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.

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, AI powered creativity, Generative AI Agents, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Generative AI, LLM Application, AI literacy, OpenAI, OpenAI API, Expense Management, AI Personalization, Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Risking, Artificial Intelligence, Expense Reports
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Agentic systems, ChatGPT, Generative AI Agents, AI Orchestration, Prompt Patterns, Agentic Workflows, OpenAI API, LLM Application, AI literacy, AI Enablement, AI Workflows, AI powered creativity, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Tool Calling, Large Language Modeling, AI Security, Business Logic, File I/O
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Microsoft Excel, Scripting, Automation, Spreadsheet Software, Programming Principles, User Interface (UI), Data Import/Export, UI Components, IT Automation, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Interactive Design, Build Tools, Productivity, Operations, Research and Design, Design, Interactive Data Visualization, Real Time Data, Finance
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Computer Networking, Operating System Administration, Package and Software Management, Network Troubleshooting, Version Control, IT Automation, Systems Administration, IT Infrastructure, Network Administration, Information Systems Security, TCP/IP, Git (Version Control System), Chef (Configuration Management Tool), Network Security, General Networking, Ruby (Programming Language), Desktop Support, Web Presence, Interviewing Skills
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Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Incident Response, Network Administration, Vulnerability Management, Cybersecurity, Contingency Planning, Cyber Governance, Cyber Attacks, Disaster Recovery, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Firewall, Business Continuity Planning, Computer Security Incident Management, Network Monitoring, Incident Management, General Networking, Cyber Security Strategy, Crisis Management, Risk Management
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative AI, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Prompt Patterns, Generative AI Agents, Fine-tuning, Vector Databases, LLM Application, Generative Model Architectures, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Embeddings, Natural Language Processing, Tool Calling, Hugging Face, Model Optimization, Reinforcement Learning, Transfer Learning, Data Pipelines
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Presentations, Rmarkdown, Data Presentation, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization, Ggplot2, Data Validation, Spreadsheet Software, Data Visualization Software, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Tableau Software, Data Processing, Dashboard, Stakeholder Communications, Dashboard Creation, File Management
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

University of Washington
Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Classification Algorithms, Regression Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning, Image Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, AI Personalization, Unsupervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Supervised Learning, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Machine Learning, Model Training, Logistic Regression, Statistical Modeling, Data Mining
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Inference, Statistical Reporting, R (Software), Statistical Methods, Statistics, R Programming, Statistical Software, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Programming, Data Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Probability Distribution, Software Installation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Database Systems, MySQL Workbench, Database Software, Database Theory, Database Management Systems, Databases, SQL, Database Management, Relational Databases, Database Development, Database Architecture and Administration, MySQL, Data Modeling, PostgreSQL, Data Mapping, Query Languages, Data Manipulation, Transact-SQL, Data Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Microsoft Excel, Data Structures, Data Store, Business Process Automation, Data Processing, Automation, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Scripting, Programming Principles, Scripting Languages, Spreadsheet Software, Computational Logic, Computer Programming Tools, Development Environment, Productivity, Real Time Data, Build Tools, Follow Through, Design
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Multiple educators
Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Digital Forensics, Network Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Incident Response, Incident Management, Cloud Platforms, Business Continuity Planning, Penetration Testing, Computer Security Incident Management, Business Continuity, Security Controls, Generative AI, Configuration Management, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Information Technology, Cryptography
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months