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.
Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Oncology, Cell Biology, Biology, Pathology, Molecular Biology, Laboratory Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Biostatistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Logistic Regression, Regression Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Methods, Statistical Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Epidemiology, Quantitative Research, Descriptive Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Probability Distribution, Public Health, Scientific Methods, Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Advanced Analytics, Predictive Modeling
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Market Research, User Story, User Interface (UI), Competitive Intelligence, Usability, Persona Development, Microsoft Copilot, Product Development, Market Analysis, Product Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Design Thinking, Product Roadmaps, User Interface (UI) Design, Market Opportunities, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Data Governance
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Business Ethics, Strategic Decision-Making, Data Management, Strategic Thinking, Information Privacy, Market Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Governance, Strategic Leadership, Artificial Intelligence, Market Analysis, Diversity and Inclusion, Regulatory Requirements, Social Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Georgia Institute of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Structural Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanics, Engineering
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Lund University
Skills you'll gain: Editing, Proofreading, Writing, Grammar, English Language, Literacy, Style Guides, Formal Learning, Vocabulary
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Transfer Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Model Evaluation, Vision Transformer (ViT), Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Unsupervised Learning, Autoencoders, Artificial Neural Networks, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Logistic Regression, Tensorflow, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning Methods, Image Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Model Deployment
Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, Experimentation, Critical Thinking, Research Design, Behavioral Economics, Decision Making, Regression Analysis, Statistical Inference, Probability, Correlation Analysis, Adaptability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Sustainable Development, Corporate Sustainability, Business Planning, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Consumer Behaviour, Environmental Issue, Sustainability Reporting, Business Strategies, Product Design, Design Thinking, Market Research, Business Development, Value Propositions, Innovation, Communication Strategies
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Data Modeling, Model Deployment, Data Science, Data Preprocessing, Data Cleansing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Mining, Predictive Modeling, Data Manipulation, Model Evaluation, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Business Requirements, Decision Tree Learning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The University of Sydney
Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Stress Management, Mindfulness, Psychiatry, Positivity, Optimism, Resilience, Behavioral Health, Mental Health Therapies, Psychotherapy, Personal Development, Mental and Behavioral Health, Creativity, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Substance Abuse, Empowerment, Relationship Building, Exercise Therapy
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Contraindication, Pain Management, Nursing Practices, Clinical Practices, Patient Safety, Clinical Research, Stress Management, Patient Education And Counseling, Regulatory Compliance, Science and Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months