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Information Security Courses

Information security courses can help you learn risk assessment, network security protocols, encryption techniques, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in threat analysis, vulnerability management, and compliance with security regulations. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security information and event management (SIEM) software, demonstrating how these tools are applied to protect data and maintain system integrity.


Popular Information Security Courses and Certifications


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    Packt

    The Complete Pentesting and Privilege Escalation Course

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Exploitation techniques, Scenario Testing, Brute-force attacks, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Assessments, Linux, Command-Line Interface, Cryptography, File Management, Microsoft Windows, Scripting, Virtual Machines

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Hedge Fund Strategies: Analyze, Evaluate & Apply

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Measurement, Portfolio Management, Performance Analysis, Investments, Portfolio Risk, Financial Trading, Benchmarking, Derivatives, Equities, International Finance, Risk Management, Market Liquidity, Financial Regulation, Case Studies

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Coursera

    GenAI for Financial Forecasting and Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Forecasting, Forecasting, Generative AI, Financial Management, Market Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, AI Enablement, Financial Planning, Artificial Intelligence, Market Analysis, Data Quality

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Coursera

    Unlocking Business Insights through Storytelling with Data

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Storytelling, Infographics, Data Literacy, Data Integrity, Data Analysis, Drive Engagement, Storyboarding, Microsoft Excel, Design Elements And Principles

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Storytelling That Delivers Program and Project Outcomes

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Negotiation, Data Presentation, Risk Management, Professional Development, Business Risk Management

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    Institut Mines-Télécom

    Intelligence Digitale pour le bien commun

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy, digital literacy, Emerging Technologies, Digital Communications, Media and Communications, Technology Strategies, Safety and Security, Creativity, Competitive Intelligence, Innovation, Cybersecurity, Computer Literacy, Strategic Leadership

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Introduction au CRM avec HubSpot

    Skills you'll gain: HubSpot CRM, Sales Pipelines, Email Marketing, Dashboard, Sales Process, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Customer Relationship Management, Team Management, Customer Data Management, User Accounts, Marketing

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Leveraging Technology to Achieve Results

    Skills you'll gain: Enterprise Resource Planning, Procurement, Purchasing, Robotic Process Automation, Supply Chain Systems, Business Systems, Business Process Automation, Technology Solutions, Operational Efficiency, AI Enablement, Digital Transformation, Automation, Business Process Improvement, Cost Reduction

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Board Infinity

    Risk Assessment and Management in Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Business Continuity Planning, Risk Mitigation, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Threat Management, IT Management, Vulnerability Management, Business Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Disaster Recovery, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Risk Control, Operational Risk, Cybersecurity, Incident Response, Emerging Technologies, Compliance Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    SkillUp

    The DMAIC Framework: Analyze, Improve, and Control Phase

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Process Controls, Six Sigma Methodology, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process, Data Analysis, Process Improvement, Quality Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Regression Analysis, Process Optimization, Correlation Analysis

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    14 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Conflict Resolution, Negotiations and Crisis Management

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Mediation, Negotiation, Conflict Management, Diplomacy, Leadership, Governance, Public Safety and National Security, International Relations, Social Justice, Diversity and Inclusion, Decision Making, Case Studies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Educación Basada en Evidencias

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Education and Training, Investigation, Pedagogy, Teaching, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Information Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • The Complete Pentesting and Privilege Escalation Course: Packt
  • Hedge Fund Strategies: Analyze, Evaluate & Apply: EDUCBA
  • GenAI for Financial Forecasting and Planning: Coursera
  • Unlocking Business Insights through Storytelling with Data: Coursera
  • Storytelling That Delivers Program and Project Outcomes: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Intelligence Digitale pour le bien commun: Institut Mines-Télécom
  • Introduction au CRM avec HubSpot: Coursera
  • Leveraging Technology to Achieve Results: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Risk Assessment and Management in Cybersecurity: Board Infinity
  • The DMAIC Framework: Analyze, Improve, and Control Phase: SkillUp

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