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 Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Program Development, Python Programming, Debugging
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Dashboard, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Data Visualization, Consolidation, Automation, Data Analysis Software, Productivity Software, Data Management, Data Cleansing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Real Time Data, Google Workspace
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Threat Detection, Vulnerability Assessments, Technical Communication, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Management, Continuous Monitoring, Threat Management, Communication Strategies, Digital Forensics, Root Cause Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

O.P. Jindal Global University
Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Mediation, Negotiation, Conflict Management, Diplomacy, Leadership, Governance, Public Safety and National Security, International Relations, Social Justice, Diversity and Inclusion, Decision Making, Case Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Strategic Planning, Search Engine Optimization, Competitive Analysis, Business Modeling, Web Analytics and SEO, Business Strategy, Paid media, Content Marketing, Market Analysis, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing, Google Ads, Innovation, Product Development, Video Production
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, Integration Testing, Object-Relational Mapping, API Design, ASP.NET, Database Design, Enterprise Architecture, Docker (Software), Database Systems, Systems Integration, Data Validation, Business Logic, Development Environment
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Statistics, Regression Analysis, Probability, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability Distribution, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Inference, Sampling (Statistics), Combinatorics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Health Care, Community Health, Health Disparities, Research, Health Informatics, Community Outreach, Research Methodologies, Cultural Sensitivity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Communication Planning, Stakeholder Engagement, Requirements Analysis, Project Coordination, Stakeholder Communications, AI Enablement, Waterfall Methodology, Kanban Principles, Business Analysis, Risk Management, Communication, Product Lifecycle Management, Prioritization
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Stakeholder Management, Information Technology, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), IT Management, Vendor Management, Procurement, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Risk Management, Agile Methodology, Performance Measurement, Project Planning, Resource Management, Quality Management, Change Control, Waterfall Methodology, Performance Management, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Return On Investment, Google Ads, Marketing Strategies, MarTech, Content Management Systems, WordPress, Facebook, Software Installation, Data Collection
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks