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.

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Database Management, Data Security, Relational Databases, Disaster Recovery, Data Storage Technologies, Cloud Management, System Monitoring, Data Storage, Data Management, Event Monitoring, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Encryption
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, C++ (Programming Language), C and C++, Data Structures, File Management, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Data Storage
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Scrum (Software Development), System Programming, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Software Testing, Agile Software Development, Linux, Linux Administration, Shell Script, Docker (Software), Git (Version Control System), Linux Commands, Bash (Scripting Language), Operating Systems, C++ (Programming Language), File Systems, OS Process Management, Debugging, Internet Of Things
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Marketing, Paid media, Digital Media Strategy, Online Advertising, Campaign Management, Search Engine Marketing, Digital Marketing, Pay Per Click Advertising, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Owned Media, Marketing Planning, Earned Media, Content Marketing, Marketing Design, Analytics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Requirements Management, Robotic Process Automation, Requirements Elicitation, Business Process Automation, Requirements Analysis, User Requirements Documents, Business Requirements, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Analysis, Automation, Business Process, Process Analysis, Stakeholder Communications, Project Scoping, Process Mapping, Business Strategy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Mathematical Modeling, Operations Research, Combinatorics, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Geometry, Data Structures
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Incident Response, Cyber Security Policies, Secure Coding, Cybersecurity, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Threat Modeling, Application Security, ISO/IEC 27001, Cyber Governance, Data Security, Malware Protection, Penetration Testing, Security Controls, Threat Detection
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, Generative AI Agents, Data Integration, Business Solutions, Customer experience strategy (CX), Strategic Thinking, Data Strategy, Business Planning, Innovation, Performance Measurement, Business Analysis, Solution Design, Data Quality, Artificial Intelligence, Business Strategies, Business Transformation, Prompt Engineering, Business Process Management, Decision Making
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Concision, Grant Writing, Sample Size Determination, Grant Applications, Proposal Writing, Biostatistics, Writing, Clinical Research Ethics, Editing, Statistical Analysis, Healthcare Ethics, Data Analysis, Clinical Research, Statistical Methods, Statistical Reporting, Medical Science and Research, Research Design, Literacy, Planning, Science and Research
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Case Studies, Program Development, Scripting, Data Processing, Automation, Statistical Programming, Data Manipulation, Debugging, Data Validation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Product Strategy, Generative AI, Strategic Thinking, Data Ethics, Large Language Modeling, Business Strategy, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Growth Strategies, Business Planning, Legal Risk, Organizational Change, Operational Risk, Customer experience strategy (CX), Business Ethics, Technology Strategies, Generative AI Agents, Business Leadership, Business Transformation, Stakeholder Communications
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Data Visualization, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Analysis, NumPy, Package and Software Management, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Visualization Software, Data Science, Python Programming, Jupyter, Graphing, Data Import/Export, Data Manipulation, Ubuntu, Scripting, Software Installation, Computational Thinking, Development Environment
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months