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Data Security Courses

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.


Popular Data Security Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    SQL CASE Statements

    Skills you'll gain: PostgreSQL, SQL, Query Languages, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, Database Development, Data Management

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    30 reviews

    Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Linear Regression with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, NumPy, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Deep Learning, Data Science, Python Programming

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    438 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Duke University

    Developing Explainable AI (XAI)

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, AI Security, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, AI Product Strategy, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Information Privacy

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    47 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to Recommender Systems: Non-Personalized and Content-Based

    Skills you'll gain: Taxonomy, Spreadsheet Software, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Persona Development, Information Architecture, Text Mining, Descriptive Statistics, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Java Programming

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    658 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    IBM

    Generative AI Advance Fine-Tuning for LLMs

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing, Model Evaluation, Reinforcement Learning, Machine Learning

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    117 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    U

    University of Michigan

    Generative AI: Governance, Policy, and Emerging Regulation

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Governance, Data Governance, Data Management, Compliance Management, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Stakeholder Management, Risk Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Organizational Strategy, Leadership and Management, Risk Management, Accountability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    76 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    S

    Stanford University

    Probabilistic Graphical Models 3: Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Markov Model, Machine Learning, Statistical Modeling, Network Analysis, Probability Distribution, Statistical Methods, Algorithms

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    303 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    F

    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Análise de Dados para Workforce Management

    Skills you'll gain: Workforce Management, People Analytics, Big Data, HR Tech, Workforce Planning, Data Mining, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Human Resource Strategy, Deep Learning, Human Resources Management and Planning, Digital Transformation, Human Resources, Ggplot2, Data Visualization Software, Plot (Graphics), Data Modeling, R Programming, Analytics, Data Science, Data Manipulation

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    78 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Social Media Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Data Visualization, Graph Theory, Relational Databases, Data Visualization Software, Data Storytelling, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Social Sciences, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning, R Programming, Analytics, Sociology, Natural Language Processing, Data Manipulation, Text Mining, Social Impact, Statistical Modeling

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Applied Calculus with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Integral Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Graphing, Numerical Analysis, Python Programming, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Software, Mathematical Modeling, Derivatives, Programming Principles

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    45 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Text Marketing Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Social Network Analysis, Supervised Learning, Unstructured Data, Marketing Analytics, Deep Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, Tensorflow, Text Mining, Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Transfer Learning, Predictive Modeling, Semantic Web, JSON, Statistical Methods, Data Manipulation, Data Structures

    Build toward a degree

    3.1
    Rating, 3.1 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Unsupervised Algorithms in Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Data Science, Python Programming, Statistical Methods, Exploratory Data Analysis, Linear Algebra

    Build toward a degree

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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    24 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular data security courses

  • SQL CASE Statements: Coursera
  • Linear Regression with Python: Coursera
  • Developing Explainable AI (XAI): Duke University
  • Introduction to Recommender Systems: Non-Personalized and Content-Based: University of Minnesota
  • Generative AI Advance Fine-Tuning for LLMs : IBM
  • Generative AI: Governance, Policy, and Emerging Regulation: University of Michigan
  • Probabilistic Graphical Models 3: Learning: Stanford University
  • Análise de Dados para Workforce Management: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Social Media Analytics: Johns Hopkins University
  • Applied Calculus with Python: Johns Hopkins University

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