Data visualization courses can help you learn how to create compelling charts, graphs, and dashboards, along with understanding data storytelling and visual design principles. You can build skills in interpreting data trends, selecting appropriate visual formats, and conveying insights effectively to diverse audiences. Many courses introduce tools like Tableau, Power BI, and D3.js, that support transforming raw data into visual narratives and making data-driven decisions in various fields.

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Apache Kafka, Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Event-Driven Programming, Distributed Computing, Java Programming, Dataflow, Java, OS Process Management, Scala Programming, Data Structures, System Programming, Programming Principles, Servers, Application Frameworks, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Performance Tuning, Computer Science, Functional Design
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Journalism, Media and Communications, Multimedia, Driving engagement, Electronic Media, Report Writing, Research Reports, Investigation, Research, Storytelling, Peer Review, Content Creation, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, Community Outreach, Ethical Standards And Conduct, International Relations, Data Collection, Rapport Building, Writing
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Network Model, Database Design, Big Data, Graphing, Apache Spark, Network Analysis, Analytics, Data Store, Data Management, Query Languages, Computing Platforms, Scalability, Distributed Computing, Algorithms
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Stored Procedure, NoSQL, Database Design, Database Architecture and Administration, SQL, Database Systems, Relational Databases, Cloud Applications, Database Theory, PostgreSQL, Database Management Systems, Data Store, Databases, Data Modeling, JSON, Database Software, Database Application, Database Management, Query Languages, Natural Language Processing
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Data Entry, Data Analysis Software, Microsoft Office, Spreadsheet Software, Data Manipulation, User Interface (UI)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, AI Enablement, LLM Application, Responsible AI, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Plan Execution, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Leadership, AI Product Strategy, Market Research, Business Leadership, Trend Analysis, AI literacy, Real Time Data, Governance, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Team Management, Data Analysis
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Scatter Plots, Strategic Decision-Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Design Thinking, Change Management, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Organizational Change, Conflict Management, Data Literacy, Performance Measurement, Systems Thinking, Healthcare Project Management, Data Visualization, Change Control, Solution Design, Health Systems, Data Analysis, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Risk Analysis, Data Presentation, Safety Assurance, Quality Improvement
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Bioinformatics, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Data Structures
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Queen Mary University of London
Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Proposal Development, Market Research, Research Reports, Data Collection, Research Design, Surveys, Research Methodologies, Analytics, Proposal Writing, Data Analysis, Digital Brand Strategy, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Survey Creation, Digital Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Business Research, Report Writing, Science and Research
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Northwestern University
Skills you'll gain: Social Media Analytics, Real Time Data, Social Media Content, Data Collection, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Big Data, Marketing Analytics, Crisis Management, Data-Driven Marketing, Analytics, Social Media Strategy, Content Strategy, Text Mining, Data-Driven Decision-Making
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Princeton University
Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Computer Science, Computer Architecture, Algorithms, Hardware Architecture, Computational Logic, Computer Hardware, Java, Scalability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months