Network security courses can help you learn about firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols. You can build skills in risk assessment, incident response, and vulnerability management. Many courses introduce tools like Wireshark for network analysis, Nessus for vulnerability scanning, and various security information and event management (SIEM) systems, showing how these skills are applied in practical work to protect networks from cyber threats.

University of California, Santa Cruz
Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Technical Communication, Data Presentation, Statistical Reporting, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Programming, Data Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, R (Software), Markov Model, Statistical Methods, Statistical Inference, Sampling (Statistics), Simulations, Model Evaluation, Probability Distribution
★ 4.5 (10) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, Power BI, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Governance, Data Modeling, Data Transformation, Model Optimization, Data Management, Data Manipulation, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Data Security, Data Cleansing, Performance Tuning
★ 4.6 (7) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Cybersecurity, Malware Protection, Penetration Testing, Cyber Security Assessment, Threat Detection, Threat Management, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cyber Attacks, Exploitation techniques, Mobile Security, Information Systems Security, Computer Security, Network Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Human Factors (Security), Cloud Security, Persistence
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, LLM Application, Generative Model Architectures, Model Deployment, Fine-tuning, Model Optimization, Model Training, Natural Language Processing, Prompt Engineering, Deep Learning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Model Evaluation, Data Cleansing, Machine Learning, Data Quality
★ 4.1 (8) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Professional Networking, Business Relationship Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Relationship Building, Business Strategy, Stakeholder Communications, Leadership, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Strategic Partnership, Strategic Leadership, Engineering Management, Rapport Building, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Competitive Analysis, Mentorship, Innovation
★ 4.4 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Public History, Social Justice, Legal Research, European History, Social Sciences, Culture, World History, Research, Sociology, International Relations, Policy Analysis, Qualitative Research, Demography, Economics, Political Sciences, Journalism, Media and Communications
★ 5 (23) · Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Virtual Networking, Cloud Deployment, Application Deployment, Network Security
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Hardening, Performance Tuning, Systems Analysis, Virtual Environment, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Operating System Administration, Memory Management, End User Training and Support, Help Desk Support, Debugging, Service Management, User Accounts, OS Process Management, Scripting, Record Keeping, Cloud Deployment
★ 4.3 (12) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of the Arts London
Skills you'll gain: AI powered creativity, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Artificial Intelligence, Model Training, Creativity, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI literacy, Creative Thinking, Generative AI, Artificial Neural Networks, Responsible AI, Creative Problem-Solving, Creative Design, Data Ethics, Critical Thinking
★ 4.4 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Instagram, Social Media Content, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Organizational Skills, Marketing Design, Collaborative Software, Social Media Strategy, Creative Design, Design Elements And Principles, Shared Media, Typography, Color Theory, Business Strategy
★ 4.5 (12) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: AutoCAD Civil 3D, Autodesk Revit, Autodesk, Grading (Landscape), AutoCAD, Drafting and Engineering Design, Network Model, Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Design and Product, Data Management
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Shell Script, Unix Commands, Operating System Administration, Systems Administration, System Programming, File I/O, Peripheral Devices, Data Management, Software Development, Process Management, Computer Security
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months