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.

Skills you'll gain: Data Wrangling, Command-Line Interface, Data Transformation, Data Processing, Data Pipelines, Google Cloud Platform, Data Integration, Data Management, Database Administration
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Corporate Finance Institute
Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Feature Engineering, Data Science, Data Analysis, Business Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Regression Analysis, Data Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Business Intelligence, Data Storytelling, Machine Learning, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Classification Algorithms
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Scientific Visualization, Data Storytelling, Heat Maps, Data Mapping
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Data Ethics, Transfer Learning, Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Feature Engineering, Model Deployment, AI Security, Advertising, Marketing, Information Privacy
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Probability Distribution, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Dashboard, Data Analysis, Data Science, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Jupyter, Matplotlib, Data Preprocessing, Data Cleansing, Pandas (Python Package), Statistical Inference, Statistics, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Machine Learning
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Data Literacy, Statistical Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Applied Mathematics, Theoretical Computer Science, Probability Distribution, Artificial Intelligence
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft 365, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Analysis
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Data Integration, Performance Tuning, Serverless Computing, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Quality, Data Transformation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Scientific Visualization, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Plot (Graphics), Statistical Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Scatter Plots, NumPy, Python Programming
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: SQL, Database Design, Database Management, Relational Databases, Data Manipulation, Databases, Data Import/Export, PostgreSQL, Database Management Systems, Data Integrity
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Identity and Access Management, Information Privacy, Encryption, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Authentications, User Provisioning, Cybersecurity, Threat Modeling, Multi-Factor Authentication, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Attacks, Computer Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Data Management, Security Management, Cyber Risk, Security Awareness
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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