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.

The University of Sydney
Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Editing, Research, Creative Thinking, Public Speaking, Proofreading, Brainstorming, Oral Expression, digital literacy, Communication, Information Management, Analytical Skills, Writing, Video Production, Multimedia, Language Competency, Complex Problem Solving, Literacy
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Proposal Development, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Presentation, Tableau Software, Data Visualization, Data Mapping, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Literacy, Exploratory Data Analysis, Graphing, Histogram, Scatter Plots, Tree Maps, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Visualization, Performance Analysis, Storyboarding
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Multimedia, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Teams, Presentations, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Office, Content Creation, Productivity Software, Microsoft Word, Collaborative Software, Generative AI, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Business Communication
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Columbia University
Skills you'll gain: Construction Management, Construction, Building Information Modeling, Environment Health And Safety, Project Schedules, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Planning, Lean Methodologies, Project Management, Sustainability Standards, Sustainable Development, Contract Management, Project Risk Management, Risk Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Cybersecurity, Data Ethics, Authentications, Data Encryption Standard, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cryptography, Information Assurance, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Authorization (Computing), Security Controls, Information Privacy, Encryption, Security Awareness, Human Factors (Security), Risk Analysis, Problem Solving, Communication
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Database Management Systems, Relational Databases, Databases, Data Modeling, Database Architecture and Administration, Diagram Design
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Model Evaluation, Data Modeling, Model Deployment, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Data Science, Business Research, Data Preprocessing, Business Analysis, Data Collection, Requirements Analysis, Data Quality, Data Mining, Continuous Improvement Process
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Application Security, Security Testing, Data Governance
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Management, Threat Detection, Data Management, Data Validation, Technical Communication, Automation, Requirements Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: User Story, Agile Software Development, Usability Testing, New Product Development, Design Thinking, Agile Project Management, Agile Methodology, Scrum (Software Development), Product Management, Innovation, Continuous Delivery, Agile Product Development, Product Improvement, Product Testing, Customer Insights, Product Lifecycle Management, User Research, User Centered Design, Sprint Planning, Kanban Principles
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Integrated Development Environments, Matlab, Software Development Tools, Programming Principles, Debugging, Computer Programming, Mathematical Software, Linear Algebra, Data Structures, Computational Logic, Algorithms, Problem Solving, Plot (Graphics)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Network Security, TCP/IP, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Software-Defined Networking, Network Architecture, Virtual Networking, Wide Area Networks, Network Protocols, General Networking, Network Routers, Network Troubleshooting, Linux, Virtualization, Kubernetes, Load Balancing, Data Centers, Network Switches, Terraform
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Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months