Data security courses can help you learn encryption techniques, risk assessment strategies, incident response planning, and compliance regulations. You can build skills in vulnerability management, threat detection, and secure coding practices. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and data loss prevention software, demonstrating how these skills are applied to protect sensitive information and maintain system integrity.

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Blockchain, Data Ethics, Emerging Technologies, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Assets, Artificial Neural Networks, Social Media, Business Modeling, Web Development, Deep Learning, Persuasive Communication, Human Computer Interaction, Algorithms, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Java, Application Development, Java Programming, Software Engineering, Microsoft Visual Studio, Algorithms
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Electronics, Systems Of Measurement, Digital Signal Processing, Data Processing, Data Cleansing, Statistical Methods, NumPy, Real Time Data, Open Source Technology, Mathematical Modeling
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, No-Code Development, AI Enablement, Regulatory Requirements, Compliance Management, Business Transformation, Business Process Automation, Business Process, Data Management, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Return On Investment, Process Design, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Regulation and Legal Compliance, Business Software, Digital Transformation, Change Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Predictive Analytics
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: MarTech, Marketing, Product Promotion, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Channel, Digital Marketing, Digital Transformation, Consumer Behaviour, New Product Development, Customer Engagement, E-Commerce, Price Negotiation, Innovation, Empowerment
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Starweaver
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Security, LLM Application, Threat Detection, Threat Modeling, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Threat Hunting, Generative AI Agents, Agentic Workflows, Agentic systems, Incident Response, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Strategy, Data Ethics, Cyber Operations, AI Orchestration, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Risk Mitigation, Technology Strategies
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Apple iOS, Apple Xcode, Swift Programming, iOS Development, Core Data (Software), Mobile Development, Secure Coding, User Interface (UI), Application Deployment, Scalability, User Interface (UI) Design, UI Components, Debugging, Data Persistence, Data Management, Model View Controller, Performance Tuning, Programming Principles, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Security
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Customer Relationship Management, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Success Management, Customer Acquisition Management, Customer Analysis, Customer Data Management, Customer Retention, Customer Relationship Building, Marketing Automation, Value Propositions, Portfolio Management, Performance Measurement, Automation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Whizlabs
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Virtual Networking, Cloud Services, System Monitoring, Network Monitoring, Application Performance Management, Cloud Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Virtual Machines, Disaster Recovery, Containerization, Data Storage
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Howard University
Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, NumPy, Applied Mathematics, Algebra, Python Programming, Data Manipulation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, JUnit, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unified Modeling Language, Software Design Patterns, Software Testing, Software Engineering, Java, Java Programming, Computer Programming, Application Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Unit Testing, Software Design, Software Architecture, API Design, Model View Controller, Program Development, Software Development, Databases
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Management, Cyber Threat Hunting, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Threat Detection, Incident Management
Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours