Data mining courses can help you learn data preprocessing, pattern recognition, and predictive modeling techniques. You can build skills in clustering, classification, and anomaly detection, that support extracting meaningful insights from large datasets. Many courses introduce tools like Python, R, and SQL, along with software such as RapidMiner and Weka, to help you apply these skills in real-world data analysis projects.

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Dashboard, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Infographics, Data Visualization Software, Business Reporting, Data Ethics, Storytelling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Bioinformatics, Theoretical Computer Science, Network Model, Programming Principles, Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Computational Thinking, Analysis, Computer Science, Network Routing, Probability, Pseudocode, Computational Logic, Operations Research
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Data Science, Machine Learning Methods, R Programming, Statistical Inference, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Real Time Data, Data Pipelines, Data Transformation, Data Integration, Data Processing, Extract, Transform, Load, Power BI, Data Lakes, PySpark, Apache Spark, Data Quality, Data Governance, Analytics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Plotly, Model Evaluation, NumPy, Plot (Graphics), Dashboard, Statistics, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Analytics, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Probability, Data Science, Statistical Modeling, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft 365, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Analysis
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Core Data (Software), JSON, Apple iOS, Data Persistence, Database Application, Mobile Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Access, Swift Programming, Model View Controller, Data Modeling, UI Components, Network Protocols, User Interface (UI), Debugging
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization, Graphing, Matplotlib, Data Visualization Software, Graphical Tools, Histogram, Data Analysis, Python Programming
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, NumPy, Pandas (Python Package), Pivot Tables And Charts, Business Reporting, Data Manipulation, Analytics, Data Processing, Management Reporting, Data Wrangling, Business Analytics, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Data Transformation, Statistical Analysis, Data Management, Descriptive Statistics, Linear Algebra
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: SQL, MySQL, Data Manipulation, Data Access, PostgreSQL, Data Management
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Visualization, Statistical Inference, Data Visualization Software, Correlation Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Probability & Statistics, Regression Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Analysis, Excel Formulas, Statistical Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Trend Analysis, Forecasting, Variance Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Data Integration, Databases, Data Warehousing, Data Import/Export, Data Migration, Data Manipulation, Data Mapping, Software Installation, Data Transformation, Version Control
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks