Data mining courses can help you learn data preprocessing, pattern recognition, and predictive modeling techniques. You can build skills in clustering, classification, and anomaly detection, that support extracting meaningful insights from large datasets. Many courses introduce tools like Python, R, and SQL, along with software such as RapidMiner and Weka, to help you apply these skills in real-world data analysis projects.

Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Dashboard, Forecasting, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Excel, Workflow Management, UI Components, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), User Interface (UI), Automation, Debugging, Scenario Testing, Programming Principles
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Decision Support Systems, Business Metrics, Performance Metric, Data Collection, Performance Measurement, Benchmarking, Data Validation, A/B Testing, User Feedback, Predictive Analytics, Product Assortment
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Scientific Visualization, Data Access, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Data Wrangling, Database Software, File I/O, Python Programming
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Edge Impulse
Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Transfer Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Embedded Systems, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Model Deployment, Data Ethics, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Computer Programming, Model Evaluation, Python Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, Data Preprocessing, Regression Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Forecasting, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Transformation, Statistical Modeling, Trend Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Methods
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Responsible AI, Model Deployment, Tensorflow, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Quality, Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing, Applied Machine Learning, Google Cloud Platform, Keras (Neural Network Library), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Cleansing, Supervised Learning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Dataflow, Artificial Neural Networks, Model Evaluation, Logistic Regression, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Large Language Modeling, Embeddings, Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, Transfer Learning, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Data Ethics, Artificial Neural Networks, Classification Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Feature Engineering
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Probability, Probability Distribution, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Risk Management, Risk Modeling, Combinatorics, Descriptive Statistics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Simulations, Model Evaluation, Performance Testing, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Markov Model, Algorithms, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Software Installation, Data Analysis, Analysis, Scientific Methods, User Interface (UI)
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Text Mining, Data Manipulation, Unstructured Data, Markov Model, Data Preprocessing, Python Programming, Applied Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Algorithms, Probability & Statistics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Unstructured Data, Semantic Web, Statistical Methods, Text Mining, Data Structures, JSON, Natural Language Processing, Data Visualization Software, Python Programming
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks