Information security courses can help you learn risk assessment, network security protocols, encryption techniques, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in threat analysis, vulnerability management, and compliance with security regulations. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security information and event management (SIEM) software, demonstrating how these tools are applied to protect data and maintain system integrity.
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Statistical Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), NumPy, Pivot Tables And Charts, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Jupyter, Python Programming, Data Import/Export, Programming Principles
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Amazon Web Services
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Amazon Bedrock, AWS SageMaker, AI Workflows, Agentic systems, AI Enablement, AI Product Strategy, Generative AI Agents, Amazon Web Services, AI Orchestration, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Development, Model Deployment, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, LLM Application, Solution Architecture, Data Management
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Cloud Security, Infrastructure Security, Kubernetes, Network Security, Security Engineering, Firewall, Endpoint Security, Identity and Access Management, Security Strategy, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Virtual Machines, Containerization, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cloud Deployment, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Encryption, Virtual Networking
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Dashboard, Data Visualization, Presentations, Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Public Speaking, Design Elements And Principles
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Campaign Management, Copywriting, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Email Automation, Personally Identifiable Information, Digital Marketing, Marketing Automation, Newsletters, HubSpot CRM, Marketing Analytics, Promotional Strategies, Data Ethics, A/B Testing, Smart Goals, Customer Retention, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Goal Setting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: OpenShift, Kubernetes, Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Deployment, Application Deployment, Cloud Applications, Containerization, Scalability, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Development, Development Environment, Docker (Software), Cloud Computing, Continuous Deployment, YAML, Virtual Networking, Application Performance Management, Configuration Management, System Monitoring, Network Routing
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Inference, Peer Review, Regression Analysis, Probability Distribution, Statistical Software, Statistical Analysis, Probability, Statistical Reporting, Data Analysis, R (Software), Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Modeling, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Data Visualization
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, User Experience Design, Usability Testing, Web Design, Wireframing, Prototyping, User Centered Design, Responsive Web Design, Mockups, UI Components, Figma (Design Software)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: User Story, Prompt Engineering, No-Code Development, User Feedback, Technical Communication, Application Deployment, AI Security, Performance Tuning, Data Wrangling, Version Control, Business Process Automation, API Testing, DevSecOps, Site Reliability Engineering, Integration Testing, Application Security, Application Programming Interface (API), Agile Methodology, LLM Application, Data Integration
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Descriptive Statistics, Data Visualization, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Marketing Effectiveness, Target Audience, Marketing Strategies, Business Analytics, Analytics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Statistical Inference, Data Visualization Software, Spreadsheet Software, Pandas (Python Package), A/B Testing, Data Collection, Marketing, Interviewing Skills
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, Usability Testing, Presentations, User Experience Design, User Research, Mobile Development, Data Ethics, User Centered Design, Prototyping, Research Methodologies, Wireframing, Interviewing Skills, Information Privacy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Interviewing Skills, Case Studies, Analytical Skills, Exploratory Data Analysis, Google Sheets, Data Processing, Google Analytics, Portfolio Management, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, LinkedIn, Data Cleansing, R Programming, Presentations, SQL
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks