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.

University of Cambridge
Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Psychology, Neurology, Child Development, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Anatomy, Physiology, Biology, Research
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Responsible AI, Graph Theory, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Research, Model Evaluation, Social Sciences, Statistical Analysis, Amazon Web Services, R Programming, Tensorflow, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Research Design, Sociology, Driving engagement, Machine Learning Methods, Behavioral Economics
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, General Science and Research, Research, Scientific Methods, Environment, Peer Review, Timelines, World History
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad Austral
Skills you'll gain: Student Engagement, Teaching, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Experimentation, Diversity Awareness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Social Justice, Social Impact, Advocacy, Student Engagement, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Performing Arts, Creativity, Cultural Diversity, Research
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Product Development, Product Design, Design Thinking, Persona Development, Innovation, Prototyping, Market Research, Ideation, Target Market, Product Requirements, Wireframing, Customer Insights
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

IESE Business School
Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Process Improvement, Performance Improvement, Process Design, Process Analysis, Inventory Management, Process Management, Business Operations, Operational Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Operational Efficiency, Inventory Management System, Workflow Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Inventory Control, Capacity Management, Prioritization, Service Level, Resource Utilization
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Human Centered Design, Design Thinking, Change Management, Storytelling, Analysis, Data Storytelling, Data Analysis, Complex Problem Solving, Social Impact, Stakeholder Analysis, Innovation, Quantitative Research, Strategic Communication, Analytics, Diversity and Inclusion, Qualitative Research, Resource Allocation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Università di Napoli Federico II
Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Governance, World History, Research Methodologies, Case Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Water Resource Management, Water Sustainability, Hydrology, Case Studies, Natural Resource Management, Civil Engineering, Climate Change Adaptation, Legal Research, Environmental Laws, Environmental Issue, Cultural Sensitivity, Conflict Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Standard Operating Procedure, Operational Efficiency, Lean Methodologies, Quality Assurance, Procedure Development, Operations Management, Safety Standards, Occupational Safety And Health, Process Management, Process Optimization, Workforce Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Risk Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

SkillUp
Skills you'll gain: Google Ads, Online Advertising, Pay Per Click Advertising, Paid media, Keyword Research, Marketing Analytics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks