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Ethical Hacking Courses

Ethical hacking courses can help you learn penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and risk management techniques. You can build skills in network security, incident response, and ethical guidelines for cybersecurity practices. Many courses introduce tools like Metasploit, Wireshark, and Nmap, that support identifying security weaknesses and testing defenses in real-time scenarios. By engaging with these tools, you’ll gain practical experience in protecting systems and understanding the mindset of potential attackers.

Popular Ethical Hacking Courses and Certifications


  • C

    Coursera

    Build and Execute an Organisational AI Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Plan Execution, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Governance, Corporate Strategy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Business Ethics, Regulatory Requirements, Innovation

    ★ 4.7 (1.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    Stanford University

    AI in Healthcare Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Health Informatics, Model Evaluation, Clinical Data Management, Healthcare Ethics, Model Training, Responsible AI, Model Optimization, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Collection, Applied Machine Learning, Health Information Management, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Data Ethics, Machine Learning Software, Machine Learning, Patient-centered Care, Artificial Intelligence, Fine-tuning, Performance Tuning

    ★ 4.7 (326) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    IBM

    Introduction to Digital Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Marketing, Digital Media Strategy, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Digital Analysis, Content Performance Analysis, Content Development and Management, Digital Advertising, Digital Marketing Tools, Data-Driven Marketing, Digital Content, Social Media Analytics, Growth Strategies, Social Media, Pay Per Click Advertising

    ★ 4.7 (88) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI: Enhance your Data Analytics Career

    Skills you'll gain: Analytics, Generative AI, Data Analysis, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Generative Model Architectures, Dashboard Creation, Interactive Data Visualization, Responsible AI, AI literacy, Data Synthesis, Data Literacy, Data Ethics, Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, Data Manipulation, Data Preprocessing, Prompt Patterns, Data Cleansing, Query Languages

    ★ 4.6 (187) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Computing, Ethics, and Society Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Security Awareness, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cybersecurity, Responsible AI, digital literacy, Information Privacy, Social Impact, AI Personalization, Media and Communications, Data Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Penetration Testing

    ★ 4.5 (26) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Strategic Communications in Technical Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Request for Proposal, Conflict Management, Presentations, Teamwork, Technical Communication, Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Communication Strategies, Organizational Strategy, Non-Verbal Communication, Proposal Writing, Business Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Intercultural Competence, Communication, Target Audience, Oral Expression, Leadership Studies, Team Collaboration, Strategic Thinking

    ★ 4.8 (84) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • M

    Michigan State University

    Gathering and Developing the News

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Journalism, Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Collection, Rapport Building, Media and Communications, Community Outreach, Electronic Media, Diversity Awareness

    ★ 4.7 (511) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Philosophy of Science

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Research, Experimentation, Research Methodologies, Data Collection, Peer Review, Public Affairs, Simulations, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    ★ 4.7 (258) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    Institute for the Future

    Collaborative Foresight: How to Game the Future

    Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Systems Thinking, Responsible AI, Strategic Thinking, Game Theory, Creative Problem-Solving, Creative Thinking, Collaboration, Interviewing Skills, Emerging Technologies, Ideation, Strategic Planning, Innovation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Business Ethics, Creativity, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence

    ★ 4.8 (312) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • D

    Duke University

    Advertising and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Advertising, Media and Communications, Advertising Campaigns, Online Advertising, Digital Advertising, Electronic Media, Culture, Marketing Psychology, Diversity Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    ★ 4.8 (987) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • S

    SkillUp

    AI SEO: Mastering Generative Engine Optimization (GEO)

    Skills you'll gain: Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), Content Performance Analysis, Search Engine Optimization, Content Optimization, Generative AI, Web Analytics and SEO, Keyword Research, Digital Marketing, Performance Measurement, Content Creation, Competitive Analysis, Semantic Web, Content Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Web Content, Content Marketing, Content Development and Management, Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Strategy

    ★ 4.7 (45) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Extraordinary Human Capital Management

    Skills you'll gain: Human Capital, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Organizational Change, Change Management, Talent Management, Human Relations Movement, Employee Relations, Human Resource Management, Labor Relations, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, HR Tech, Staff Management, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, People Analytics, Leadership, Communication

    ★ 4.7 (77) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular ethical hacking courses

  • Build and Execute an Organisational AI Strategy: Coursera
  • AI in Healthcare Capstone: Stanford University
  • Introduction to Digital Marketing: IBM
  • Generative AI: Enhance your Data Analytics Career: IBM
  • Computing, Ethics, and Society Foundations: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Strategic Communications in Technical Organizations: Johns Hopkins University
  • Gathering and Developing the News: Michigan State University
  • Philosophy of Science: University of Pennsylvania
  • Collaborative Foresight: How to Game the Future: Institute for the Future
  • Advertising and Society: Duke University

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