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.

University of Copenhagen
Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Tidyverse (R Package), Rmarkdown, R Programming, Ggplot2, Data Import/Export, Data Visualization, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Data Science, Data Storytelling, Statistical Analysis, Relational Databases, Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Statistical Programming, Data Integration, Software Installation, Programming Principles, Communication
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Pinterest, Professional Networking, Organizational Skills, User Accounts, Content Development and Management, Social Media, Collaboration, Project Portfolio Management, Driving engagement, Resourcefulness, Research
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Microsoft Visual Studio, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, Debugging, Development Environment, Data Structures, Software Testing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Interviewing Skills, Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Professional Networking, Strategic Communication, Communication, Negotiation, Professionalism, Business Writing, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Linear Algebra, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Statistics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Probability, Regression Analysis, Calculus, Mathematical Software, Statistical Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Probability Distribution, Mathematical Modeling, Integral Calculus, Dimensionality Reduction, Graphing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Loss Prevention, Waste Minimization, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Supply Chain, Food and Beverage, Supply Chain Management, Production Process, Market Dynamics, Economics, Capacity Planning, Stakeholder Management, Analysis, Education and Training, Innovation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Business Research, Ideation, Productivity Software, AI Enablement, Marketing Materials, Writing and Editing, Creative Design, Generative AI, Market Research, Data Analysis Software, Marketing, Product Marketing, Packaging and Labeling, Financial Analysis
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Project Closure, Project Portfolio Management, Negotiation, Agile Methodology, Product Roadmaps, Project Management, Agile Project Management, Project Performance, Product Lifecycle Management, Project Risk Management, Innovation, Auditing, Resource Allocation, New Product Development, Team Leadership, Leadership
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Indian Institute for Human Settlements
Skills you'll gain: Editing, Storytelling, Photography, Content Creation, Infographics, Writing, Media and Communications, Social Media, Research, Instagram
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
Skills you'll gain: Child Health, Infant Care, Maternal Health, Postpartum Care, Pediatrics, Anatomy, Nutrition and Diet, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Clinical Nutrition, Immunology, Patient Positioning, Food Safety and Sanitation, Endocrinology, Biochemistry
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
Skills you'll gain: Recruitment, Job Analysis, Consultative Approaches, Market Research, Recruitment Strategies, Talent Acquisition, Marketing Materials, Talent Sourcing, Compensation Management, Needs Assessment, Competitive Analysis, Branding, Advertising
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks