Back end courses can help you learn server-side programming, database management, API development, and cloud computing. You can build skills in data modeling, performance optimization, and security practices. Many courses introduce tools like Node.js, Express, and SQL databases, along with methods for integrating third-party services and managing user authentication.

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Problem Solving, Brainstorming, Critical Thinking, Independent Thinking, Constructive Feedback, Decision Making, Analysis, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Collaboration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
Skills you'll gain: Payroll Tax, Payroll, Payroll Systems, Payroll Processing, Payroll Administration, Payroll Reporting, Tax Compliance, Tax Management, Labor Compliance, Tax Returns, Tax Preparation, Compensation Management, Non-Profit Accounting, Data Entry, Income Tax, Workforce Management, Customer Service, Benefits Administration, Labor Law, Data Analysis
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Certified Public Accountant, Labor Law, Commercial Laws, Labor Relations, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Bankruptcies, Employee Relations, Regulatory Compliance, Labor Compliance, Public Accounting, Organizational Structure, Business, Contract Compliance, Contract Management, Accounting, Sales, Loans
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Intellectual Property, Value Propositions, Financial Statement Analysis, Business Planning, Design Thinking, Ideation, Innovation, Income Statement, Entrepreneurship, Self-Starter, Customer Acquisition Management, Business Modeling, Product Development, Balance Sheet, Market Opportunities, New Product Development, Verification And Validation, Milestones (Project Management), Leadership
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Event Management, Blogs, Web Presence, Content Management, Photo Editing, Editing, Writing and Editing, Web Design, Digital Publishing, Web Design and Development, No-Code Development, User Accounts, Brand Management, Drive Engagement, Digital Marketing, Public Relations
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Software Design, Object Oriented Design, Diagram Design, Image Analysis, Python Programming, Jupyter, Software Engineering, Application Programming Interface (API), Computer Vision
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: Design Elements And Principles, Photography, Photo Editing, Design, Image Quality, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Post-Production, File Management, Visual Storytelling
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Microsoft Excel, Dashboard Creation, Data Storytelling, Spreadsheet Software, Data Wrangling, Data Sharing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Applicant Tracking Systems, Professional Development, Graphic Design, Keyword Research, Content Optimization, Business Writing, Recruitment, Data Visualization
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Grammar, Oral Comprehension, Language Competency, Literacy, Cultural Diversity, Language Learning, Vocabulary, Culture
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Berklee
Skills you'll gain: File Management, Music Performance, Performing Arts, Musical Composition, Music, Automation, Media Production, Editing, Creativity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Medical Records, Healthcare Ethics, Medical Office Procedures, Electronic Medical Record System, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Conflict Management, Health Information Management, Patient Communication, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Electronic Medical Record, Patient Coordination, Cultural Responsiveness, Intercultural Competence, Patient Registration, Medical History Documentation, Care Coordination, Patient-centered Care, Cultural Diversity, Professionalism
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months