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.
Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Pivot Tables And Charts, Excel Formulas, Graphing, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Histogram, Scatter Plots, Data Import/Export, Data Manipulation, Data Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

MongoDB Inc.
Skills you'll gain: Data Transformation, MongoDB, Data Manipulation, NoSQL, Data Migration, Data Analysis, Query Languages, Data Preprocessing, Data Structures, Network Analysis, Machine Learning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: LangChain, Hugging Face, Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Model Evaluation, Large Language Modeling, CrewAI, OpenAI API, Generative AI Agents, LLM Application, Vector Databases, Tool Calling, ChatGPT, Responsible AI, Embeddings, AI Enablement, AI Workflows, OpenAI, Generative AI, Python Programming
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Cleansing, Rmarkdown, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Analytical Skills, Tableau Software, Dashboard, Stakeholder Communications, Data Literacy, Data Integrity, Case Studies, Data Analysis, Spreadsheet Software, Data Ethics, Ggplot2, Data Visualization Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Validation, Database Management
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Microsoft Azure, Applied Machine Learning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, No-Code Development, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Model Deployment, Artificial Intelligence, Classification Algorithms, Supervised Learning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Algebra, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Geometry
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Columbia University
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Regression Analysis, Statistical Methods, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Modeling, Machine Learning, Experimentation, Data Collection, Probability & Statistics, Research Design, Econometrics, Program Evaluation, Logistic Regression
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, Database Management, PostgreSQL, Data Manipulation
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Data Wrangling, Natural Language Processing, Web Scraping, Databases, Data Processing, Social Sciences, Trend Analysis, Data Collection, Unstructured Data, Simulations, Big Data, Machine Learning, Computational Thinking, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of London
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Environmental Policy, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Descriptive Statistics, Climate Change Programs, Correlation Analysis, Policy Analysis, Scatter Plots, Statistics, Environmental Science, Probability Distribution
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Programming Principles, Python Programming
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Python Programming, Text Mining, Artificial Intelligence, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Data Collection, Data Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks