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.

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Web Frameworks, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), API Testing, Application Deployment, Software Documentation, Package and Software Management, JSON, Application Development, Server Side, Python Programming, Data Validation
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Systems Analysis, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Systems Design, Software Design, Unified Modeling Language, Software Engineering, C and C++, Software Architecture, Requirements Analysis, Java, Data Management, Application Development, Software Development Methodologies, Human Computer Interaction
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Cisco Learning and Certifications
Skills you'll gain: Ansible, YAML, Network Architecture, Network Administration, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), General Networking, Automation, Technical Documentation, Configuration Management, JSON, Python Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Design, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Planning, Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Analytics, Performance Reporting, Marketing Channel, Cross-Channel Marketing, Generative AI, Microsoft 365, Customer Analysis, Market Research, Artificial Intelligence, Customer experience improvement, Customer Retention
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Program Development, Computational Thinking, Python Programming, Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Quality Assurance, Natural Language Processing, Multilingualism, Document Management, Data Import/Export, Information Technology
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months
Georgia Institute of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Applications, Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Deployment, Application Development, Cloud Management, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Internet Of Things, Application Deployment, Software Development, Distributed Computing, Scalability, Real Time Data
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Process Capability, Six Sigma Methodology, Statistical Process Controls, Process Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Performance Measurement, Statistical Methods, R (Software), Business Metrics, R Programming, Data Import/Export
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Logo Design, Video Editing, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Content Creation, Design, User Accounts, Digital Marketing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Student Engagement, Course Development, Teaching, Interactive Learning, Instructional Strategies, Education Software and Technology, Content Performance Analysis, Data Collection
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Incident Response, Business Continuity Planning, Security Management, Threat Modeling, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Management, Business Risk Management, Disaster Recovery, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Operational Risk, Investigation, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Continuous Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Management, Digital Forensics, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Software Design Documents, System Design and Implementation, Internet Of Things, Technical Documentation, Technical Communication, Mobile Development, Test Case, System Testing, Software Development, Wireless Networks, Embedded Systems, Systems Integration
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks