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.

University of Geneva
Skills you'll gain: Analysis, Data Synthesis, Data Compilation, Data Literacy, Analytical Skills, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Correlation Analysis, Statistical Methods, International Relations, Statistics, Economics, Market Opportunities, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Social Studies, Data Quality, Data Transformation, Job Analysis, Human Development
★ 4.6 (50) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Quality Improvement, Organizational Change, Lean Methodologies, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Process Improvement and Optimization, Lean Manufacturing, Organizational Leadership, Quality Management, Process Analysis, Process Improvement, Correlation Analysis, Project Scoping, Kaizen Methodology, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Root Cause Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Quality Monitoring
★ 5 (75) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Curiosity, Lean Methodologies, Design Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Commercialization, Innovation, Persona Development, Problem Solving, Customer Analysis, Presentations, Target Audience, Creative Problem-Solving, Proposal Development, Customer Insights, Market Opportunities, Technology Solutions, Team Oriented, Market Research, Technology Strategies, User Feedback
★ 4.8 (82) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Columbia University
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Econometrics, Mediation, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Research Design
★ 3.3 (15) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Hydrology, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Water Resource Management, Land Management, Natural Resource Management, Water Resources, Environmental Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Water Quality, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Science, Adaptability, Biology, Research Reports, Environment, Geospatial Information and Technology, Technical Documentation, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Laws
★ 4.9 (17) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Environmental Monitoring, Hydrology, Cultural Responsiveness, Community Outreach, Water Resource Management, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Water Resources, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Land Management, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Cultural Sensitivity, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Laws, Natural Resource Management, Water Quality, Climate Change Adaptation
★ 4.9 (19) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Community Development, Governance, Land Management, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Systems Thinking, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Administration, Information Technology, Economic Development, Socioeconomics, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Financial Policy, Social Impact, Digital Transformation, Technology Strategies, Stakeholder Engagement, Case Studies
★ 4.7 (185) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

HubSpot Academy
Skills you'll gain: Sales Enablement, Prospecting and Qualification, Sales Strategy, Sales Operations, Sales, Sales Process, Customer Success Management, Content Marketing, Target Audience, Customer Retention, Content Strategy, Persona Development, Customer Engagement, Customer Insights, Content Creation, Goal Setting, Meeting Facilitation, Service Level Agreement, Writing, Business Writing
★ 3.1 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Culture, Economic Development, Sociology, Sustainable Development, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, World History, Economics, Demography, Political Sciences, Public Policies, European History, Internet Of Things, Governance, Research Methodologies
★ 4.7 (85) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Embeddings, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Feature Engineering, Artificial Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Network Model, Model Training, Computer Vision
★ 4.7 (49) · Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Product Development, Product Design, Design Thinking, Persona Development, Innovation, Conceptual Design, Prototyping, Market Research, Design and Product, Ideation, Agile Product Development, Target Market, Target Audience, Customer Analysis, Product Requirements, Wireframing, Market Opportunities, Market Analysis, Customer Insights
★ 4.8 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Business Economics, Market Dynamics, Economics, Game Theory, Supply And Demand, Cost Accounting, Operating Cost, Cost Benefit Analysis, Public Policies, Market Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Budgeting, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making
★ 4.9 (37) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months