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Data Security Courses

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.


Popular Data Security Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    RFIs: Distinguish, Apply, and Win

    Skills you'll gain: Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Bidding, Proposal Development, Standard Operating Procedure, Business Writing, Decision Making, Data Compilation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

    Leadership Problem-Solving with AI: Think Like a Leader

    Skills you'll gain: Prioritization, Strategic Prioritization, Strategic Leadership, Problem Solving, Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Leadership, Strategic Decision-Making, Stakeholder Communications, Responsible AI, Initiative and Leadership, AI Enablement, Leadership Development, Decision Making, Artificial Intelligence, Analysis, Critical Thinking, Root Cause Analysis, Data Ethics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Blockchain

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Encryption, FinTech, Data Sharing, Transaction Processing, Fraud detection, Distributed Computing, Payment Systems, Data Integrity, Emerging Technologies, Digital Assets, Authentications, Software Systems, Systems Architecture, Data Security, Computer Systems, Software Architecture, Network Security, Network Analysis

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Intermediate C++ Programming Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), API Design, Software Architecture, Software Design, Maintainability, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Generative AI Agents, Data Validation, Performance Tuning, Application Frameworks, System Programming, Algorithms, Debugging

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Università Bocconi

    Startup Calling: from idea to impact

    Skills you'll gain: Go To Market Strategy, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Fundraising, Product Development, Market Research, Presentations, Value Propositions, Business Strategy, Market Analysis, Customer Insights, User Research, Competitive Analysis, Lean Methodologies, Interviewing Skills

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

    CPA Pathways Graduate Certificate

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Management Accounting, Fund Accounting, Operations Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Financial Statement Analysis, Credit Risk, Project Closure, Machine Learning Algorithms, Business Strategy, Risk Management, Social Determinants Of Health, Revenue Recognition, Financial Auditing, Variance Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Data Governance, Generative AI, Supply And Demand, Statistical Inference

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    Graduate Certificate · 6 - 12 Months

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    University of London

    How Computers Work

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Computer Systems, Web Applications, Computer Literacy, Network Security, Computer Networking, Computational Thinking, Debugging, Web Design and Development, Cybersecurity, Problem Management, Software Architecture, Data Storage

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Fundamentals of Network Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Communications, OSI Models, Network Protocols, TCP/IP, Network Routing, Network Architecture, Network Planning And Design, Computer Networking, System Programming, Data Integrity

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Unlock Powerful Automation and Analysis with Power Platform

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Power BI, Dashboard, No-Code Development, Data Visualization, Data Integration, Interactive Data Visualization, Microsoft 365, Business Intelligence, Business Process Automation, Application Development, Data Analysis, Performance Analysis, Generative AI Agents, Application Design, Automation, Data Security, Data Store, Computing Platforms

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Cybersecurity Planning, Management, and Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Record Keeping, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Data Management, Records Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Data Security, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Data Governance, Cloud Computing, Personally Identifiable Information, Information Privacy, Threat Detection, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Platforms, Security Controls, Threat Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    AI CERTs

    AI for Audio and Music

    Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Digital Signal Processing, Data Ethics, Tensorflow, Responsible AI, Augmented Reality, Artificial Intelligence, AI Personalization, Music, Multimedia, Music Performance, Deep Learning, Information Privacy, Creativity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Malware Analysis and Introduction to Assembly Language

    Skills you'll gain: Malware Protection, Exploit development, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Security Assessment, Application Security, Threat Detection, Virtual Machines, Debugging, System Programming, Scripting, Windows PowerShell, Virtualization, Computer Architecture, Excel Macros, Linux

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • RFIs: Distinguish, Apply, and Win: Coursera
  • Leadership Problem-Solving with AI: Think Like a Leader: Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
  • Blockchain: University of California, Irvine
  • Intermediate C++ Programming Techniques: Microsoft
  • Startup Calling: from idea to impact: Università Bocconi
  • CPA Pathways Graduate Certificate: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
  • How Computers Work: University of London
  • Fundamentals of Network Communication: University of Colorado System
  • Unlock Powerful Automation and Analysis with Power Platform: Microsoft
  • Cybersecurity Planning, Management, and Compliance: Microsoft

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