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.
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Skills you'll gain: Data Synthesis, Network Analysis, Biology, Biotechnology, Data Integration, Systems Engineering, Laboratory Testing, Bioinformatics, Systems Integration, Research, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Global Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Business Modeling, Innovation, Team Building, Storytelling, Market Research, Team Management, Oral Expression, Entrepreneurial Finance, New Product Development, Business Strategies, Project Design, Team Leadership, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Financial Planning, Customer Engagement, Business Ethics, Competitive Analysis
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Quality Management, Lean Methodologies, Process Improvement, Operations Management, Process Management, Performance Improvement, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Business Process, Process Analysis, Waste Minimization, Operational Efficiency, Quality Assessment, Project Management, Six Sigma Methodology, Healthcare Industry Knowledge
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Geneva
Skills you'll gain: Media and Communications, Healthcare Ethics, Epidemiology, Mathematical Modeling, Infectious Diseases, Crisis Intervention, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Emergency Response, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Health Disparities, International Relations, Public Health, Microbiology, Health Systems, Immunology, Medical Science and Research, Patient Treatment, Community Health
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Research, Content Creation, digital literacy, Storytelling, Creativity, Web Content, Digital Design, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Electronic Media, Multimedia, Diversity Awareness
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Survey Creation, Interviewing Skills, Data Collection, Research Design, Qualitative Research, Research, Cultural Sensitivity, Statistical Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, Usability, Test Tools, Interaction Design, Human Computer Interaction, Test Planning, User Research, Product Development, Web Analytics and SEO
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, AI Enablement, Market Research, Financial Forecasting, AI Personalization, Business Solutions, LLM Application, Generative AI, Strategic Decision-Making, Supply Chain Management, Innovation, Forecasting, Customer Support, Artificial Intelligence
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Advocacy, Immigration Law, Community and Social Work, Human Services, Social Justice, World History, Legal Research, Legal Proceedings, International Relations, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Case Studies
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Policy Development, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Policy Analysis, Data Quality, Surveys, Program Evaluation, Research, Statistical Analysis, Research Design
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Exploratorium
Skills you'll gain: Developing Training Materials, Collaboration, Creativity, Mechanics, Research, Creative Problem-Solving, Experimentation, Innovation, Mechanical Design, Aesthetics, Construction
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

IE Business School
Skills you'll gain: Marketing Planning, Customer Engagement, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Management, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Strategies, Marketing, Market Research, Market Analysis, Market Dynamics, Brand Management, Customer experience strategy (CX), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Measurement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks