MCP courses can help you learn cloud architecture, network security, data management, and application development. You can build skills in troubleshooting, system integration, and optimizing cloud services for various business needs. Many courses introduce tools like Microsoft Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud Platform, demonstrating how these technologies support scalable solutions and enhance operational efficiency.

Anthropic
Skills you'll gain: Tool Calling, LLM Application, Prompt Engineering, Application Programming Interface (API), Program Development, Systems Architecture, Test Tools, Server Side, Development Testing, Debugging, Application Design, Document Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Fractal Analytics
Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, LLM Application, Generative AI Agents, Application Security, Software Architecture, Systems Architecture, Security Controls, Security Engineering, Interoperability, Agentic systems, Real Time Data, Artificial Intelligence, Network Protocols, Generative AI
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, LangChain, Tool Calling, LangGraph, Agentic systems, Multimodal Prompts, Generative AI, LLM Application, Generative AI Agents, Responsible AI, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Application Design, Application Deployment, Application Development, Large Language Modeling, UI Components, Semantic Web, Artificial Intelligence, Software Development
Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months
Skills you'll gain: Tool Calling, Real Time Data, Debugging, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), API Gateway, Servers, Agentic systems, Artificial Intelligence, Middleware, LLM Application, Server Side, Generative AI, Network Protocols, Software Architecture
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Email Automation, Business Process Automation, Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, Agentic systems, Tool Calling, Anthropic Claude, ChatGPT, Automation, Leadership, Responsible AI, Marketing Automation, Business Solutions, Solution Design, Multimodal Prompts, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Prompt Engineering, Technology Strategies, IT Automation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Anthropic
Skills you'll gain: Web Servers, File Management, Server Side
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Project Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Contingency Planning, Business Risk Management, Continuous Monitoring, Brainstorming, Performance Analysis, Communication Planning, Threat Management, Conflict Management, Estimation, Stakeholder Engagement, Operational Risk, Project Documentation, Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Management Reporting
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Scrimba
Skills you'll gain: Anthropic Claude, Integrated Development Environments, Tool Calling, Prompt Patterns, Application Development, Software Development Tools, Software Development, Generative AI, Automation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI Agents, Image Analysis, Agentic systems
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Project Management Life Cycle, Change Management, Organizational Structure, Project Management, Project Coordination, Organizational Change, Agile Methodology, Project Planning, Waterfall Methodology, Interpersonal Communications, Strategic Thinking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Agile Project Management, Sprint Retrospectives, Scaled Agile Framework, Agile Methodology, Emotional Intelligence, Team Management, Risk Management, Team Performance Management, User Story, Team Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Employee Coaching, Team Building, Stakeholder Engagement, Leadership, Backlogs, Kanban Principles, Conflict Management, Earned Value Management, Sprint Planning
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Stakeholder Management, Resource Allocation, Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Project Management Life Cycle, Kanban Principles, Change Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Organizational Change, Responsible AI, Organizational Strategy, Agile Project Management, Risk Management, Governance, Cost Management, Earned Value Management, Team Building, Project Management, Leadership
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Accountability, Executive Presence, Decision Making, Conflict Management, Business Ethics, Succession Planning, Risk Management, Organizational Structure, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Professional Networking, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Strategic Leadership, Business Relationship Management, Relationship Building, Culture Transformation, Business Strategy, Organizational Leadership, Engineering Management, Leadership
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Browse the Model Context Protocol (MCP) courses below—popular starting points on Coursera.
Yes, you can start learning MCP on Coursera for free by accessing the first module of many courses at no cost. This includes video lessons, readings, and even graded assignments—plus Coursera Coach support when available. If you want to keep learning, earn a certificate, or unlock the full course, you can upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎
The specific skills and knowledge you will gain depend on the course you enroll in, but some common skills include AI integration, context management, API design, connecting external tools, and multi-system application development.‎