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.

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Analytical Skills, Statistics, Systems Of Measurement, Correlation Analysis, Regression Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Supervised Learning, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Reinforcement Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Feature Engineering, Unstructured Data, Model Evaluation, Convolutional Neural Networks, Data Preprocessing, Dimensionality Reduction, Model Deployment
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pittsburgh
Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Court Systems, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Legal Research, Compliance Management, Human Resource Policies, Arbitration, Legal Proceedings, Business Ethics, Governance, Lawsuits, Disabilities, Mediation, Diversity and Inclusion
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Geographic Information Systems, Physics, Environmental Science, Spatial Analysis, Environment, General Science and Research, Remote Access Systems, Life Sciences, Laboratory Research, Biology, Research, Timelines, Systems Of Measurement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Big Data, Sociology, Demography, Socioeconomics, Anthropology, Economics, Data Analysis, Analytics, Cultural Diversity, World History, Quantitative Research
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

28DIGITAL
Skills you'll gain: Personally Identifiable Information, Information Privacy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Data Ethics, International Relations, Cybersecurity, World History, European History, Research, Political Sciences
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Analysis, Manufacturing Processes, Failure Analysis, Chemical Engineering, Engineering Calculations
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

École Polytechnique
Skills you'll gain: Numerical Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Materials science, Mathematical Modeling, Laboratory Research, Differential Equations, Medical Imaging, Physics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Box Plots, Plot (Graphics), Descriptive Statistics, Scatter Plots, Histogram, Jupyter, Matplotlib, Data Presentation, Ggplot2, Statistical Visualization, Data Manipulation, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Regression Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, R Programming, Python Programming
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Blogs, Generative AI Agents, Content Creation, Copywriting, Editing, Customer Advocacy, Brand Management, Target Audience
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Erasmus University Rotterdam
Skills you'll gain: Transportation Operations, Transportation Management, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Case Law, Labor Compliance, Labor Law, Labor Relations, Commercial Laws, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Court Systems, Civil Law, Workers Compensation, Legal Research, Coordination, Benefits Administration
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Environmental Resource Management, Culture, World History, Architecture and Construction, Research Methodologies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months