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.

Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Tensorflow, Keras (Neural Network Library), Matplotlib, NumPy, Artificial Neural Networks, Python Programming, Pandas (Python Package), Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Data Manipulation, Model Evaluation, Classification Algorithms
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Performance Improvement, Statistical Process Controls, Operational Analysis, Process Improvement, Statistical Methods, Continuous Improvement Process, Innovation, Operations Management, Probability & Statistics, Problem Solving
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Embeddings, Deep Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Artificial Neural Networks, Python Programming, Classification Algorithms, Data Preprocessing, Model Evaluation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

HubSpot Academy
Skills you'll gain: Prospecting and Qualification, Sales Presentations, Persona Development, Inside Sales, Sales Prospecting, Sales Process, Target Audience, Sales Strategy, Lead Generation, Customer Analysis, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Professional Networking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Dimensionality Reduction, Unsupervised Learning, Deep Learning, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Feature Engineering, Artificial Neural Networks, Supervised Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Anomaly Detection, Classification Algorithms, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Data Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Box Plots, Pandas (Python Package), Data Visualization, Histogram, Statistical Analysis, Python Programming, Software Installation
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Northwestern University
Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Machine Controls, Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Automation Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Design, Numerical Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Trigonometry, Control Systems, Linear Algebra, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Spatial Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Digital Marketing, Market Analysis, Branding, Product Lifecycle Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Embeddings, Model Evaluation, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Deep Learning, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Artificial Neural Networks, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Classification Algorithms
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Predictive Analytics, Advanced Analytics, Data Cleansing, Unsupervised Learning, Data Analysis, Data Mining, Classification Algorithms, Supervised Learning, Decision Tree Learning, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, Software Design Documents, User Experience Design, UI/UX Research, User Experience, Prototyping, User Research, Test Planning, Design Software
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Tensorflow, Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Predictive Modeling, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning, Embeddings, Data Preprocessing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks