Pen testing courses can help you learn vulnerability assessment, network security, and ethical hacking techniques. You can build skills in penetration testing methodologies, risk analysis, and incident response strategies. Many courses introduce tools like Metasploit, Wireshark, and Burp Suite, that support identifying and exploiting security weaknesses in systems and applications. By engaging with these tools, you can practice practical work that enhance your ability to secure networks and protect sensitive data.

Skills you'll gain: Gherkin (Scripting Language), Debugging, Integration Testing, Software Design Patterns, Test Data, Scripting, Web Development Tools, Data Structures, Automation, SQL, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), MySQL, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Generative AI, Computer Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Application Development, Development Environment
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Angular, OAuth, Test Driven Development (TDD), Cryptography, Data Validation, Unit Testing, Vue.JS, Data Security, Authentications, HTML and CSS, Encryption, Authorization (Computing), General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Web Applications, JavaScript Frameworks, Javascript, Security Strategy, Computer Programming
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Serverless Computing, Command-Line Interface, Maintainability, Amazon Web Services, Linux Commands, Unix Commands, Application Deployment, Software Development Tools, Program Development, System Programming, Python Programming, Performance Tuning, Debugging, Software Testing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidade de São Paulo
Skills you'll gain: Econometrics, Regression Analysis, Statistical Inference, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Economics, Mathematical Modeling, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of London
Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategies, International Finance, Market Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Global Marketing, Business Analysis, Product Strategy, Analysis, Business, Product Lifecycle Management, Market Share, Business Management, Organizational Strategy, Product Management, Growth Strategies, Case Studies, Cultural Diversity, Culture
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Process Control, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Systems Analysis, Electrical Systems, Mechanics, Systems Thinking, Applied Mathematics, Performance Testing, Basic Electrical Systems
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Dashboard, Forecasting, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Excel, Predictive Modeling, Workflow Management, UI Components, Visual Basic (Programming Language), User Interface (UI), Automation, Debugging, Scenario Testing, Programming Principles
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Data Analysis, Correlation Analysis, SAS (Software), Scatter Plots, Statistical Programming, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Plot (Graphics), Python Programming
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Human Centered Design, User Experience Design, User Research, Design Thinking, Design Research, Product Design, Prototyping, Qualitative Research, Innovation, User Feedback, Diversity and Inclusion, Ideation, Creativity, Needs Assessment, Product Testing, Interviewing Skills, Storytelling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidade Estadual de Campinas
Skills you'll gain: Pharmaceuticals, Preventative Care, Pharmacology, Chemistry, Laboratory Testing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Requirements Elicitation, Requirements Analysis, Mockups, Interviewing Skills, Storyboarding, Prototyping, Systems Analysis, User Requirements Documents, User Research, Stakeholder Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Scenario Testing, Information Architecture, Business Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks