Research courses can help you learn data collection techniques, statistical analysis, literature review methods, and experimental design. You can build skills in critical thinking, hypothesis testing, and effective communication of findings. Many courses introduce tools like SPSS, R, and Python for data analysis, as well as reference management software such as EndNote or Zotero, which support the organization and presentation of research projects.

Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Fundraising, Resource Utilization, Community Development, Program Evaluation, Lifelong Learning, Strategic Decision-Making, Professional Networking, Social Media, Planning, Research
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Spreadsheet Software, Correlation Analysis, Google Sheets, Pivot Tables And Charts, Dashboard, Data Analysis, Data Storytelling, Tableau Software, Descriptive Statistics, Data Cleansing, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Statistical Analysis, SQL, Data Import/Export
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

National Academy of Sports Medicine
Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Nutritional Assessment, Sports Medicine, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Nutrition, Exercise Science, Scientific Methods, Health Assessment, Health And Wellness Coaching, Health Promotion, Athletic Training, Regulatory Compliance, Preventative Care, General Science and Research, Psychology, Life Sciences, Biotechnology
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Social Sciences, Sociology, Anthropology, Healthcare Ethics, Psychology, Laboratory Research, Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Research, Media and Communications, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity, Food and Beverage, Rehabilitation, Environmental Issue, Biology, Non-Verbal Communication, Nutrition and Diet, Sports Medicine
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, LLM Application, Prompt Patterns, Prompt Engineering, Agentic systems, Tool Calling, Large Language Modeling, Persona (User Experience), Business Logic, Application Programming Interface (API), Transaction Processing, Document Management, Coordinating, Persona Development, Coordination, Plan Execution, Data Sharing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Cape Town
Skills you'll gain: Writing, Culture, Liberal Arts, Editing, Cultural Diversity, Peer Review, Proofreading, Research, Sociology, Style Guides, Creativity, Learning Strategies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Social Justice, Research, Policy Analysis, Science and Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Discussion Facilitation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Research Design, Statistical Analysis, Data Ethics, Statistical Modeling, Data Science, Data Analysis, Quantitative Research, Regression Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Linear Algebra, Calculus
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Legal Proceedings, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct, International Relations, Case Studies
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months
The University of Hong Kong
Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Media and Communications, Research, Investigation, Electronic Media, Digital Communications, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Higher Education, Social Studies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Education and Training, Public History, Human Learning, Curriculum Development, Social Justice, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Pedagogy, Governance, Cultural Diversity
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Prompt Engineering, Customer Insights, Sales Strategy, Customer Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Sales Pipelines, Microsoft 365, Persona Development, Data Cleansing, Sales Management, Data Quality, Sales, Anomaly Detection, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Marketing Design, Marketing Automation, Customer experience improvement
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months