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.
Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Bayesian Statistics, Markov Model, Machine Learning, Statistical Modeling, Probability Distribution, Statistical Methods, Algorithms, Model Evaluation
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Vector Databases, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Model Evaluation, Hugging Face, Generative AI, Dimensionality Reduction, Natural Language Processing, OpenAI API, Data Preprocessing, Embeddings, Classification Algorithms, Large Language Modeling, OpenAI, Text Mining, Applied Machine Learning, LLM Application, Statistical Machine Learning, Data Processing, Multilingualism
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: R Programming, Rmarkdown, Tidyverse (R Package), Ggplot2, Data Import/Export, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Science, Data Manipulation, Data Storytelling, Statistical Analysis, Data Cleansing, Data Integration, Data Transformation, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Matplotlib, Data Analysis, Data Mining, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, NumPy, Pandas (Python Package), Probability Distribution, Dimensionality Reduction, Model Evaluation, R Programming, Probability, Python Programming, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Preprocessing, Linear Algebra, Applied Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis, Statistics, Regression Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Model Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Hugging Face, Containerization, CI/CD, DevOps, Docker (Software), Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Machine Learning Software, Transfer Learning, Model Evaluation, GitHub
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Fractal Analytics
Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Model Deployment, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Regression Analysis, Decision Tree Learning, Feature Engineering, Data Preprocessing, Unsupervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Logistic Regression, Anomaly Detection, Classification Algorithms
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Modeling, R Programming, Data Analysis, Data Ethics, Statistical Methods, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Machine Learning, Logistic Regression, Statistical Inference, Model Evaluation, Probability Distribution, Linear Algebra, Calculus
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Probability Distribution, Probability, Statistics, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Complex Problem Solving, Business Process Modeling, Business Modeling, Risk Modeling, Financial Modeling, Data Modeling, Statistical Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Pivot Tables And Charts, Microsoft Excel, Dashboard, Data Presentation, Business Reporting, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Excel Formulas, Data Import/Export, Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Data Analysis, Timelines
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Python Programming, Text Mining, Artificial Intelligence, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Data Collection, Data Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Numerical Analysis, Geometry, Applied Mathematics, Algebra, Mathematical Modeling
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks