Research courses can help you learn data collection techniques, statistical analysis, literature review methods, and experimental design. You can build skills in critical thinking, hypothesis testing, and effective communication of findings. Many courses introduce tools like SPSS, R, and Python for data analysis, as well as reference management software such as EndNote or Zotero, which support the organization and presentation of research projects.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Persona Development, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Customer Insights, Customer Data Management, Target Audience, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Planning, Consumer Behaviour, Market Analysis, Social Media, Product Knowledge, Research
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Higher Education, Social Studies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Education and Training, Public History, Human Learning, Curriculum Development, Social Justice, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Pedagogy, Governance, Cultural Diversity
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The University of Melbourne
Skills you'll gain: Art History, Diversity Awareness, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, World History, Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Università di Napoli Federico II
Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Political Sciences, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Diplomacy, World History, Research, Governance, Environmental Issue, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Economics, Climate Change Adaptation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

École normale supérieure
Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Physics, Simulations, Computational Logic, Numerical Analysis, Markov Model, Quantitative Research, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Integral Calculus
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

SkillUp
Skills you'll gain: Social Media Management, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Campaigns, Content Creation, Instagram, TikTok, Content Marketing, Content Performance Analysis, Growth Strategies, Calendar Management, Drive Engagement, Digital Marketing, Scheduling, Brand Awareness, Customer Engagement, Branding, Market Research, Data-Driven Decision-Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Engineering Analysis, Mechanics, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Regression Analysis, R Programming, Data Ethics, Research Design, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Data Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Probability & Statistics, Data Science, Quantitative Research, Machine Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Linear Algebra, Probability Distribution
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Manchester
Skills you'll gain: Sanitation, Water Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Environmental Policy, Socioeconomics, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Climate Change Adaptation, Economic Development, Public Health, Economics, Supply And Demand, Cost Estimation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Visualization (Computer Graphics), User Centered Design, Infographics, Statistical Visualization, User Experience Design, Usability, Data Storytelling, Human Computer Interaction, User Research, Usability Testing, Requirements Analysis, Prototyping, Design Elements And Principles
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Blockchain, Plan Execution, Business Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Case Studies, Market Analysis, Solution Design, Feasibility Studies, New Business Development, Business Modeling, Value Propositions, Business Strategy, Brainstorming, Market Research, Target Audience
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Google Sheets, Financial Analysis, Quantitative Research, Spreadsheet Software, Statistical Analysis, Statistics, Securities (Finance), Probability & Statistics
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours