Data security courses can help you learn encryption techniques, risk assessment strategies, incident response planning, and compliance regulations. You can build skills in vulnerability management, threat detection, and secure coding practices. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and data loss prevention software, demonstrating how these skills are applied to protect sensitive information and maintain system integrity.

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

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Transfer Learning, Data Preprocessing, Hugging Face, Model Evaluation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Verification And Validation, Computer Architecture, Systems Design, Algorithms, Computer Engineering, Mathematical Software, Design Software, Computer Programming Tools, Debugging, Digital Design, Software Development Tools
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Algorithms, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Model Evaluation, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization, Data Preprocessing, Logistic Regression, Predictive Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Supervised Learning, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Classification Algorithms, Data Science, Python Programming
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Software Design Patterns, Software Design, Software Quality Assurance, Software Engineering, Program Development, Application Security, Object Oriented Design, Software Architecture, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Development Testing, Threat Modeling, Maintainability, Development Environment, Code Review, Application Deployment, Continuous Deployment, Quality Assurance, Security Requirements Analysis, Continuous Delivery, Software Testing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Model Evaluation, Python Programming, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Deep Learning, Plot (Graphics), Artificial Neural Networks
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Policies, Data Ethics, Computer Security, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Enablement, Technical Communication, Artificial Intelligence, Information Architecture, User Interface (UI)
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Business Reporting, Data Visualization, Excel Macros, Dashboard, Forecasting, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Predictive Modeling, Data Validation, Productivity Software, Data Entry, Data Management, Financial Modeling, Data Security, Data Integrity, Computer Literacy
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Anomaly Detection, Convolutional Neural Networks, Machine Learning, Supply Chain, Deep Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Random Forest Algorithm, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Neural Networks, Customer Demand Planning, Forecasting, Unsupervised Learning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Minitab, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, Statistical Process Controls, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Process Improvement, Waste Minimization, Project Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Brainstorming, Process Mapping, Quality Assessment, Customer Insights, Sampling (Statistics), Data Collection
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months