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.

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Histogram, Generative AI, Data Literacy, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Scientific Methods, Descriptive Statistics, Data Storytelling, Statistics, Data Analysis, Data Ethics, Experimentation, Data Science, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Research Design, Responsible AI, Statistical Visualization, Research, Artificial Intelligence
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: User Research, Persona (User Experience), User Experience, Verification And Validation, Usability Testing, User Centered Design, Human Computer Interaction, User Interface (UI) Design, Embedded Systems, Wireframing, Prototyping
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Team Management, Employee Coaching, Goal Setting, Team Performance Management, Emotional Intelligence, Team Leadership, Organizational Change, Change Management, Self-Awareness, Collaboration, Virtual Teams, Conflict Management, Leadership, Mindfulness, Communication Strategies, Culture
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Erasmus University Rotterdam
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Sustainable Business, Sustainable Development, Natural Resource Management, Business Modeling, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Science, Case Studies, Complex Problem Solving, Cost Benefit Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Partnership
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

New York University
Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Art History, Peer Review, Music Performance, World History, Intercultural Competence, Culture, Music, Ancient History, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Anthropology, Storytelling, Creativity, Non-Verbal Communication, Electronic Media, Digital Communications
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

University of Zurich
Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Experience, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Experimentation, Education and Training, Lecturing, Student Engagement, Drive Engagement, Course Development, Scientific Methods, Mathematical Modeling, Simulations
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Investments, Investment Management, Portfolio Management, Finance, Return On Investment, Behavioral Economics, Equities, Financial Market, Asset Management, Performance Analysis, Income Tax, Financial Trading, Tax Management, Decision Making, Benchmarking
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Customer Insights, Customer Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Persona Development, Content Creation, Marketing Analytics, Generative AI Agents, Marketing Design, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Planning, Marketing Materials, Marketing, Content Development and Management, Ideation, Social Media Content, Content Strategy, Data Analysis
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Health Equity, Community Health, Diversity Awareness, Health Policy, Case Studies, Program Evaluation, Qualitative Research, Research Methodologies, Data Collection
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The University of Sydney
Skills you'll gain: Health Technology, Health Informatics, Health Care, Health Systems, Electronic Medical Record, Care Coordination, Clinical Informatics, Telehealth, Health Information Management, Patient-centered Care, Data Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Economics, Artificial Intelligence, Economic Development, Socioeconomics, Responsible AI, Automation, Labor Relations, Emerging Technologies, Market Dynamics, Growth Strategies, Policy Analysis, Innovation
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Corporate Finance Institute
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Compliance Management, Business Risk Management, Business Intelligence, Stakeholder Analysis, Environmental Issue, Corporate Strategy, Governance, Performance Analysis, Case Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months