Data mining courses can help you learn data preprocessing, pattern recognition, and predictive modeling techniques. You can build skills in clustering, classification, and anomaly detection, that support extracting meaningful insights from large datasets. Many courses introduce tools like Python, R, and SQL, along with software such as RapidMiner and Weka, to help you apply these skills in real-world data analysis projects.

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: FinTech, Wealth Management, Financial Trading, Investment Management, Asset Management, Big Data, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Analytics, Artificial Neural Networks, Portfolio Management, Machine Learning, Financial Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Operations Research, Advanced Analytics, Process Mapping, Operational Analysis, Process Optimization, Project Scoping, Project Planning, Production Planning, Capacity Planning, Solution Design, Needs Assessment, Business Analysis, Analytics, Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Complex Problem Solving, Staff Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Financial Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Acumen, Cash Flows, Financial Data, Business Metrics, Business Modeling, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Animations, Unity Engine, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Software Design Patterns, Game Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), UI Components, Application Performance Management, Scalability, Software Development Tools, System Monitoring, Computer Graphics, Performance Tuning, Scripting
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: DevSecOps, DevOps, User Centered Design, Usability, Systems Integration, User Experience Design, Continuous Delivery, Systems Development, System Implementation, Human Computer Interaction, Continuous Integration, Application Security, Agile Methodology, Data Ethics, Information Systems, Secure Coding, Security Testing, User Feedback, Project Management Software, Database Management Systems
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Responsive Web Design, UI Components, HTML and CSS, Application Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Web Design, Web Design and Development, Web Development, Front-End Web Development, Web Development Tools, Interactive Design, Javascript, Cloud Hosting, User Interface (UI), User Interface (UI) Design, Typography, Animations, Data Validation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, User Interface (UI), Data Persistence, Game Design, Video Game Development, Performance Tuning, Interactive Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Human Machine Interfaces, Animation and Game Design, Scripting, Performance Testing, System Testing, Programming Principles, No-Code Development, Virtual Environment, Development Testing, Artificial Intelligence, Object Oriented Design, Animations
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Looker (Software), Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Data Transformation, Analytics, Data Visualization, Google Cloud Platform, Data Manipulation, Big Data, Data Sharing, Data Visualization Software, Data Processing, Data Cleansing, Unstructured Data, SQL, Cloud Storage, Solution Architecture
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), YAML, Containerization, Configuration Management, Data Pipelines, Real Time Data, Debugging, DevOps, Microservices, Application Deployment, Scalability, Software Installation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Windows Servers, Active Directory, Remote Access Systems, Microsoft Servers, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Microsoft Azure, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Hybrid Cloud Computing, Data Storage Technologies, Network Infrastructure, Virtual Networking, Cloud Storage, Wide Area Networks, File Systems, TCP/IP
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Database Application, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Applications, PostgreSQL, Containerization, Data Access, User Accounts, Proxy Servers, Cloud Computing
Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Standards
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks