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.

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Probability & Statistics, Microsoft Excel, Descriptive Statistics, Business Analytics, Box Plots, Probability Distribution, Data Visualization, Probability, Statistics, Business Mathematics, Spreadsheet Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Algebra, Bayesian Statistics, Arithmetic, Case Studies, Statistical Analysis, Quantitative Research, Data Analysis, Correlation Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Microbiology, Drug Development, Infectious Diseases, Biotechnology, Clinical Trials, Medical Science and Research, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Molecular Biology, Laboratory Research, Emerging Technologies
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Software, Operational Analysis, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Algorithms, Business Modeling, Complex Problem Solving
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Community Development, Governance, Sustainable Development, Systems Thinking, Information Technology, Economic Development, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Digital Transformation, Stakeholder Engagement, Case Studies
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

L&T EduTech
Skills you'll gain: Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Analysis, Building Codes, Building Services Engineering, Electrical Systems, Public Works, Transportation Operations, Building Information Modeling, Construction Inspection, Structural Engineering, Construction, Architecture and Construction, Engineering Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Practices, Contract Management, Construction Management, Quality Assurance, Laboratory Testing
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

The University of Hong Kong
Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Healthcare Ethics, Community Health, Emergency Response, Research, Immunology, Microbiology, Risk Analysis, Media and Communications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Operational Efficiency, Business Operations, Operations Management, Operational Analysis, Process Management, Business Process, Business Process Improvement, Process Improvement, Customer experience improvement, Growth Strategies, Technology Strategies
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Post-Production, Music, Media Production, Editing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Jupyter, Sampling (Statistics), Artificial Neural Networks, Algorithms
Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Universidades Anáhuac
Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, General Science and Research, Science and Research, Research, Systems Thinking, Deductive Reasoning, Social Sciences, Qualitative Research, Quantitative Research
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Process Analysis, Operational Performance Management, Capacity Planning, Operational Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Operations Management, Operational Efficiency, Business Operations, Process Optimization, Business Metrics, Business Workflow Analysis, Performance Analysis, Business Process Management, Return On Investment, Customer Analysis, Resource Utilization, Customer experience improvement
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Endocrinology, Physiology, Neurology, Clinical Practices, Life Sciences, Medical Terminology, Biology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months