• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Degrees
​
Log In
Join for Free
  • Browse
  • Big Data

Big Data Courses

Big Data courses can help you learn data analysis, data visualization, statistical modeling, and data mining techniques. You can build skills in interpreting large datasets, designing data-driven strategies, and utilizing machine learning algorithms. Many courses introduce tools like Hadoop, Spark, and Tableau, that support processing vast amounts of information and presenting insights effectively. Additionally, you may explore topics such as data warehousing, predictive analytics, and the ethical implications of data usage.

Popular Big Data Courses and Certifications


  • G

    Google Cloud

    Data Engineer, Big Data and ML on Google Cloud en Français

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Dataflow, Data Pipelines, Real Time Data, Google Cloud Platform, Data Lakes, Dashboard Creation, Data Governance, PySpark, Data Management, Tensorflow, Metadata Management, Apache Spark, Dashboard, Data Warehousing, Apache Kafka, Data Import/Export, Data Processing, Extract, Transform, Load, Unstructured Data

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    58 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Big Data - Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Data Processing, Big Data, Apache Spark, Splunk, Data Analysis, Unstructured Data, Analytics, Data Wrangling, Data Infrastructure, Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Classification Algorithms

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    400 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Alibaba Cloud Academy

    Big Data Analytical Platform on Alibaba Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization Software, Big Data, Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, Apache Hive, Distributed Computing, Data Infrastructure, Data Pipelines, Data Processing, Data Warehousing, Data Analysis, Data Integration, Cloud Security, Cloud Technologies, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), SQL

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    52 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Apache Spark: Apply & Evaluate Big Data Workflows

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Data Persistence, Big Data, Data Processing, Distributed Computing, Data Import/Export, JSON, Data Transformation, Performance Tuning

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Hadoop Projects: Analyze & Optimize Big Data

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Hadoop, Apache Hive, Big Data, Database Design, Data Processing, Distributed Computing, Scalability, Data Pipelines, Query Languages, Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Data Management, Analytics, Data Preprocessing, Ad Hoc Reporting, Data Analysis

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Hadoop Projects: Analyze Big Data with Hive & Pig

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Hadoop, Apache Hive, Big Data, Data Integration, Data Processing, Enterprise Application Management, Performance Tuning, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Distributed Computing, Data Import/Export, SQL, Analysis, Data Transformation, Program Development

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Bioinformatics Capstone: Big Data in Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Precision Medicine, Structural Analysis

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    29 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Data Management with Databricks: Big Data with Delta Lakes

    Skills you'll gain: Databricks, Data Lakes, Data Pipelines, Data Integration, JSON, Dashboard, SQL, Data Manipulation, Apache Spark, Dashboard Creation, Data Management, Data Transformation, Version Control

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    ·
    32 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Data Engineer, Big Data and ML on Google Cloud em Português

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Real Time Data, Google Cloud Platform, Data Pipelines, Dataflow, Dashboard Creation, Data Preprocessing, Data Import/Export, Big Data, Data Governance, Tensorflow, Feature Engineering, Data Lakes, Dashboard, Data Warehousing, Apache Spark, Metadata Management, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Migration, Unstructured Data

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    126 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Real-Time Big Data Access using HBase: Boosting Performance

    Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Real Time Data, Query Languages, Scalability, Database Design, Application Deployment, Data Infrastructure, Big Data, Data Access, Data Manipulation, Performance Tuning, Data Modeling, Distributed Computing, Data Storage Technologies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Introducción a Azure Data Factory para Big Data

    Skills you'll gain: Data Pipelines, Big Data, Microsoft Azure, Data Processing, Data Integration, Cloud Management, Cloud Services

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    21 reviews

    Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Mejores prácticas para el procesamiento de datos en Big Data

    Skills you'll gain: Databricks, Real Time Data, PySpark, Apache Hive, Apache Spark, Big Data, Data Processing, SQL, Data Manipulation, Pandas (Python Package)

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    43 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

1…789…834

In summary, here are 10 of our most popular Big Data courses

  • Data Engineer, Big Data and ML on Google Cloud en Français: Google Cloud
  • Big Data - Capstone Project: University of California San Diego
  • Big Data Analytical Platform on Alibaba Cloud : Alibaba Cloud Academy
  • Apache Spark: Apply & Evaluate Big Data Workflows: EDUCBA
  • Hadoop Projects: Analyze & Optimize Big Data: EDUCBA
  • Hadoop Projects: Analyze Big Data with Hive & Pig: EDUCBA
  • Bioinformatics Capstone: Big Data in Biology: University of California San Diego
  • Data Management with Databricks: Big Data with Delta Lakes: Coursera
  • Data Engineer, Big Data and ML on Google Cloud em Português: Google Cloud
  • Real-Time Big Data Access using HBase: Boosting Performance: LearnQuest

Other topics to explore

Arts and Humanities
338 courses
Business
1095 courses
Computer Science
668 courses
Data Science
425 courses
Information Technology
145 courses
Health
471 courses
Math and Logic
70 courses
Personal Development
137 courses
Physical Science and Engineering
413 courses
Social Sciences
401 courses
Language Learning
150 courses

Coursera Footer

Skills

  • Accounting
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • Human Resources (HR)
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Project Management
  • Python
  • SQL

Professional Certificates

  • Google AI Certificate
  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
  • Google Data Analytics Certificate
  • Google IT Support Certificate
  • Google Project Management Certificate
  • Google UX Design Certificate
  • IBM AI Engineering Certificate
  • IBM AI Product Manager Certificate
  • IBM Data Science Certificate
  • Intuit Academy Bookkeeping Certificate

Courses & Specializations

  • AI Essentials Specialization
  • AI For Business Specialization
  • AI For Everyone Course
  • AI in Healthcare Specialization
  • Deep Learning Specialization
  • Excel Skills for Business Specialization
  • Financial Markets Course
  • Machine Learning Specialization
  • Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT Course
  • Python for Everybody Specialization

Career Resources

  • Career Aptitude Test
  • CAPM Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA A+ Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA Security+ Certification Requirements
  • Essential IT Certifications
  • High-Income Skills to Learn
  • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
  • PMP Certification Requirements
  • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
  • Share your Coursera learning story

Coursera

  • About
  • What We Offer
  • Leadership
  • Careers
  • Catalog
  • Coursera Plus
  • Professional Certificates
  • MasterTrack® Certificates
  • Degrees
  • For Enterprise
  • For Government
  • For Campus
  • Become a Partner
  • Social Impact
  • Free Courses
  • Udemy

Community

  • Learners
  • Partners
  • Beta Testers
  • Blog
  • The Coursera Podcast
  • Tech Blog

More

  • Press
  • Investors
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Help
  • Accessibility
  • Contact
  • Articles
  • Directory
  • Affiliates
  • Modern Slavery Statement
  • Do Not Sell/Share
Learn Anywhere
Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play
Logo of Certified B Corporation
© 2026 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Coursera Facebook
  • Coursera Linkedin
  • Coursera Twitter
  • Coursera YouTube
  • Coursera Instagram
  • Coursera TikTok