IT courses can help you learn programming languages like Python and Java, database management, networking fundamentals, and cybersecurity principles. You can build skills in troubleshooting, system administration, and software development methodologies. Many courses introduce tools such as Git for version control, SQL for database queries, and cloud platforms like AWS or Azure, showing how these skills are applied in real-world IT environments.

IBM
Skills you'll gain: COBOL (Programming Language), Debugging, Program Development, Programming Principles, Development Testing, Software Testing, Computer Programming, Maintainability, Business Logic
★ 4.3 (68) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Data Presentation, Plot (Graphics), Data Storytelling, Tableau Software, Exploratory Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Data Analysis, Descriptive Analytics, Data Mapping
★ 3.9 (20) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The University of Tokyo
Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Grammar, Language Learning, Literacy, Materials science
★ 4.9 (26) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Knowledge Accelerators
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Policies, AI Security, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Risk, Email Security, Endpoint Security, Mobile Security, Remote Access Systems, Multi-Factor Authentication, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing
★ 4.9 (47) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft 365, Collaborative Software, Security Controls, Continuous Monitoring, Security Management, AI Integrations, AI Enablement, Threat Detection, Compliance Management, AI Security, Generative AI Agents, Workflow Management, Automation, Incident Response, Generative AI
★ 4.3 (15) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Santa Cruz
Skills you'll gain: R Programming, Statistical Programming, Statistical Modeling, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Software, Markov Model, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Sampling (Statistics), Probability Distribution, Numerical Analysis, Classification Algorithms
★ 4.5 (63) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Email Automation, Microsoft 365, Document Management, Workflow Management, Microsoft Power Platform, Business Process Automation, Productivity Software, Automation
★ 3.7 (41) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Unsupervised Learning, Data Science, Anomaly Detection, Data Manipulation, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Methods, Linear Algebra, Python Programming, Classification Algorithms
★ 4.6 (11) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Administration, File Systems, Remote Access Systems, Operating System Administration, Linux Commands, File Management, System Configuration, Unix, Software Installation, Command-Line Interface, Operating Systems, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Systems Administration, Authorization (Computing), Virtualization, Virtual Machines, Open Source Technology, VPN Clients, User Accounts
★ 4.8 (8) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The University of Notre Dame
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Analytics, Analytical Skills, Responsible AI, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Machine Learning, Business Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Information Privacy, Artificial Intelligence, Predictive Analytics, Social Justice, Case Studies
★ 4.6 (49) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Employee Onboarding, Rapport Building, Relationship Building, Strategic Planning, Planning, Teamwork, Goal Setting, Expectation Management, Contingency Planning, Professionalism, Adaptability, Communication, Business Writing
★ 4.6 (62) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Peripheral Devices, C (Programming Language), System Programming, Program Development, Hardware Architecture, Data Structures, Debugging, Development Environment, C and C++, Performance Tuning, Integrated Development Environments
★ 4.6 (49) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks