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.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Statistical Modeling, Regression Analysis, Data Ethics, Statistical Methods, Data Science, R Programming, Data Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Probability & Statistics, Model Evaluation, Feature Engineering
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Data Visualization Software, Graphing, Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Histogram, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Large Language Modeling, Embeddings, Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, Transfer Learning, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Data Ethics, Artificial Neural Networks, Classification Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Feature Engineering
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Social Impact, Legal Technology, Intellectual Property, Business Ethics, Economic Development, Economics, Content Creation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Apache Spark, Data Pipelines, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), PySpark, IBM Cloud, Jupyter, Docker (Software), Machine Learning, Data Science, Python Programming, Scalability, Design Thinking
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Creative Problem-Solving, HR Tech, Marketing, Information Privacy, Critical Thinking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Probability Distribution, Applied Mathematics, Statistical Inference
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Unstructured Data, Semantic Web, Statistical Methods, Text Mining, Data Structures, JSON, Natural Language Processing, Data Visualization Software, Python Programming
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Box Plots, Correlation Analysis, Data Visualization, Scatter Plots, Data Cleansing, Statistical Visualization, Data Manipulation, Pandas (Python Package), Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Python Programming
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Keras (Neural Network Library), Tensorflow, Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Information Systems, Database Software, Database Systems, Database Design, Information Management, Data Modeling, Diagram Design, Relational Databases, Database Management, Data Management
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

New York Institute of Finance
Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Financial Trading, Deep Learning, Portfolio Management, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Markov Model, Portfolio Risk, Financial Market, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Risk Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks