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.

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, Responsible AI, Vibe coding, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Agentic systems, Data Ethics, Software Development, DevSecOps, Natural Language Processing, AI Security, CI/CD, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Context Management
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, IBM Cognos Analytics, Data Wrangling, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Big Data, Pivot Tables And Charts, Statistical Analysis, Excel Formulas, Business Intelligence, Microsoft Excel, Apache Hadoop, Tree Maps, Dashboard, Scatter Plots, Apache Hive, Data Processing
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Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Columbia University
Skills you'll gain: Construction Management, Construction Estimating, Project Schedules, Cost Estimation, Project Finance, Construction, Building Information Modeling, Scheduling, Cost Control, Environment Health And Safety, Lean Methodologies, Real Estate, Earned Value Management, Project Controls, Risk Management, Project Accounting, Work Breakdown Structure, Business Transformation, Finance, Innovation
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: User Story, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Retrospectives, Software Design, Kanban Principles, Cloud-Native Computing, DevOps, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Computer Hardware, Software Design Patterns, Agile Product Development, Agile Methodology, Sprint Planning, Leadership, Risk Management, Communication
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Network Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Feature Engineering, Data Visualization, Pandas (Python Package), Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Text Mining, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Statistical Analysis, Data Manipulation, Graph Theory, Data Preprocessing, Natural Language Processing, Python Programming
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Health Information Management, Medical Office Procedures, Data Management, Medical Records, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Document Management, Security Controls, Information Privacy, Records Management, Taxonomy, Regulatory Compliance, Information Assurance, Encryption, Risk Analysis, Process Mapping
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Wrangling, Big Data, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Data Cleansing, Apache Hadoop, Apache Hive, Data Processing, Data Mart, Data Science, Data Warehousing, Apache Spark, Data Visualization, Data Lakes, Data Collection, Data Visualization Software, Microsoft Excel
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, PySpark, Big Data, Apache Hive, Kubernetes, Data Processing, Performance Tuning, Scalability, Distributed Computing, Analytics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), OpenShift, CI/CD, Continuous Integration, Serverless Computing, Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Test Driven Development (TDD), Jenkins, Software Testing, Behavior-Driven Development, Code Coverage, Agile Methodology, Containerization, Cloud-Native Computing, DevOps, Kubernetes, Application Security, Grafana, System Monitoring
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Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months
Starweaver
Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Detection and Response, Threat Detection, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Modeling, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Operations, Cybersecurity, Malware Protection, Incident Response, Data Loss Prevention, Anomaly Detection, Data Security, System Implementation, Open Source Technology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Fractal Analytics
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Linear Algebra, Critical Thinking, Simulations
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Application Security, Secure Coding, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Security Engineering, Security Requirements Analysis, Security Controls, Data Security, Vulnerability Management, Computer Security, Vulnerability, Vulnerability Assessments, Databases, Information Privacy, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Computer Programming, Python Programming, Node.JS, JavaScript Frameworks, Javascript
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks