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Information Security Courses

Information security courses can help you learn risk assessment, network security protocols, encryption techniques, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in threat analysis, vulnerability management, and compliance with security regulations. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security information and event management (SIEM) software, demonstrating how these tools are applied to protect data and maintain system integrity.


Popular Information Security Courses and Certifications


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    University of Leeds

    An Introduction to Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cybersecurity, Data Security, Data Integrity

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    15 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Building Resilient Streaming Analytics Systems on GCP IT

    Skills you'll gain: Real Time Data, Google Cloud Platform, Data Pipelines, Big Data, Data Processing, Advanced Analytics, Performance Tuning, Data Storage Technologies, Data Transformation, Scalability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Emory University

    Consulting Approach to Problem Solving

    Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Consulting, Problem Solving, Management Consulting, Analytical Skills, Data Quality, Complex Problem Solving, Business Consulting, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Consultative Approaches, Project Scoping, Client Services

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    433 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    ANOVA and Experimental Design

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Research Design, Statistical Analysis, Data Ethics, Statistical Modeling, Data Science, Data Analysis, Quantitative Research, Regression Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Linear Algebra, Calculus

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    MathWorks

    Introduction to Image Processing

    Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Matlab, Computer Vision, Spatial Data Analysis, Digital Signal Processing, Geospatial Information and Technology, Quantitative Research, Algorithms

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    201 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Boost Productivity with Gemini in BigQuery - Português

    Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Applied Python Data Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, PySpark, Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Statistical Visualization, Site Reliability Engineering, Docker (Software), Databricks, Containerization, Interactive Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Plotly, Data Pipelines, Matplotlib, Kubernetes, Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Big Data, Data Science, Python Programming

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    111 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Software Engineering: Modeling Software Systems using UML

    Skills you'll gain: Requirements Analysis, Unified Modeling Language, Object Oriented Design, Functional Requirement, Data Modeling, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Systems Development Life Cycle, System Requirements, Diagram Design, Software Development, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Model Evaluation, Project Planning, Project Management

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    358 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    MedCerts

    Pharmacy Technician Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacy Experience, Pharmacology, Pharmacist Assistance, Pharmacy Information System, Medical Prescription, Pharmacy Operations, Pharmacy, Medication Dispensation, Drug Development, Medication Administration, Pharmaceutical Terminology, Medical Terminology

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    78 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SAS

    Data Literacy: Exploring and Visualizing Data

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Literacy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Presentation, SAS (Software), Data Storytelling, Trend Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Data Quality, Data Preprocessing, Analysis, Analytics, Interactive Data Visualization, Technical Communication, Data Ethics, Data Visualization Software, Analytical Skills, Data Cleansing

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Healthcare Data Quality and Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Data Quality, Data Validation, Data Management, Clinical Data Management, Health Information Management, Data Literacy, Medical Records, Metadata Management, Technical Communication, Change Control

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    147 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    28DIGITAL

    Introduction to Architecting Smart IoT Devices

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Unified Modeling Language, Embedded Systems, Internet Of Things, Software Development Life Cycle, Systems Architecture, Systems Design, Technical Design, Systems Engineering, Real-Time Operating Systems, Prototyping, Requirements Analysis

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    311 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • An Introduction to Cryptography: University of Leeds
  • Building Resilient Streaming Analytics Systems on GCP IT: Google Cloud
  • Consulting Approach to Problem Solving: Emory University
  • ANOVA and Experimental Design: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to Image Processing: MathWorks
  • Boost Productivity with Gemini in BigQuery - Português: Google Cloud
  • Applied Python Data Engineering: Duke University
  • Software Engineering: Modeling Software Systems using UML: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Pharmacy Technician Essentials: MedCerts
  • Data Literacy: Exploring and Visualizing Data: SAS

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