Data security courses can help you learn encryption techniques, risk assessment strategies, incident response planning, and compliance regulations. You can build skills in vulnerability management, threat detection, and secure coding practices. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and data loss prevention software, demonstrating how these skills are applied to protect sensitive information and maintain system integrity.

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Logistic Regression, Transfer Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Artificial Neural Networks, Supervised Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Python Programming, Computer Vision, Medical Imaging
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Dashboard, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Macros, Data Preprocessing, Data Literacy, Data Validation, Data Manipulation, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Data Analysis Software, Microsoft Office, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Business Analytics, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Modeling, Financial Forecasting, Analytical Skills, Advanced Analytics
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Model Evaluation, Unsupervised Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Convolutional Neural Networks, Decision Tree Learning, Computer Vision, Logistic Regression, Supervised Learning, Natural Language Processing, Random Forest Algorithm, Data Science, Predictive Analytics, Algorithms
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Risk Analysis, Decision Making, Predictive Analytics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Business Modeling, Data Analysis, Process Optimization, Market Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Microsoft Excel, Exploratory Data Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Systems Analysis, Resource Utilization, Scalability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Algorithms, Life Sciences
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Grafana, Performance Metric, Data Pipelines, Performance Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Disaster Recovery, Data Analysis, Jupyter, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Ethics, Image Analysis, Emergency Response, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Mitigation, Applied Machine Learning, Text Mining, Environmental Monitoring, Convolutional Neural Networks, Information Privacy, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Supervised Learning, Natural Language Processing
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, Transfer Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Convolutional Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Image Analysis, Autoencoders, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Regression Analysis, Network Architecture, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Transfer Learning, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Applied Machine Learning, Keras (Neural Network Library), Embeddings, Model Evaluation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: User Story, Cloud Deployment, CI/CD, Software Development Life Cycle, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Continuous Integration, Istio, Linux Commands, Software Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Application Deployment, Test Driven Development (TDD), Gherkin (Scripting Language), Restful API, Git (Version Control System), DevOps, Grafana, Software Engineering, Data Import/Export, Application Development
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, Prompt Engineering, AI Workflows, LLM Application, Systems Architecture, Tool Calling, Natural Language Processing, Context Management, Debugging, Verification And Validation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks