Data collection courses can help you learn survey design, sampling techniques, data cleaning, and statistical analysis. You can build skills in qualitative and quantitative research methods, data visualization, and ethical considerations in data handling. Many courses introduce tools like Excel for data manipulation, R for statistical analysis, and software like Qualtrics for survey creation, showing how these skills are applied in real-world research settings.

University at Buffalo
Skills you'll gain: Model Based Systems Engineering, Peer Review, Programmable Logic Controllers, Systems Engineering, Product Lifecycle Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Controls, Performance Measurement, Collaborative Software, Control Systems, Continuous Monitoring, Anomaly Detection, Manufacturing and Production, Machine Controls, Incident Response, Digital Transformation, Cyber Attacks, Vulnerability Assessments, Cybersecurity, Manufacturing Operations
★ 4.6 (7.1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Fractal Analytics
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, HR Tech, Human Resources, AI Enablement, Information Privacy, Human Resource Policies, Personally Identifiable Information, Governance, AI Integrations, Employee Surveys, Interviewing Skills, Recruitment, Employee Onboarding, Employee Engagement, Talent Acquisition, Compliance Management, Diversity and Inclusion
★ 4.5 (24) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365, Data Analysis, Gross Profit, Business Mathematics
★ 4.6 (2.6K) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic
★ 4.9 (17) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Compliance Management, Risking, Lending and Underwriting, Consumer Lending, Commercial Lending, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Reporting, Compliance Auditing, Credit Risk, General Lending, Record Keeping, Financial Regulation, Bank Regulations, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Regulatory Requirements, Loans, Financial Regulations, Data Collection, Finance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Database Software, Database Management Systems, SQL, Database Theory, Relational Databases, Database Management, Databases, MySQL, Database Administration, Data Integrity, Query Languages, Data Manipulation
★ 4.7 (1.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google DeepMind
Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Generative AI Agents, AI Orchestration, LLM Application, Token Optimization, Agentic Workflows, AI Integrations, Google Cloud Platform, Tool Calling, Agentic systems, Generative Model Architectures, AI Security, Cloud Deployment, Prompt Engineering, Application Programming Interface (API), Serverless Computing, Application Deployment, Secure Coding, Data Structures, JSON
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Scrimba
Skills you'll gain: GitHub Copilot, Vibe coding, Model Context Protocol, GitHub, Code Review, AI Personalization, Prompt Patterns, Context Engineering, Prompt Engineering, Context Management, Agentic Workflows, Software Development, Web Development, Software Installation, Agentic systems
★ 4.6 (34) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Data Storage Technologies, Data Storage, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Generative Model Architectures, Enterprise Application Management, Data Management, Data Maintenance, System Configuration, Network Protocols, IT Infrastructure, Microsoft Teams, Cloud Computing, Firewall, Patch Management, Productivity Software, Security Controls, Help Desk Support, Debugging, Multi-Factor Authentication
★ 4.7 (1.6K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Authentications, Secure Coding, Microsoft Copilot, Data Security, ASP.NET, Encryption, Back-End Web Development, Data Encryption Standard, Authorization (Computing), Data Storage, Identity and Access Management, JSON, Application Security, Application Programming Interface (API), Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Fractal Analytics
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, AI Security, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Governance, Data Security, Governance, Diversity Awareness, Continuous Monitoring, Algorithms, Complex Problem Solving, Critical Thinking
★ 4.4 (24) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Smart Goals, Goal Setting, Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Negotiation, Professional Development, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Compensation and Benefits, Data Analysis, Web Presence, Recruitment, Data Literacy, Events and Conferences, Data Architecture, AI literacy, Relationship Building, Job Analysis
★ 4.6 (25) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months