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.

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Mathematical Modeling, Business Modeling, Business Analytics, Analytics, Data Modeling, Business Mathematics, Process Optimization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Microsoft Excel, Decision Making, Linear Algebra, Spreadsheet Software, Graphing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Machine Learning Algorithms, Predictive Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Data Mining, Algorithms, Collaborative Software, Data Manipulation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Software, Forecasting, Statistical Modeling, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistical Visualization, Data Presentation, Probability & Statistics, Model Evaluation, Statistical Hypothesis Testing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, NumPy, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Deep Learning, Data Science, Python Programming
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Convolutional Neural Networks, Unsupervised Learning, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Autoencoders, Keras (Neural Network Library), Artificial Neural Networks, Tensorflow, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Image Analysis, Natural Language Processing, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Performance Tuning
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Pivot Tables And Charts, Excel Formulas, Graphing, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Histogram, Scatter Plots, Data Import/Export, Data Manipulation, Data Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Data Import/Export, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Programming, Data Manipulation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Computer Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: SQL, PostgreSQL, Query Languages, Database Management, Database Systems, Data Manipulation
Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Microsoft Azure, Applied Machine Learning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, No-Code Development, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Model Deployment, Artificial Intelligence, Classification Algorithms, Supervised Learning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Data Preprocessing, Convolutional Neural Networks, Plot (Graphics), Generative AI, Deep Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Natural Language Processing, Responsible AI, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Visualization, Transfer Learning, Supervised Learning, Data Ethics, Image Analysis, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Model Deployment, Embeddings
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Exploratory Data Analysis, Deep Learning, Text Mining, Matplotlib, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Natural Language Processing, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Markov Model, Machine Learning, Statistical Modeling, Network Analysis, Probability Distribution, Statistical Methods, Algorithms
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months