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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.


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    University of London

    Business and Marketing Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Process Design, Operational Excellence, Business Operations, Operational Efficiency, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Planning, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Strategic Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Business Ethics, Marketing Psychology, Marketing, Global Marketing, Social Sciences, International Relations, Culture, Business, Sustainable Business

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    Illinois Tech

    Marketing Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Global Marketing, Brand Management, Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Branding, Customer Relationship Management, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications, Marketing Channel, Business Ethics, Market Research, Value Propositions, Consumer Behaviour, Corporate Sustainability, Innovation

    Build toward a degree

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    New York University

    Machine Learning and Reinforcement Learning in Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Reinforcement Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Dimensionality Reduction, Unsupervised Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Decision Tree Learning, Predictive Modeling, Financial Trading, Financial Market, Derivatives, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Markov Model, Regression Analysis, Deep Learning, Market Liquidity, Tensorflow

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Advanced Algorithms and Complexity

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Network Routing, Network Model, Graph Theory, Operations Research, Theoretical Computer Science, Network Analysis, Data Structures, Computational Thinking, Linear Algebra, Computer Science, Big Data, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Computational Logic, Probability & Statistics

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    University of Alberta

    Dino 101: Dinosaur Paleobiology

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Physical Science, Life Sciences, Taxonomy, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Environmental Science, Spatial Data Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique

    Comment rédiger et publier un article scientifique (Enseignement par projet)

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Journals, Writing, Research, Science and Research, Research Methodologies, Editing, Proofreading, Document Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Qualitative Research

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Precalculus through Data and Modelling

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Graphing, Trigonometry, R (Software), Analytical Skills, General Mathematics, Statistics, Algebra, Systems Of Measurement, Correlation Analysis, Regression Analysis, Calculus, Geometry

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Eindhoven University of Technology

    Co-design for All: doing co-design in practice

    Skills you'll gain: Human Centered Design, Design Thinking, Research and Design, Design Research, Research, Visual Design, Research Methodologies, Qualitative Research, Case Studies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Diseño de proyectos para promover el bienestar

    Skills you'll gain: Planning, Social Impact, Research Design, Program Evaluation, Constructive Feedback, Strategic Planning, Collaboration, Needs Assessment, Social Determinants Of Health, Goal Setting, Problem Solving

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    Olay

    Cosmetic Product Development

    Skills you'll gain: Product Development, Packaging and Labeling, Prototyping, New Product Development, Product Design, Customer Analysis, Production Process, Sustainable Design, Product Testing, Manufacturing Processes, Product Quality (QA/QC), Consumer Behaviour, Market Research, Innovation, Chemistry, Regulatory Compliance, Market Trend

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Sydney

    Critical Thinking Skills for University Success

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills, Writing, Research, Higher Education, Complex Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Calculus for Machine Learning and Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Applied Mathematics, Calculus, Numerical Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Derivatives

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular research courses

  • Business and Marketing Strategies: University of London
  • Marketing Strategy: Illinois Tech
  • Machine Learning and Reinforcement Learning in Finance: New York University
  • Advanced Algorithms and Complexity: University of California San Diego
  • Dino 101: Dinosaur Paleobiology: University of Alberta
  • Comment rédiger et publier un article scientifique (Enseignement par projet): École Polytechnique
  • Precalculus through Data and Modelling: Johns Hopkins University
  • Co-design for All: doing co-design in practice: Eindhoven University of Technology
  • Diseño de proyectos para promover el bienestar: Universidad de los Andes
  • Cosmetic Product Development: Olay

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