Data security courses can help you learn encryption techniques, risk assessment strategies, incident response planning, and compliance regulations. You can build skills in vulnerability management, threat detection, and secure coding practices. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and data loss prevention software, demonstrating how these skills are applied to protect sensitive information and maintain system integrity.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Programming Principles, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Debugging, Data Cleansing, Problem Solving, Code Reusability, Spreadsheet Software, Data Management, Automation
★ 4.8 (4.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universiteit Leiden
Skills you'll gain: Predictive Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Model Evaluation, R Programming, Advanced Analytics, Preventative Care, Statistical Modeling, Sample Size Determination, Regression Analysis, Statistical Machine Learning, Precision Medicine, Data Preprocessing, Statistical Methods
★ 4.6 (25) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Restful API, API Design, ASP.NET, Application Programming Interface (API), GraphQL, .NET Framework, Object-Relational Mapping, Data Modeling, Data Store, Relational Databases, Middleware, C# (Programming Language), Query Languages, Transact-SQL, Data Mapping, Application Frameworks, Data Access, Back-End Web Development, Data Persistence, Configuration Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Software, Statistical Modeling, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Methods, Advanced Analytics, Regression Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Data Analysis Software, Research, Model Evaluation, Data Modeling
★ 4.8 (98) · Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute
Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Model Optimization, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Jupyter, Statistical Machine Learning, Decision Tree Learning, Model Training, Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing, Business Solutions, Python Programming, Regression Analysis, Performance Analysis, Data Processing
★ 4.7 (417) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Decision Tree Learning, Data Preprocessing, Data Transformation, Supervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Feature Engineering, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Classification Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Model Training
★ 4.6 (233) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Virtual Networking, Virtual Machines, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Cloud Computing Architecture, Virtualization, Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, Network Architecture, Firewall, Infrastructure Security, Network Planning And Design, Network Engineering, System Configuration, Security Controls, Network Routing, Digital Forensics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Cape Town
Skills you'll gain: Biostatistics, Statistical Methods, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Literacy, Probability & Statistics, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Research, Medical Science and Research, Clinical Trials, Statistical Analysis, Science and Research, Quantitative Research, Statistics, Scientific Methods, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Inference, Probability, Epidemiology
★ 4.8 (3.7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: GitLab, CI/CD, Version Control, Continuous Integration, DevSecOps, Continuous Delivery, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Devops Tools, DevOps, Continuous Deployment, Package and Software Management, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Docker (Software), Containerization, Code Review, Application Deployment, Data Pipelines, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Data Integration
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management, Supplier Management, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Supplier Performance Management, Supply Management, Supply Chain Management, Benchmarking, Business Analytics, Contract Negotiation, Analytics, Business Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Data Analysis, Financial Analysis, Data Storytelling
★ 4.6 (26) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

SkillsBooster Academy
Skills you'll gain: AI literacy, Anthropic Claude, Prompt Engineering, Google Gemini, LinkedIn, Interviewing Skills, Microsoft Copilot, Artificial Intelligence, Professional Development, Data Analysis, Communication, Google Sheets, Presentations, Google Workspace, Personal Development, Google Docs, Microsoft PowerPoint, Writing and Editing, Learning Strategies, Productivity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: User Provisioning, User Accounts, Cloud Management, Mobile Security, Cloud Computing, Security Controls, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, Authentications, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Cyber Security Policies, Single Sign-On (SSO), System Configuration, Google Workspace, Event Monitoring
★ 4.6 (2.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months