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.
University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI), Graphic and Visual Design, UI/UX Strategy, User Interface (UI) Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Mockups, Layout Design, Web Design, Responsive Web Design, Digital Design, Wireframing, Design Elements And Principles, Usability, Design Strategies, Prototyping
★ 4.5 (579) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Security, ChatGPT, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI Agents, Crisis Management, Generative AI, LLM Application, Incident Response, Responsible AI, AI literacy, OpenAI, OpenAI API, Expense Management, AI Personalization, AI Enablement, Cyber Governance, AI powered creativity, Cybersecurity
★ 4.8 (8.5K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Software Visualization, Object Oriented Design, Software Engineering, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Project Risk Management, Application Design, Web Applications, Software Development Life Cycle, Risk Management, Case Studies, Web Development, Software Development Methodologies, Application Development, Program Development, Python Programming, Application Frameworks, Software Design, Programming Principles, Computer Programming
★ 2.6 (16) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

The State University of New York
Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Brainstorming, Planning, Information Management, Research, Critical Thinking, Investigation, Literacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Databases
★ 4.7 (197) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Public Affairs, Information Management, Habit Formation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The State University of New York
Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Information Management, Research, Literacy, Lifelong Learning, Critical Thinking, Investigation, Intellectual Property, Planning, Communication, Constructive Feedback, Data Access, Style Guides
★ 4.9 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The State University of New York
Skills you'll gain: Digital Design, digital literacy, Infographics, Content Creation, Graphic Design, Digital Publishing, Multimedia, Creative Design, Visual Design, Open Source Technology, Document Management, Peer Review, Communication, Design Thinking
★ 4.9 (141) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: ArcGIS, GIS Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Data Storytelling, Geographic Information Systems, Data Presentation, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geospatial Mapping, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Data Sharing, Public Health, Land Management, Heat Maps, Geostatistics, Epidemiology, Community Health, Image Analysis, Land Development, Project Management
★ 4.8 (6.5K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: MySQL Workbench, MySQL, Database Development, Database Management, Databases, Database Management Systems, Relational Databases, Management Information Systems, SQL
★ 4.4 (32) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
Skills you'll gain: Quantum computing, Communication Systems, Emerging Technologies, Theoretical Computer Science, Information Technology
★ 4.4 (170) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Brute-force attacks, Cryptographic Protocols, Encryption, Key Management, Cybersecurity, Computer Security, Information Assurance, Theoretical Computer Science, Threat Modeling, Communication Systems
★ 4.5 (550) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, English Language, Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Language Learning, Grammar
★ 4.3 (59) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months