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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.


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    Starweaver

    Manufacturing Systems Analysis: A Comprehensive Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Process Optimization, Manufacturing and Production, Six Sigma Methodology, Organizational Strategy, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Strategic Leadership, Continuous Improvement Process, Operational Analysis, Change Management, Systems Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Sustainable Systems, Operations Research, AI Enablement

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI for HR Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Human Resources, Technical Communication, Human Resource Strategy, Employee Surveys, Prompt Engineering, People Development, Generative AI, Persona Development, Interviewing Skills, Performance Review, Document Management, Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Google UX Design (DE)

    Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Responsive Web Design, Storyboarding, Adobe XD, Information Architecture, User Experience, UI/UX Research, Web Design, Usability Testing, Cross Platform Development, Figma (Design Software), User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Centered Design, Prototyping, Wireframing, User Research, User Story, Presentations, Human Factors, Persona (User Experience)

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Tableau Learning Partner

    Data Analysis with Tableau

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Tableau Software, Data Preprocessing, Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Predictive Analytics, Box Plots, Statistical Analysis, Scatter Plots, Data Visualization Software, Trend Analysis, Analytics, Histogram, Business Analytics, Data Manipulation, Regression Analysis, Correlation Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Crystal Structures and Properties of Metals

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Failure Analysis, Semiconductors, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Chemistry, Laboratory Testing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Toronto

    Plant Bioinformatics Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Bioinformatics, Analysis, Data Synthesis, Statistical Methods, Technical Communication, Data Collection

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    Dartmouth College

    Engineering of Structures: Tension

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Construction, Civil Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Design Process, Mechanics, Materials science, Applied Mathematics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Create an Advertising Concept Testing Study in Qualtrics

    Skills you'll gain: Advertising Campaigns, Advertising, User Feedback, Marketing Materials, Online Advertising, Business Research, Marketing, Promotional Materials, Market Research, Branding

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Sapienza University of Rome

    Alle origini della civiltà mediterranea: archeologia della città dal Levante all’Occidente - III-I millennio a.C.

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Culture, World History, Research, Case Studies, Anthropology, Architecture and Construction

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, World History, Sociology, Trend Analysis, Data Analysis, Big Data, Research, Higher Education, Political Sciences, Case Studies

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    University of Amsterdam

    Ebola: Essential Knowledge for Health Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Infection Control, Infectious Diseases, Bloodborne Pathogens, Patient Evaluation, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Pathology, Patient Treatment, Immunology, Drug Development, Medical Science and Research, Diagnostic Tests, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Personal protective equipment, Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Assessment

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    Coursera

    Target specific user demographics in your followers campaign

    Skills you'll gain: Campaign Management, Target Audience, Social Media Campaigns, Market Research, User Research, Performance Metric, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Market Analysis

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Manufacturing Systems Analysis: A Comprehensive Guide : Starweaver
  • Generative AI for HR Professionals: Vanderbilt University
  • Google UX Design (DE): Google
  • Data Analysis with Tableau: Tableau Learning Partner
  • Crystal Structures and Properties of Metals: Arizona State University
  • Plant Bioinformatics Capstone: University of Toronto
  • Engineering of Structures: Tension: Dartmouth College
  • Create an Advertising Concept Testing Study in Qualtrics: Coursera
  • Alle origini della civiltà mediterranea: archeologia della città dal Levante all’Occidente - III-I millennio a.C.: Sapienza University of Rome
  • Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 1: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

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