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Data Security Courses

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.


Popular Data Security Courses and Certifications


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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Cybersecurity in the AI Era

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Risk, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Management, Infrastructure Security, Data Security, Threat Modeling, Computer Security, Security Awareness, Risk Management, Enterprise Security, Vulnerability, Governance, General Networking, Public Safety and National Security, Threat Detection, Artificial Intelligence

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    University of Cape Town

    Julia Scientific Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Scientific Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Science, Other Programming Languages, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Computer Programming, Mathematical Modeling, Package and Software Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Edinburgh

    An Introduction to Responsible AI for SMEs

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, AI Product Strategy, AI Enablement, Business Risk Management, Business Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Risk Analysis, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Compliance Management, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Open Source Technology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Alberta

    Fundamentals of Reinforcement Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Markov Model, Algorithms, Probability Distribution

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Build Robust Java ML Models with Entropy

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Model Deployment, Decision Tree Learning, Data Preprocessing, Classification Algorithms, Predictive Modeling, Random Forest Algorithm, Applied Machine Learning, Java, Program Evaluation, Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Algorithms, Program Implementation, Business Development

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Analyze and Manage Hallucinations in Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, LLM Application, AI Enablement, Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Model Evaluation, Data Quality, Verification And Validation, Natural Language Processing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Natural Language Processing with Probabilistic Models

    Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Markov Model, Embeddings, Text Mining, Data Preprocessing, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Algorithms, Statistical Modeling, Probability & Statistics

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    CertNexus

    CertNexus Certified Ethical Emerging Technologist

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Data Ethics, Governance, Business Ethics, Responsible AI, Media Relations, Strategic Thinking, Communication Strategies, Business Leadership, Accountability, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Emerging Technologies, Organizational Leadership, Public Relations, Operational Risk, Risk Management, Communication, Leadership, Learning Strategies, Test Planning

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    SAS

    Getting Started with SAS Visual Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Data Quality, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Virtual Environment, Data Manipulation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Access, Data Preprocessing, Business Analysis, Business Reporting, Statistical Programming

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Convolutional Neural Networks in TensorFlow

    Skills you'll gain: Convolutional Neural Networks, Transfer Learning, Model Evaluation, Tensorflow, Keras (Neural Network Library), Computer Vision, Classification Algorithms, Image Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Reproducible Research

    Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Knitr, Data Sharing, General Science and Research, Statistical Reporting, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Data Validation, Exploratory Data Analysis, R Programming, Technical Communication, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Software Documentation

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of London

    Probability and Statistics: To p or not to p?

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Visualization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Modeling, Data Analysis, Probability, Probability Distribution, Sampling (Statistics), Risk Modeling, Statistical Inference, Mathematical Modeling

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular data security courses

  • Cybersecurity in the AI Era: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Julia Scientific Programming: University of Cape Town
  • An Introduction to Responsible AI for SMEs: The University of Edinburgh
  • Fundamentals of Reinforcement Learning: University of Alberta
  • Build Robust Java ML Models with Entropy: Coursera
  • Analyze and Manage Hallucinations in Generative AI: EDUCBA
  • Natural Language Processing with Probabilistic Models: DeepLearning.AI
  • CertNexus Certified Ethical Emerging Technologist: CertNexus
  • Getting Started with SAS Visual Analytics : SAS
  • Convolutional Neural Networks in TensorFlow: DeepLearning.AI

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