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.

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Run Chart, Qualitative Research, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Health Informatics, Quantitative Research, Data Collection, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis, Systems Of Measurement, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Cognitive flexibility, Ingenuity, Communication, Creativity, Optimism, Problem Solving, Resilience, Research, Self-Awareness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Innovation, New Product Development, Business Transformation, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Change, Technology Strategies, Product Management, Entrepreneurship, Team Leadership, Business Management, Virtual Teams, Cross-Functional Collaboration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Biological Engineering, Markov Model, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Software, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Simulations, Biochemistry, Computational Thinking, Failure Analysis, Differential Equations, Cell Biology, Hazard Analysis, Technical Design, Chemical Engineering
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Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Hydraulics, Mechanical Engineering, Schematic Diagrams, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Control Systems, Automation Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics, Matlab, Physics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Research, Science and Research, Ancient History, Biology, Physics, Anthropology
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Psychiatry, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health, Psychiatric Assessments, Psychology, Mental Health Therapies, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Pharmacotherapy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Skills you'll gain: Health Technology, Health Informatics, Health Care Administration, Health Information Management, Telehealth, Medical Devices, Electronic Medical Record, Computerized Physician Order Entry, Clinical Documentation, Interoperability, Patient-centered Care, Emerging Technologies, Innovation
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Large Language Modeling, Decision Tree Learning, AI Security, Regression Analysis, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, AI Product Strategy, Statistical Modeling, Python Programming, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Logistic Regression, Deep Learning, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Plot (Graphics), Artificial Neural Networks
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Model Deployment, Generative Model Architectures, Cloud Deployment, Image Analysis, Unsupervised Learning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: User Research, Usability Testing, Prototyping, Design Thinking, Ideation, Internet Of Things, User Experience Design, User Centered Design, Interaction Design, Human Centered Design, Persona Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Investments, Portfolio Management, Return On Investment, Performance Analysis, Finance, Equities, Behavioral Economics, Asset Management, Portfolio Risk, Tax Planning, Market Trend, Regression Analysis
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months