Data courses can help you learn data analysis, statistical methods, data visualization, and machine learning principles. You can build skills in interpreting datasets, making data-driven decisions, and communicating insights effectively. Many courses introduce tools such as Python, R, SQL, and Tableau, that support analyzing data and presenting findings in a clear, impactful way.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Estimation, Risk Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistical Software, Return On Investment, Statistical Analysis, Sample Size Determination, R (Software), Data Analysis, Business Risk Management, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Project Estimation, Business Analysis
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The State University of New York
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Big Data, Analytics, Data Mining, Health Informatics, Biomedical Technology, R Programming, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Molecular Biology, Feature Engineering, Data Preprocessing, Classification Algorithms
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Apache Hadoop, Apache Hive, Big Data, Apache Spark, NoSQL, Data Management, Data Processing, Databases, SQL, Query Languages, Data Manipulation, Scripting Languages, Data Transformation, Distributed Computing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Power BI, Data Integrity, Data Validation, Data Transformation, Data Cleansing, Data Storage, Data Quality, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Integration, Data Storage Technologies, Data Import/Export
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, Analytical Skills, Data Visualization, Analysis, Data Management, Business Reporting, Personally Identifiable Information, Security Awareness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Georgia Institute of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Informatics, Data Science, Data Mining, Data Integration, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Processing, Systems Design, Big Data, Structural Analysis, Statistics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Business Reporting, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Analytics, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Data Strategy, Data Storage, Data Management, Data Infrastructure, Unstructured Data, Real Time Data
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Web Analytics and SEO, Data Storytelling, Analytics, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Performance Reporting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Storytelling, OpenAI, Analytics, Prompt Engineering Tools, Data Analysis, Dashboard, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Analysis, Python Programming, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Query Languages
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Data Validation, Microsoft Excel, Accounting and Finance Software, Accounting Records, Spreadsheet Software, Data Maintenance, Data Quality, Financial Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks