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Data Protection Courses

Data protection courses can help you learn data privacy regulations, risk assessment techniques, incident response strategies, and encryption methods. You can build skills in compliance management, data governance, and implementing security protocols to safeguard sensitive information. Many courses introduce tools like data loss prevention software, encryption tools, and privacy management platforms, showing how these skills are applied in practical work to protect personal and organizational data.


Popular Data Protection Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    Data Science Beyond the Basics (ML+DS)

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Model Evaluation, Supervised Learning, Generative Model Architectures, AWS SageMaker, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Unsupervised Learning, Data Preprocessing, Large Language Modeling, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, LLM Application, Applied Machine Learning, Deep Learning, A/B Testing, Transfer Learning, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Data Analysis, AWS CloudFormation, AI Personalization

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    24 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Tsinghua University

    Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Database Design, Query Languages, Performance Tuning, Computer Programming, Computer Science

    2.8
    Rating, 2.8 out of 5 stars
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    39 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Unilever

    Using Data Analytics in Supply Chain

    Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Data Storytelling, Presentations, Data Visualization, Supply Chain, Data Management, Supply Chain Management, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Quality, Analytical Skills, Data Cleansing, Data Collection, Google Sheets, Spreadsheet Software, Pivot Tables And Charts, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Validation, Risk Management, Problem Solving

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    86 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Data Processing with Azure

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Big Data, Data Processing, Analytics, Data Pipelines, Databricks, Apache Spark, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Data Integration, Data Warehousing, Extract, Transform, Load, Real Time Data, Data Transformation, Scheduling, Data Storage

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    67 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Starweaver

    Executive Communication & Data Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Active Listening, Non-Verbal Communication, Business Writing, Concision, Social Skills, Sales Strategy, Sales Presentations, Writing, Cultural Sensitivity, Persuasive Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Sales Training, Emotional Intelligence, Technical Writing, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Communication, Marketing Communications

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    27 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Wrangling Data in the Tidyverse

    Skills you'll gain: Data Wrangling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Data Cleansing, R Programming, Data Preprocessing, Statistical Programming, Text Mining

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Data Visualization & Storytelling in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Plotly, Data Presentation, Matplotlib, Interactive Data Visualization, Seaborn, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Scatter Plots

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Pennsylvania

    AI Strategy and Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, AI Enablement, AI Product Strategy, Data Governance, Business Strategies, Data Security, Governance, Business Transformation, Artificial Intelligence, Risking, Big Data, Innovation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    400 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Data Analyst Career Guide and Interview Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Data Analysis, Interviewing Skills, Business Writing, Verbal Communication Skills, Job Analysis, Presentations, Recruitment, Relationship Building, Market Research, Analytical Skills, Portfolio Management

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    758 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Huddersfield

    BSc Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Matplotlib, Computational Logic, Theoretical Computer Science, Graph Theory, Data Visualization Software, Algebra, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Logical Reasoning, Data Manipulation, Statistical Analysis, Data Structures, Data Science, Computer Science, Advanced Mathematics, Numerical Analysis, Applied Mathematics

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    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Big Data Processing Using Hadoop

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Hadoop, Big Data, Apache Hive, Apache Spark, NoSQL, Data Infrastructure, File Systems, Data Processing, Data Management, Analytics, Data Science, Databases, SQL, Query Languages, Data Manipulation, Java, Data Structures, Distributed Computing, Scripting Languages, Performance Tuning

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    CertNexus

    Address Business Issues with Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Business Priorities, Business Analysis, Case Studies, Stakeholder Management, Project Design, Business, Data Science, Business Process, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Literacy

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    30 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Data Science Beyond the Basics (ML+DS): Coursera
  • Data Structures and Algorithms: Tsinghua University
  • Using Data Analytics in Supply Chain: Unilever
  • Data Processing with Azure: LearnQuest
  • Executive Communication & Data Leadership: Starweaver
  • Wrangling Data in the Tidyverse: Johns Hopkins University
  • Data Visualization & Storytelling in Python: Coursera
  • AI Strategy and Governance: University of Pennsylvania
  • Data Analyst Career Guide and Interview Preparation: IBM
  • BSc Data Science: University of Huddersfield

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