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Research Courses

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.


Popular Research Courses and Certifications


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    École normale supérieure

    Cartographie thématique

    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

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    83 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    User Interface Design and Prototyping

    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

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    63 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Alberta

    A Complete Reinforcement Learning System (Capstone)

    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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    649 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Innovations in Investment Technology: Artificial Intelligence

    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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    418 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Create Customer Personas in Canva

    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

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    31 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Global Politics

    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

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    57 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization

    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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    44 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Generative Deep Learning with TensorFlow

    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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    313 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    MathWorks

    MathWorks Computer Vision Engineer

    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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    350 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of London

    Introduction to Who Wrote Shakespeare

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Psychology, Investigation, Creativity, World History, Writing, Performing Arts

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    259 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fudan University

    《新教伦理与资本主义精神》导读

    Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Sociology, European History, Culture, World History, Qualitative Research, Cultural Diversity, Economics, Economic Development, Political Sciences

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    132 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Esports

    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

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    273 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular research courses

  • Cartographie thématique: École normale supérieure
  • User Interface Design and Prototyping: Microsoft
  • A Complete Reinforcement Learning System (Capstone): University of Alberta
  • Innovations in Investment Technology: Artificial Intelligence: University of Michigan
  • Create Customer Personas in Canva: Coursera
  • Global Politics: Università di Napoli Federico II
  • Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Generative Deep Learning with TensorFlow: DeepLearning.AI
  • MathWorks Computer Vision Engineer: MathWorks
  • Introduction to Who Wrote Shakespeare: University of London

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