Research courses can help you learn data collection techniques, statistical analysis, literature review methods, and experimental design. You can build skills in critical thinking, hypothesis testing, and effective communication of findings. Many courses introduce tools like SPSS, R, and Python for data analysis, as well as reference management software such as EndNote or Zotero, which support the organization and presentation of research projects.

California Institute of the Arts
Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, Persona (User Experience), UI/UX Strategy, Web Design, User Experience, Wireframing, User Research, User Centered Design, Mockups, Usability Testing, Requirements Analysis, Target Audience, Agile Methodology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of London
Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Community Development, Conflict Management, Crisis Intervention, Social Determinants Of Health, Sustainable Development, Social and Human Services, International Relations, Diversity Awareness, Legal Research, Sociology, Advocacy, World History, Storytelling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Logic, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Computer Science, Graph Theory, Natural Language Processing, Logical Reasoning, Formal Learning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Packt
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Threat Modeling, Application Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Security, Threat Management, Cloud Platforms, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Security Requirements Analysis, Threat Detection, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Strategy, Enterprise Architecture, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management, Authentications, Disaster Recovery
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Georgia Institute of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Mechanical Design, Torque (Physics), Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Governance, Biotechnology, Policy Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Clinical Research Ethics, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Health Policy, Public Policies, Environmental Issue, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Policy Development, Public Health, Case Studies
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Lund University
Skills you'll gain: Editing, Proofreading, Writing, Grammar, English Language, Literacy, Vocabulary
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
American Museum of Natural History
Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Environmental Science, Environment, Biochemistry, Physiology, Hydrology, Environmental Issue, Anatomy, Water Quality, Behavioral Health, Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Coaching, Team Performance Management, Organizational Change, Expectation Management, Performance Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Management Training And Development, Leadership and Management, Employee Performance Management, Team Management, Accountability, Constructive Feedback, Performance Analysis, Performance Measurement, Adaptability, Professional Development, People Development, Leadership, Communication
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

École Polytechnique
Skills you'll gain: Physics, Experimentation, Cryptography, Electrical Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Laboratory Research, Applied Mathematics, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Emerging Technologies
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: LangGraph, Continuous Monitoring, Agentic systems, Generative AI Agents, OpenAI, LLM Application, Systems Architecture, Software Architecture, Artificial Intelligence, Application Deployment, Responsible AI, System Design and Implementation, Technical Communication
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cash Flows, Business Valuation, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Financial Modeling, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Business Metrics, Case Studies, Return On Investment, Financial Forecasting, Market Analysis, Market Dynamics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks