Applied Data Science courses can help you learn data analysis, statistical modeling, machine learning, and data visualization techniques. You can build skills in data cleaning, exploratory data analysis, and predictive analytics to derive insights from complex datasets. Many courses introduce tools like Python, R, and SQL, along with libraries such as Pandas and Scikit-learn, that support implementing data-driven solutions and automating processes in real-world applications.

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Incident Response, Penetration Testing, Risk Analysis, Computer Security Incident Management, Metasploit, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Authentications, Security Testing, Cloud Security, Security Strategy, Threat Management, Endpoint Detection and Response, Incident Management, Risk Management, Cyber Attacks
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Star Schema, Data Warehousing, Looker (Software), Database Design, Analytics, Data Mart, Data Modeling, Business Intelligence, Data Integrity, Data Transformation, Performance Tuning, Data Storage, Performance Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Visual Storytelling, Prompt Engineering, AI powered creativity, Prompt Patterns, AI Workflows, Multimodal Prompts, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Video Production, Generative AI, Animations, Cinematography, Artificial Intelligence
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: User Story, User Interface (UI), User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Usability, UI/UX Strategy, Design Thinking, User Interface (UI) Design, User Experience Design, Mockups, User Experience, Wireframing, Usability Testing, Figma (Design Software), Application Design, AI literacy, Responsible AI
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Systems Analysis, Communication Systems, Verification And Validation, Computational Logic, Systems Design, Process Modeling, Data Modeling, Software Design, Theoretical Computer Science, Network Protocols
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Regression Analysis, Statistical Methods, Model Training, Data Visualization, Statistical Modeling, Plot (Graphics), Feature Engineering, Model Optimization, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, R Programming, Supervised Learning, Correlation Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Verification And Validation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Fine-tuning, Model Optimization, Generative AI, Application Deployment, AI Workflows, Generative Model Architectures, Model Training, AI Personalization, Image Quality, Performance Tuning, Data Preprocessing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, API Design, Amazon Web Services, Embedded Software, Cloud Computing Architecture, Application Programming Interface (API), Network Protocols, Microservices, Cloud Applications, Cloud Services, Communication Systems, Middleware, Cloud Platforms, Embedded Systems, Information Systems Security, Telecommunications, Cloud Technologies, Interoperability, Cybersecurity, Cloud-Based Integration
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative Model Architectures, Generative AI, LangChain, Software Design Patterns, Vector Databases, LLM Application, Embeddings, Large Language Modeling, AI Workflows, Model Evaluation, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Keras (Neural Network Library), Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Model Evaluation, Model Training, Natural Language Processing, Text Mining, Data Preprocessing, Deep Learning, Data Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Educational Materials, Instructional Design, Laboratory Experience, Constructive Feedback, Learning Strategies, Experimentation, Science and Research, Physics, Scientific Methods, Investigation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Climate Change Programs, Community Development, Climate Change Adaptation, Social Sciences, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Community and Social Work, Community Outreach, Leadership, Social Impact, Sustainable Development, Environmental Policy, Sustainable Systems, Collaboration, Governance, Professional Development, Innovation, Environmental Science, Personal Development, Data Collection
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months