Actuarial science courses can help you learn risk assessment, statistical modeling, financial mathematics, and insurance principles. You can build skills in data analysis, predictive modeling, and evaluating financial risks across various scenarios. Many courses introduce tools like R, Excel, and specialized actuarial software, that support analyzing data and making informed decisions in insurance and finance.
SAS
Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, SAS (Software), Data Access, Data Import/Export, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Data Transformation, Requirements Analysis, Statistical Programming, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Validation, Statistical Analysis, Data Wrangling, Data Processing, Data Preprocessing, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Integration, SQL, Data Cleansing, Descriptive Statistics
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Model Context Protocol, AI Security, Scalability, Software Architecture, Servers, Interoperability, System Design and Implementation, API Design, Enterprise Security, Real Time Data, Performance Tuning
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: jQuery, Data Structures, Javascript and jQuery, Programming Principles, Data Management, Microsoft Development Tools
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: API Testing, Performance Testing, IT Security Architecture, Cloud-Based Integration, Application Security, Vulnerability Management, System Monitoring
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Computer-Aided Design, Architectural Drawing, Technical Drawing, Schematic Diagrams, Electrical Wiring, Facility Management, Coordination, Requirements Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Jira (Software), Issue Tracking, User Story, Dashboard, Workflow Management, Scrum (Software Development), Work Breakdown Structure, Kanban Principles, Sprint Planning, Technical Documentation, Prioritization, Query Languages, Process Management, Collaborative Software, Technical Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Team Oriented
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

AI CERTs
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Agentic Workflows, Risking, Generative AI Agents, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Power BI, AI Workflows, Accounting and Finance Software, Regulatory Compliance, Automation, Financial Data, Wealth Management, Compliance Management, Generative AI, Financial Forecasting, Data Processing, Finance, Workflow Management, General Finance
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Animations, 3D Assets, 3D Modeling, Animation and Game Design, Computer Graphics, Virtual Environment, Computer Graphic Techniques, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Scripting, Cloud Deployment, Data Persistence, Python Programming, Command-Line Interface, Virtual Machines, Data Pipelines
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Agile Software Development, Product Management, Product Requirements, Project Management, Agile Methodology, Requirements Management, Project Performance, Process Development, Expectation Management, Project Planning
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Team Management, Governance
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: iOS Development, Apple iOS, Swift Programming, UI Components, Mobile Development, Database Management, Databases, User Interface (UI), Data Persistence, Data Validation, Data Modeling, Debugging
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months