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.

Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Media Production, Responsible AI, Large Language Modeling, Data Ethics, Media Strategy, Journalism, Media and Communications, AI literacy, Media Planning, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI, Innovation, Digital Transformation, Marketing Communications, Digital Advertising, Marketing, Algorithms
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Decision Intelligence, AI Enablement, Technology Strategies, Business Leadership, Organizational Development, Data Strategy, Workforce Development, AI Product Strategy, Change Management, Data Architecture, Operational Excellence, Leadership Development, Cloud Development, Talent Management, Data Governance, Business, AI Workflows, Digital Assets
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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, Programming Principles, Servers, Application Frameworks, Algorithms, Performance Tuning, Performance Testing, Functional Design, Graph Theory
★ 4.6 (1.6K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Madecraft
Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Problem Solving, Root Cause Analysis, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Brainstorming, Strategic Thinking, Team Management, Creative Thinking, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Stress Management, Conflict Management, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Resilience, Productivity, Mindfulness, Active Listening, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Science and Research, Laboratory Research, Research Methodologies, Research, Consumer Behaviour, Sensory Systems Analysis, Influencing, Marketing Psychology, Case Studies, Persuasive Communication, Statistical Analysis, Psychological Evaluations, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Advertising, Behavioral Economics, Marketing Communications
★ 4.5 (45) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Copenhagen
Skills you'll gain: Endocrinology, Physiology, Preventative Care, Drug Development, Pharmacology, Chronic Diseases, Epidemiology, Immunology, Medical Science and Research, Patient Treatment, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Exercise Science, Precision Medicine, Pre-Clinical Development, Public Health, Pharmacotherapy, Biology, Biochemistry, Nutrition and Diet, Molecular Biology
★ 4.8 (751) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Georgia Institute of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Mechanical Design, Torque (Physics), Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics
★ 4.8 (1K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Oral Comprehension, Active Listening, Oral Expression, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Critical Thinking, Language Competency, Communication Strategies, Stress Management
★ 4.6 (300) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, LLM Application, Generative AI Agents, AI Workflows, AI Orchestration, Agentic Workflows, Large Language Modeling, Tool Calling, Agentic systems, Debugging, Quality Assurance, Model Evaluation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Diagnostic Tests, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Preventative Care, Program Evaluation, Health Assessment, Risk Analysis, Quantitative Research, Correlation Analysis, Health Policy, Research
★ 4.8 (804) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Research, Natural Language Processing, Big Data, Research Methodologies, AI literacy, Social Sciences, Applied Machine Learning, Responsible AI, Machine Learning, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Case Studies, Algorithms
★ 4.6 (742) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Google Analytics, Marketing Analytics, Pivot Tables And Charts, Looker (Software), Performance Reporting, Marketing Effectiveness, Tableau Software, Performance Measurement, Marketing Budgets, Power BI, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Content Marketing, Marketing Channel, Search Engine Optimization, Brand Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Generative AI, AI Enablement
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months