University of California, Irvine
  • Gemini in BigQuery: Google Cloud
  • Machine Learning in Healthcare: Fundamentals & Applications: Northeastern University

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