Network security courses can help you learn about firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols. You can build skills in risk assessment, incident response, and vulnerability management. Many courses introduce tools like Wireshark for network analysis, Nessus for vulnerability scanning, and various security information and event management (SIEM) systems, showing how these skills are applied in practical work to protect networks from cyber threats.

TecnolĂłgico de Monterrey
Skills you'll gain: Web Analytics, Google Analytics, Social Media, Search Engine Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Market Research, Digital Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Content Performance Analysis, Analytical Skills, Online Advertising, Social Media Strategy, Email Marketing, Customer Data Management, Analytics, Target Audience, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Social Network Analysis, Facebook
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Session Initiation Protocols, Android Studio, Android Development, Internet Of Things, Communication Systems, Network Protocols, Telecommunications, Wireless Networks, Mobile Development, Application Development, Embedded Systems, Open Source Technology
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Software Design Patterns, OpenAI API, Application Design, Database Management, AI Enablement, Software Architecture, System Design and Implementation, Software Development, Query Languages, Secure Coding, Application Programming Interface (API), Performance Tuning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Washington
Skills you'll gain: Text Mining, Unstructured Data, Quantitative Research, Data Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Data Mining, Interactive Data Visualization, Analytics, Correlation Analysis, Application Programming Interface (API), R Programming, Regression Analysis, Data Collection, Big Data, Python Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Needs Assessment, Rapport Building, Communication, Active Listening
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, OSI Models, Network Monitoring, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, TCP/IP, General Networking, Local Area Networks, Network Analysis, Network Protocols, Network Infrastructure, Software-Defined Networking, Network Administration, Networking Hardware, Network Switches
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Relational Databases, SQL, Databases, R Programming, Database Management, Data Science, Data Modeling, Query Languages, Data Access, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Google Workspace, Generative AI, Productivity Software, Google Cloud Platform, AI Workflows, Enterprise Security
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Docker (Software), Containerization, Cloud-Native Computing, Application Deployment, YAML, Devops Tools, Command-Line Interface, Google Cloud Platform, Web Applications, Cloud Deployment, Data Persistence, Development Environment, Configuration Management, Virtual Networking, Nginx, CI/CD, MongoDB, Service Management, Infrastructure Security
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Marketing, Paid media, Digital Media Strategy, Online Advertising, Campaign Management, Search Engine Marketing, Digital Advertising, Digital Marketing, Pay Per Click Advertising, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Owned Media, Marketing Planning, Earned Media, Marketing Design, Analytics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Royal Holloway, University of London
Skills you'll gain: Human Factors (Security), Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Security Awareness, Social Sciences, Exploitation techniques, Culture, Psychology, Survey Creation, Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, Responsible AI, Compliance Management, Governance, Regulatory Compliance, Artificial Intelligence, Risk Analysis, Case Studies, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Risk Management, Accountability, Regulatory Requirements
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks