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.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Supply Chain, Continuous Improvement Process, Operations, Process Improvement, Supply Chain Management, Quality Management, Lean Manufacturing, Business Technologies, Process Capability, Statistical Analysis, Inventory Control, Sustainable Business, Network Planning And Design, Statistical Methods, Customer Demand Planning, Vendor Contracts, Process Control, Corporate Sustainability, Program Management
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Psychology, Social Impact, Social Sciences, Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Child Development, Life Sciences, Biology, Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Novartis
Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Drug Development, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacology, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Pharmacotherapy, Chemistry, Manufacturing and Production
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Virginia Darden School Foundation
Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Customer Insights, ChatGPT, Branding, Design Thinking, Keyword Research, Search Engine Marketing, Pay Per Click Advertising, Brand Awareness, Brand Strategy, Digital Marketing, Marketing Design, Generative AI, Customer experience strategy (CX), Marketing Management, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Personalized Service, Prompt Engineering, AI Personalization, Machine Learning
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Content Creation, Social Media Strategy, Search Engine Optimization, Content Marketing, Social Media, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Digital Media Strategy, Keyword Research, Search Engine Marketing, Target Audience, Brand Awareness, Influencing, Relationship Building
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Marketing, Marketing Planning, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Market Research, Go To Market Strategy, Marketing Budgets, Product Marketing, Business Marketing, Business Analytics, Market Analysis, Target Market, Budgeting, Product Development, Consumer Behaviour, Entrepreneurship
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Compliance Management, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Risk, Business Ethics, Internal Controls, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Risk Management, Due Diligence, Employee Training, International Relations, Operations Management, Strategic Planning, Case Studies
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Social Justice, Advocacy, Public Policies, Political Sciences, Health Policy, Social Impact, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Program Evaluation, Community and Social Work, Public Administration, Case Studies, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Research, Problem Solving
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Content Performance Analysis, Marketing and Public Relations, Editing, Customer Insights, Content Development and Management, Proofreading, Public Relations, Integrated Marketing Communications, Customer Analysis, Content Creation, Marketing Communications, Persona Development, Writing and Editing, Content Management, Content Marketing, Content Strategy, Generative AI, Marketing Strategies
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Interactive Brokers
Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Financial Acumen, Investments, Supply And Demand, Real Estate, Income Statement, Risk Management, Market Dynamics, Market Trend, Portfolio Management, Growth Strategies, Business Economics, Portfolio Risk, Economics, Business Valuation, Financial Trading, Technical Analysis, Research
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Tecnológico de Monterrey
Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Statistical Process Controls, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement, Process Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process, Customer Analysis, Waste Minimization, Quality Management, Return On Investment, Process Mapping, Project Management, Cost Benefit Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Goal Setting, Communication, Business Research, Stakeholder Communications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks