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Automation Courses

Automation courses can help you learn process optimization, workflow design, and robotic process automation (RPA). You can build skills in scripting, system integration, and data analysis to streamline operations. Many courses introduce tools like UiPath, Automation Anywhere, and Zapier, that support implementing automation solutions and enhancing productivity across various industries.


Popular Automation Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    Automating Sales Tasks with Zapier

    Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Google Sheets, Automation, Business Process Automation, Productivity Software, Gmail, Workflow Management, Sales Support, Operations Management, Order Fulfillment

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Automate Doc Review Process with SharePoint & Power Automate

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Microsoft 365, Document Management, Workflow Management, Microsoft Power Platform, Business Process Automation, Productivity Software, Automation, Intranet

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Simplilearn

    AI-Powered Software Development Certification

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Personalization, Generative AI, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Legal Risk, Requirements Analysis, Test Tools, Software Testing, Security Testing, ChatGPT, Risk Analysis, Sprint Planning, Software Development Tools, Software Development Life Cycle, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Automation, Software Documentation, Artificial Intelligence, Software Architecture, Software Development Methodologies

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Infosec

    Python for Command-and-control, Exfiltration and Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Cyber Operations, Threat Detection, Exploit development, Cybersecurity, Scripting, IT Automation, Command-Line Interface, Python Programming, Encryption, Network Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Knowledge Accelerators

    Microsoft Copilot in Excel: Smarter Data Analysis Made Easy

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Dashboard, Excel Macros, Microsoft 365, Pivot Tables And Charts, Productivity Software, Data Visualization, Generative AI Agents, Data Analysis, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Workflow Management, Productivity, Data Cleansing, Automation, Customer Data Management, Data Management, Leadership Development

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Introduction to Generative AI in Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Fraud detection, AI Personalization, Predictive Analytics, Financial Services, Financial Modeling, Financial Reporting, FinTech, Compliance Management, Artificial Intelligence, Risk Analysis, Emerging Technologies, Banking, Investment Management, Automation

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    AI for Lawyers and Other Advocates

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Delegation Skills, Legal Technology, Critical Thinking, Time Management, Law Practice Management Software, Artificial Intelligence, Email Automation, Leadership Development, Legal Risk, Lifelong Learning, Professional Development, Adaptability, Risk Analysis, Leadership, Creativity, ChatGPT, Writing and Editing, Generative AI, Communication

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Generative AI: Labor and the Future of Work

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Automation, Human Resources, Workforce Management, Artificial Intelligence, Workforce Planning, Socioeconomics, Data Ethics, Leadership and Management, Change Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    Introduction to Automotive Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Electronic Systems, Cybersecurity, Automation, Electronics, Sustainable Technologies, Control Systems, Internet Of Things, Software Development, Systems Integration, Reliability, Artificial Intelligence

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Foundations of Autonomous Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Mathematical Modeling, Theoretical Computer Science, Verification And Validation, System Requirements, Automation, Software Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Analysis, Systems Engineering, Agentic systems, Applied Mathematics, Control Systems, System Design and Implementation, Simulations, Differential Equations, Computer Science, Hardware Architecture, Artificial Intelligence, Algorithms

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Perspectivas en Transformación Digital: Agronegocios

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Business Technologies, Technology Strategies, Sustainability Standards, Sustainable Business, Benchmarking, Process Improvement, Automation, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Operational Efficiency, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Market Trend, Data-Driven Decision-Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de Chile

    ¿Cómo (nos) cambia la Tecnología?

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Economic Development, Sociology, Culture, Social Sciences, Liberal Arts, Technology Strategies, Cultural Diversity, Automation, Data Ethics, Socioeconomics, Political Sciences, Technical Communication, Emerging Technologies, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Storytelling

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular automation courses

  • Automating Sales Tasks with Zapier: Coursera
  • Automate Doc Review Process with SharePoint & Power Automate: Coursera
  • AI-Powered Software Development Certification: Simplilearn
  • Python for Command-and-control, Exfiltration and Impact: Infosec
  • Microsoft Copilot in Excel: Smarter Data Analysis Made Easy: Knowledge Accelerators
  • Introduction to Generative AI in Finance: Coursera
  • AI for Lawyers and Other Advocates: University of Michigan
  • Generative AI: Labor and the Future of Work: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to Automotive Embedded Systems: Starweaver
  • Foundations of Autonomous Systems: University of Colorado Boulder

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