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Research Courses

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.


Popular Research Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    Build a Professional Resume using Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Applicant Tracking Systems, Professional Development, Graphic Design, Keyword Research, Business Writing, Content Creation, Personal Development, Detail Oriented, Recruitment

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    910 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Learn to Job Search with Indeed

    Skills you'll gain: Job Analysis, Compensation Analysis, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Recruitment, Business Research, Research

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    C

    Caltech

    The Science of the Solar System

    Skills you'll gain: Science and Research, Research, Physical Science, Scientific Methods, Life Sciences, Environmental Science, Physics, Water Resources, Advanced Mathematics, Chemistry, Environment, Biology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    813 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Animals and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Social Sciences, Sociology, Anthropology, Culture, Laboratory Research, Behavioral Health, Healthcare Ethics, Research, Media and Communications, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Health Care, Cultural Diversity, Mental and Behavioral Health, Food and Beverage, Rehabilitation, Biology, Nutrition and Diet, Sports Medicine

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    209 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    X

    Xi'an Jiaotong University

    有机化学

    Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Analytical Chemistry, Laboratory Research, Structural Analysis

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    83 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    P

    Peking University

    Advanced Neurobiology I

    Skills you'll gain: Electrophysiology, Neurology, Anatomy, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Physiology, Biology, Laboratory Techniques, Scientific Methods, Research

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    641 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    AI For Everyone (すべての人のためのAIリテラシー講座)

    Skills you'll gain: AI Product Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Neural Networks, Digital Transformation, Deep Learning, Technical Management, Machine Learning, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Data Science

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    301 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    U

    Unilever

    Unilever Digital Marketing Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Marketing Automation, Web Analytics, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Analytics, Customer Insights, Digital Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Market Analysis, Google Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Customer Analysis, Search Engine Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Social Media Strategy, Customer experience strategy (CX), Performance Reporting, Search Engine Optimization, Keyword Research, MarTech

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    321 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Análisis de Sistemas de Transporte

    Skills you'll gain: Transportation Operations, Transportation Management, Network Analysis, Operations Research, Systems Analysis, Operational Analysis, Analysis, Demand Planning, Mathematical Modeling, Econometrics, Markov Model, Behavioral Economics, Economic Development, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Cost Benefit Analysis, Market Dynamics, Customer Demand Planning, Probability, Social Impact, Model Evaluation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    781 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Estadística y probabilidad

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Data Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Data Presentation, Statistical Visualization, Probability, Histogram, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Regression Analysis, Probability Distribution, Box Plots, Graphing, Scatter Plots

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    1.7K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    R

    Rice University

    Portfolio Selection and Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Risk, Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Investments, Financial Market, Risk Management, Finance, Return On Investment, Risk Analysis, Statistical Methods, Probability Distribution, Correlation Analysis, Decision Making, Quantitative Research, Variance Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    630 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    U

    University of California, Irvine

    Fundamentals of Management

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Smart Goals, Professional Networking, Business Management, Professional Development, Staff Management, Leadership and Management, Operations Management, People Management, Business Administration, Planning, Customer Relationship Management, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Leadership, Change Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    4K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular research courses

  • Build a Professional Resume using Canva: Coursera
  • Learn to Job Search with Indeed: Coursera
  • The Science of the Solar System: Caltech
  • Animals and Society: University of Colorado Boulder
  • 有机化学: Xi'an Jiaotong University
  • Advanced Neurobiology I: Peking University
  • AI For Everyone (すべての人のためのAIリテラシー講座): DeepLearning.AI
  • Unilever Digital Marketing Analyst: Unilever
  • Análisis de Sistemas de Transporte: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Estadística y probabilidad: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

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