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      University of Michigan

      Introduction to Structured Query Language (SQL)

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, SQL, MySQL, Database Management, Relational Databases, Development Environment, Mockups, Data Modeling, Software Installation, Data Manipulation

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Virginia

      Introduction to Personal Branding

      Skills you'll gain: Branding, Brand Awareness, Goal Setting, Brand Management, Brand Strategy, Personal Development, Digital Media Strategy, Personal Attributes, Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Self-Awareness

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Pearson

      Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Cloud Security, Cloud Applications, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Application Security, Cloud Development, Cloud Platforms, Identity and Access Management, Data Integrity, Cloud Standards, Secure Coding, Security Awareness, Data Centers, Private Cloud, Security Controls, Data Management, Cyber Risk, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Service Level

      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Infosec

      CISSP Domain 7: Security Operations

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Response, Contingency Planning, Business Continuity Planning, Security Management, Cybersecurity, Security Strategy, Security Controls, Disaster Recovery, Enterprise Security, Infrastructure Security, Configuration Management, Network Administration, Change Control, Data Centers

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Indian School of Business

      Trading Strategies in Emerging Markets

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Peer Review, Financial Trading, Portfolio Management, Balance Sheet, Securities Trading, Data Collection, Market Liquidity, Accruals, Market Data, Investments, Financial Market, Cash Flows, Asset Management, Project Design, Market Dynamics, Market Analysis, Technical Analysis

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Infosec

      CISSP Domain 6: Security Assessment and Testing

      Skills you'll gain: Security Testing, Cyber Security Assessment, Penetration Testing, Application Security, Continuous Monitoring, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Controls, Software Testing, Test Tools, Risk Management Framework

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pearson

      (SSCP) Systems Security Certified Practitioner: Unit 2

      Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Public Key Infrastructure, Data Security, Information Systems Security, Network Security, Data Integrity, Digital Communications

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Amazon Web Services

      AWS Cloud Practitioner Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon S3, Amazon CloudWatch, Public Cloud, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Storage, Cloud Security, Data Storage, Identity and Access Management, Security Controls, System Monitoring, General Networking, Multi-Factor Authentication, Network Infrastructure, Scalability

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Cyber Response and Recovery

      Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Management, Threat Detection, Disaster Recovery, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Crisis Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Assessment, Threat Management, Safety and Security, Security Software, Strategic Communication, Regulation and Legal Compliance

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Pearson

      (SSCP) Systems Security Certified Practitioner: Unit 5

      Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Network Security, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, General Networking, Wireless Networks, Threat Modeling, Network Model

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Data Warehousing for Business Intelligence

      Skills you'll gain: Business Intelligence, Database Design, Decision Support Systems, Database Development, Data Warehousing, Database Management, Data Visualization, Data Integration, Database Management Systems, Databases, Relational Databases, Business Analytics, Dashboard, SQL, Business Process Management, Oracle Databases, MicroStrategy, Performance Measurement, Data Governance, Data Modeling

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Infosec

      Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, IT Security Architecture, Security Testing, Identity and Access Management, Threat Modeling, Computer Security Incident Management, Network Security, Application Security, Data Security, Information Systems Security, Cryptography, Asset Protection, Cloud Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Incident Response, Contingency Planning, Risk Management Framework, Digital Assets, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Risk Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software security courses

    • Introduction to Structured Query Language (SQL): University of Michigan
    • Introduction to Personal Branding: University of Virginia
    • Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP): Pearson
    • CISSP Domain 7: Security Operations: Infosec
    • Trading Strategies in Emerging Markets: Indian School of Business
    • CISSP Domain 6: Security Assessment and Testing: Infosec
    • (SSCP) Systems Security Certified Practitioner: Unit 2: Pearson
    • AWS Cloud Practitioner Essentials: Amazon Web Services
    • Cyber Response and Recovery: Macquarie University
    • (SSCP) Systems Security Certified Practitioner: Unit 5: Pearson

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