Data security courses can help you learn encryption techniques, risk assessment strategies, incident response planning, and compliance regulations. You can build skills in vulnerability management, threat detection, and secure coding practices. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and data loss prevention software, demonstrating how these skills are applied to protect sensitive information and maintain system integrity.

Coursera
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Entry, Productivity Software, Data Manipulation, Expense Management, Budgeting, Inventory Management System, Data Management, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Business Analysis
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Microsoft Copilot, Data Visualization Software, Data Storytelling, Data Modeling, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Microsoft Power Platform, Asset Management, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Microsoft 365, Data Cleansing, Data Import/Export, Data Quality
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Decision Tree Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Advanced Analytics, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Unsupervised Learning, Analytics, Random Forest Algorithm, Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Model Evaluation, Bayesian Network, Python Programming, Statistical Modeling, Classification Algorithms
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Business Leadership, Proposal Writing, Thought Leadership, Brainstorming, Artificial Intelligence, Risk Management Framework, Human Resource Strategy, Project Management Software, Business Transformation, Problem Solving, Decision Making
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Prompt Engineering, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Productivity Software, Workflow Management, AI Enablement, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Presentations, Generative AI, Identity and Access Management, Data Security
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Generative AI Agents, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Embeddings, Hugging Face, Transfer Learning, Data Pipelines, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Data Ethics, Data Preprocessing, Artificial Intelligence, Text Mining, Performance Tuning, Applied Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Detection, Event Monitoring, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Incident Management, Security Management, Continuous Monitoring, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Splunk, Network Analysis, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Query Languages
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Medical Imaging, Radiology, Research Design, Image Analysis, Experimentation, Neurology, Data Preprocessing, Science and Research, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Statistics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Media Planning, Social Media Marketing, Google Ads, Email Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Order Fulfillment, Social Media Management, Online Advertising, Search Engine Optimization, Performance Measurement, Spreadsheet Software, A/B Testing, Client Services, Campaign Management, E-Commerce, Loyalty Programs, Marketing, Interviewing Skills, Applicant Tracking Systems
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Continuous Integration, Jupyter, Package and Software Management, Resource Utilization, Virtual Environment
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks