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Applied Data Science Courses

Applied Data Science courses can help you learn data analysis, statistical modeling, machine learning, and data visualization techniques. You can build skills in data cleaning, exploratory data analysis, and predictive analytics to derive insights from complex datasets. Many courses introduce tools like Python, R, and SQL, along with libraries such as Pandas and Scikit-learn, that support implementing data-driven solutions and automating processes in real-world applications.

Popular Applied Data Science Courses and Certifications


  • M

    Michigan State University

    Photography Techniques: Light, Content, and Sharing

    Skills you'll gain: Photography, Photo Editing, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Peer Review, Digital Publishing, Web Presence, Creativity, Information Privacy, Web Design and Development

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.1K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Model Training & Evaluation

    Skills you'll gain: Model Training, Model Optimization, Statistical Machine Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Applied Machine Learning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of New Mexico

    Web Application Development: Basic Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Web Applications, Full-Stack Web Development, Git (Version Control System), Middleware, Web Development, Web Development Tools, Application Development, Software Architecture, User Interface (UI), Agile Software Development, Application Frameworks, Ajax, Agile Methodology, User Interface (UI) Design, Model View Controller, Databases, Database Management, Data Modeling, Ruby on Rails

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    185 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Financial Planning for Young Adults

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Planning, Investments, Budgeting, Risk Management, Goal Setting, Cash Management, Budget Management, Loans, Portfolio Risk, General Finance, Investment Management, Smart Goals, General Lending, Insurance, Financial Services, Financial Management, Credit Risk, Expense Management, Decision Making

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.4K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Requirements Engineering: Secure Software Specifications

    Skills you'll gain: Requirements Elicitation, Software Design Documents, Requirements Analysis, Mockups, Security Requirements Analysis, Interviewing Skills, User Requirements Documents, Systems Development Life Cycle, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Storyboarding, Functional Requirement, Goal Setting, Software Development Methodologies, Software Documentation, Diagram Design, Agile Methodology, Product Requirements, Unified Modeling Language, Risk Management Framework, Risking

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    857 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Transportation, Sustainable Buildings, Green Construction

    Skills you'll gain: Architectural Design, Sustainable Development, Building Codes, Community Development, Land Development, Public Works, Sustainable Architecture, Land Management, Building Design, Sustainable Design, Sustainable Technologies, Economic Development, Construction, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Policy, Policy Development, Health Equity, Policy Analysis, Case Studies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    235 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Intermediate Network Design and Redundancy

    Skills you'll gain: Network Planning And Design, Network Troubleshooting, Internet Of Things, Network Security, Network Engineering, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Network Infrastructure, Network Routers, TCP/IP, Network Routing, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Routing Protocols, System Configuration, Network Switches, Firewall, Enterprise Architecture, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Scalability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Managing Up

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Growth Mindedness, Proactivity, Team Building, Rapport Building, Relationship Management, Collaboration, Influencing, Leadership Development, Emotional Intelligence, Business Communication, Resource Utilization

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Codio

    Python Object Basics: Functions, Recursion, and Objects

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Computer Science

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    66 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of London

    Business and Marketing Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Operations, Process Design, Operational Excellence, Business Operations, Consumer Behaviour, International Finance, Marketing Planning, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Marketing, Business Ethics, Marketing, Social Sciences, International Relations, Culture, Data-Driven Marketing, Business, Sustainable Business

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    541 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Packt

    CISSP Certified Information Security Professional Exam Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Management, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management, Network Security, Identity and Access Management, Cybersecurity, Disaster Recovery, IT Security Architecture, Cryptography, OSI Models, Application Security, Cyber Security Policies, Infrastructure Security, Network Administration, Secure Coding, Personally Identifiable Information, Encryption, Security Testing, Information Technology, Software Development Tools

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Ingeniería de Tráfico

    Skills you'll gain: Traffic Flow Optimization, Civil Engineering, Control Systems, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Differential Equations, Simulations

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    456 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular applied data science courses

  • Photography Techniques: Light, Content, and Sharing: Michigan State University
  • Model Training & Evaluation: Coursera
  • Web Application Development: Basic Concepts: University of New Mexico
  • Financial Planning for Young Adults: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Requirements Engineering: Secure Software Specifications: University of Colorado System
  • Transportation, Sustainable Buildings, Green Construction: Johns Hopkins University
  • Intermediate Network Design and Redundancy: Packt
  • Professional Skills: Managing Up: Arizona State University
  • Python Object Basics: Functions, Recursion, and Objects: Codio
  • Business and Marketing Strategies: University of London

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