Automation courses can help you learn process optimization, workflow design, and robotic process automation (RPA). You can build skills in scripting, system integration, and data analysis to streamline operations. Many courses introduce tools like UiPath, Automation Anywhere, and Zapier, that support implementing automation solutions and enhancing productivity across various industries.

Skills you'll gain: Authentications, OAuth, Back-End Web Development, Event-Driven Programming, Database Management, Databases, Authorization (Computing), Redis, Secure Coding, Application Programming Interface (API), Restful API, Email Automation, Data Migration
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, OpenAI, Development Environment, Game Design, Agentic systems, Web Scraping
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Process Control, Machine Controls, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Embedded Systems, Electronic Hardware, Embedded Software, Automation Engineering, Hardware Design, Electronics Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronic Systems, Electronics, Electrical Systems, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electronic Components, Power Electronics, Three-Phase, Torque (Physics)
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Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Mitigation, Risk Modeling, Analysis, Personally Identifiable Information, Accountability, Data Ethics, Automation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnKartS
Skills you'll gain: Product Knowledge, AI Enablement, Ideation, Value Propositions, E-Commerce, Digital Transformation, Email Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Video Production
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Deepseek, LangChain, Generative AI, LLM Application, Tool Calling, AI Workflows, AI Orchestration, Prompt Engineering, Automation, Data Integration, Cross Platform Development, Systems Integration
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Systems Analysis, AI Workflows, Business Analysis, Systems Architecture, Solution Architecture, Business Process Automation, Stakeholder Analysis, Prototyping, Software Architecture, Consulting, Systems Thinking, Responsible AI, Machine Learning, Business Communication, Project Documentation, Stakeholder Communications, Technical Consulting
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Data-Driven Decision-Making, AI Product Strategy, Legal Technology, Data Management, Business Process Automation, Technology Strategies, Business Leadership, Business Transformation, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Customer experience improvement, Customer Service, Machine Learning
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Management, Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management, Supplier Performance Management, Negotiation, Vendor Management, Contract Negotiation, Request For Quotation (RFQ), Case Studies, Stakeholder Management, Contract Management, Purchasing, Market Analysis, Request for Proposal, Competitive Analysis, Risk Management, Supply Chain Management, Supply Management, Business Ethics
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Robotics, Embedded Software, Automation, Software Architecture, Simulations, Safety Assurance, Hardware Architecture, Systems Architecture, Computer Vision, Mathematical Modeling, Safety Standards, Global Positioning Systems
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Generative AI, AI Enablement, Decision Making, Information Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, ChatGPT, Data Ethics, LLM Application, AI Personalization, Generative AI, Digital pedagogy, Email Automation, Educational Materials, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months