Database management courses can help you learn data modeling, SQL querying, database design, and normalization techniques. You can build skills in data integrity, performance tuning, and backup strategies to ensure efficient database operations. Many courses introduce tools like MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB, demonstrating how these technologies support data storage and retrieval while enhancing your ability to manage large datasets effectively.

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Detection, Threat Management, Threat Modeling, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Endpoint Detection and Response, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Anomaly Detection, Generative AI, Endpoint Security, Event Monitoring, System Monitoring, Network Analysis, Linux
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Multi-Factor Authentication, Data Security, Security Strategy, Azure Active Directory, Database Architecture and Administration, Virtual Machines, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Security, Security Controls, Identity and Access Management, Network Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Encryption, Threat Detection
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Starweaver
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Business Analysis, Business Systems Analysis, Organizational Change, Stakeholder Communications, Requirements Analysis, Stakeholder Analysis, Change Management, Performance Analysis, Project Performance, Performance Measurement, Business Development, Process Improvement, Quality Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Threat Management, Vulnerability Management, Identity and Access Management, Data Security, Cloud-Native Computing, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Authentications, Cloud Computing, Vulnerability Assessments, Multi-Factor Authentication, Data Governance, Personally Identifiable Information, Authorization (Computing), Infrastructure Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Containerization, Network Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Network Monitoring, Command-Line Interface, Cloud Services, General Networking, Linux, Windows PowerShell, Virtual Machines
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Routing Protocols, TCP/IP, Network Troubleshooting, OSI Models, Network Switches, Data Centers, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Protocols, Network Security, Network Routing, Computer Networking, Virtual Machines, Network Monitoring, Wide Area Networks, Virtualization, Wireless Networks, Firewall, Network Model, Networking Hardware, Local Area Networks
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Stakeholder Management, Technical Management, Engineering Management, Negotiation, Mentorship, Meeting Facilitation, Decision Making, Team Leadership, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Culture Transformation, Team Management, Leadership and Management, Courage, Growth Mindedness, Business Leadership, Team Building, Collaboration, Communication
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Apache Hadoop, Big Data, Apache Hive, Apache Spark, NoSQL, Data Infrastructure, File Systems, Data Processing, Data Management, Analytics, Data Science, Databases, SQL, Query Languages, Data Manipulation, Java, Data Structures, Distributed Computing, Scripting Languages, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
McMaster University
Skills you'll gain: Financial Analysis, Financial Market, Cash Flows, Financial Modeling, Investments, Business Valuation, Financial Data, Risk Management, Market Dynamics, Decision Making, Analytical Skills, Case Studies
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, Network Troubleshooting, Computer Networking, Information Systems Security, Cloud Management, Linux, IT Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Microsoft Windows, Network Security, Network Protocols, TCP/IP, Application Security, Systems Administration, Remote Access Systems, Desktop Support, Technical Support, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Help Desk Support, Software Installation
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Storage, OSI Models, General Networking, Wireless Networks, Data Storage Technologies, Local Area Networks, Networking Hardware, Computer Networking, Network Architecture, Network Infrastructure, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Microsoft Windows, Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, System Configuration, Wide Area Networks, Hardware Architecture, Command-Line Interface
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: AI Orchestration, LangChain, OpenAI API, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Patterns, AI Workflows, Prompt Engineering, Agentic systems, AI Security, Large Language Modeling, Business Logic, File I/O, Transaction Processing, Document Management, Persona Development, Coordination, Plan Execution
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months