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.

École normale supérieure
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Geospatial Mapping, Geographic Information Systems, Graphic and Visual Design, Data Mapping, Data Presentation, Quantitative Research, World History, Color Theory
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Prototyping, Usability Testing, Wireframing, Interaction Design, User Experience Design, Figma (Design Software), Usability, User Interface (UI) Design, Mockups, UI/UX Research, Design Thinking, User Research, Style Guides
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Simulations, Model Evaluation, Performance Testing, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Markov Model, Algorithms, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Investment Management, Wealth Management, Asset Management, Investments, FinTech, Financial Trading, Portfolio Management, Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Financial Market, Artificial Neural Networks, Automation, Machine Learning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Persona Development, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Customer Insights, Customer Data Management, Target Audience, Target Market, Marketing Strategies, Consumer Behaviour, Market Analysis, Social Media, Product Knowledge, Research
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Università di Napoli Federico II
Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Political Sciences, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Diplomacy, World History, Research, Governance, Environmental Issue, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Economics, Climate Change Adaptation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Computational Logic, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Software, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Performance Tuning, Linear Algebra
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Autoencoders, Generative AI, Tensorflow, Generative Model Architectures, Image Analysis, Transfer Learning, Deep Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Artificial Neural Networks
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

MathWorks
Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Model Evaluation, Image Analysis, Model Deployment, Anomaly Detection, Convolutional Neural Networks, Transfer Learning, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Image Quality, Data Preprocessing, Artificial Neural Networks, Matlab, Applied Machine Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Traffic Flow Optimization, Data Visualization
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

University of London
Skills you'll gain: Research, Psychology, Investigation, Creativity, World History, Writing, Performing Arts
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Fudan University
Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Sociology, European History, Culture, World History, Qualitative Research, Cultural Diversity, Economics, Economic Development, Political Sciences
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Video Game Development, Contract Negotiation, Media and Communications, Branding, Organizational Structure, Organizational Strategy, Brand Management, Business Planning, Game Design, Recruitment, Fundraising, Contract Management, Live Streaming, Higher Education, Workforce Planning, Content Creation, Relationship Building, Market Dynamics, Research
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months