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.

Columbia University
Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Blended Learning, Student Engagement, Digital Transformation, Collaborative Software, Curriculum Development, Teaching, digital literacy, Content Management Systems, Web Design and Development, Planning, Research, Auditing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Marketing Planning, Interviewing Skills, Strategic Marketing, Recruitment, Marketing, Target Market, Presentations, Personal Attributes, Professional Development, Business Writing, Communication, Smart Goals, Storytelling, Writing
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Glasgow
Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills, Research, Persuasive Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Artificial Intelligence, Human Learning, Psychology, Learning Strategies
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Software, Probability & Statistics, Data Analysis, R (Software), Data Visualization, Statistical Inference, Variance Analysis, Sampling (Statistics)
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership and Management, Dealing With Ambiguity, Professional Development, Strategic Decision-Making, Organizational Change, People Development, Innovation, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Learning Styles, Relationship Building, Adaptability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

ISAE-SUPAERO
Skills you'll gain: Safety Culture, Engineering Design Process, Product Development, Systems Design
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Compassion, Patient-centered Care, Empathy, Interpersonal Communications, Active Listening, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Diversity, Self-Awareness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Advocacy, Surveys
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Convolutional Neural Networks, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Image Analysis, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Model Evaluation, Supervised Learning, Algorithms, Statistical Methods, Linear Algebra, Probability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Mathematics Education, Instructional Strategies, Teaching, Digital pedagogy, Curriculum Planning, Simulation and Simulation Software, Interactive Design, Display Devices
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Change Management, Organizational Development, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Organizational Structure, Leadership Development, Case Studies, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Human Relations Movement, Adaptability, Dealing With Ambiguity, Lifelong Learning, Neurology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Data Sharing, Personally Identifiable Information, Clinical Research Ethics, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Healthcare Ethics, Data Security, Data Governance, Information Privacy, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Health Information Management, Informed Consent, Encryption
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks