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Software Security Courses

Software security courses can help you learn secure coding practices, vulnerability assessment, threat modeling, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in risk analysis, penetration testing, and implementing security protocols across various software environments. Many courses introduce tools like static and dynamic analysis software, intrusion detection systems, and security frameworks, showing how these tools enhance your ability to protect applications from potential threats.

Popular Software Security Courses and Certifications


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    IBM

    Linux System Administration with IBM Power Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Linux Servers, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Linux, Operating System Administration, IBM Cloud, Linux Commands, Virtualization, Systems Administration, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Virtual Machines, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, System Monitoring, Software Installation, System Configuration, Private Cloud, Remote Access Systems, Package and Software Management

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    138 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    MS-102: Microsoft 365 Administrator

    Skills you'll gain: Azure Active Directory, Data Loss Prevention, Endpoint Security, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Security, Active Directory, Endpoint Detection and Response, Authentications, Multi-Factor Authentication, Data Security, User Provisioning, Security Controls, Threat Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Data Governance, Threat Detection, User Accounts

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    23 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Learn and design an attractive PowerPoint presentation

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentations, Multimedia, Productivity Software, Microsoft Office

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    134 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Publishing Visualizations in R with Shiny and flexdashboard

    Skills you'll gain: Shiny (R Package), Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Ggplot2, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, R (Software), Application Development, Data Sharing, UI Components, Application Deployment

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    72 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Knowledge Accelerators

    Data-Driven Decisions with Power BI

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Microsoft 365, Data Modeling, Data Sharing, Data Science, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    268 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Illinois Tech

    Marketing Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Global Marketing, Brand Management, Marketing, Brand Strategy, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Management, Brand Marketing, Branding, Customer Relationship Management, Marketing Planning, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Marketing Strategies, Digital Media Strategy, Customer Relationship Building, Customer Retention, Online Advertising, Digital Advertising, Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications, Marketing Channel

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    146 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to PhET Simulations for STEM Education

    Skills you'll gain: Instructional Strategies, Education Software and Technology, Mathematics Education, Teaching, Digital pedagogy, Simulations, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Simulation and Simulation Software, Research

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    93 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Amazon Web Services

    Skills and Best Practices for Cloud Support Associates

    Skills you'll gain: Root Cause Analysis, Customer Relationship Building, Customer Relationship Management, Relationship Management, Problem Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Cloud Management, Customer Support, Amazon Web Services, Technical Support and Services, Oral Expression, Customer and Client Support, Communication, Consultative Approaches, Technical Support, Cloud Services, Cloud Security, Automation, Collaboration, Incident Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    28 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Infosec

    Management

    Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Cyber Governance, IT Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Risk, Security Strategy, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Leadership and Management, Internal Communications, Leadership, Communication Planning, Performance Metric, Program Management, Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Corporate Communications, Stakeholder Communications

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    51 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Human Factors & Usability Engineering: Designing for Humans

    Skills you'll gain: Usability, Usability Testing, Problem Solving, Human Factors, Human Centered Design, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creativity, Creative Problem-Solving, Kinesiology, Sensory Systems Analysis, User Research, Decision Making, Display Devices, Human Computer Interaction, Human Learning, Exercise Science, Data Collection, Human Factors Engineering, Accident Prevention, Mitigation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    57 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of London

    International Business Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Business Planning, Organizational Structure, Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Financial Analysis, Customer Analysis, Business Strategy, Organizational Effectiveness, Business Strategies, Business Management, Target Market, Financial Planning, Consumer Behaviour, Cost Accounting, Management Accounting, Cash Flow Forecasting, Market Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    118 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Strategic management: Be competitive

    Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Customer Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Marketing, Growth Strategies, Corporate Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Business Planning, Market Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Market Opportunities, Value Propositions, Target Market, Organizational Effectiveness, Analysis, Innovation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    329 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software security courses

  • Linux System Administration with IBM Power Systems: IBM
  • MS-102: Microsoft 365 Administrator: Packt
  • Learn and design an attractive PowerPoint presentation: Coursera
  • Publishing Visualizations in R with Shiny and flexdashboard: Johns Hopkins University
  • Data-Driven Decisions with Power BI: Knowledge Accelerators
  • Marketing Strategy: Illinois Tech
  • Introduction to PhET Simulations for STEM Education: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Skills and Best Practices for Cloud Support Associates: Amazon Web Services
  • Management: Infosec
  • Human Factors & Usability Engineering: Designing for Humans: Arizona State University

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