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.

Eindhoven University of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Scientific Methods, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Quantitative Research, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Sample Size Determination, Research, R Programming, Data Sharing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Economics, Storytelling, Data Storytelling, Economics, Economic Development, Financial Forecasting, Forecasting, Socioeconomics, Social Studies, Consumer Behaviour, Analysis, Complex Problem Solving
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing, Web Analytics and SEO, Marketing Strategies, Digital Advertising, Keyword Research, Digital Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Advertising, Brand Strategy, Market Analysis, Goal Setting
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Research, Vocabulary, Climate Change Adaptation, Literacy, English Language, Environment, Sustainable Technologies, Environmental Science, Grammar, Emerging Technologies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Data Collection, Survey Creation, Research Design, Data Quality, Data Analysis, Data Validation, Sampling (Statistics), Data Management, Big Data, Statistical Methods
Intermediate · 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

Skills you'll gain: Sales Development, General Sales Practices, Phone Sales, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Communication Strategies, Marketing Psychology, Drive Engagement, Customer Engagement
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Child Welfare, Research, Research Methodologies, Family Support, Working With Children, Trauma Care, Child Development, Social Sciences, Human Development, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Case Studies
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Critical Thinking
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Manchester
Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Sustainable Technologies, Process Engineering, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Sustainable Engineering, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Pharmaceuticals, Biomedical Engineering, Materials science, Scalability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Leeds
Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Technical Communication, Scientific Visualization, Infographics, Data Visualization Software, Technical Writing, Statistical Visualization, Communication, Writing, Generative AI, Responsible AI
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Biostatistics, Statistical Visualization, Epidemiology, Quantitative Research, Descriptive Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Probability Distribution, Statistics, Public Health, Sample Size Determination
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months