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 Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, User Research, User Experience Design, Design Research, Usability Testing, User Centered Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Human Centered Design, Data Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Information Architecture
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Organizational Strategy, Business Research, Project Management, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Business Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Communication, Analysis, Report Writing, Business Writing, Presentations
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Taxonomy, AI Personalization, Spreadsheet Software, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Statistical Methods, Persona Development, Text Mining, Descriptive Statistics, Data Collection, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Java
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Community Health, Health Policy, Health Equity, Social Determinants Of Health, Social Sciences, Cultural Responsiveness, Qualitative Research, Program Evaluation, Research Methodologies, Collaboration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Campaign Management, Strategic Communication, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Resource Allocation, Media Strategy, Brand Management, Earned Media, Communication Strategies, Owned Media, Public Relations, Shared Media, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Goal Setting, Target Audience, Research and Design, Research, Market Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Interviewing Skills, Data Collection, Sampling (Statistics), Unstructured Data, Research Methodologies, Qualitative Research, Data Validation, Data Quality, Text Mining
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Geneva
Skills you'll gain: Investment Management, Performance Measurement, Portfolio Management, Asset Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Performance Analysis, FinTech, Finance, Financial Market, Risk Management, Equities, Sustainable Business, Behavioral Economics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Strategic Leadership, Professional Development, Business Ethics, Initiative and Leadership, Personal Integrity, Employee Coaching, Overcoming Objections, Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Empowerment, Self-Awareness, Conflict Management, Personal Development, Decision Making, Program Implementation, Action Oriented, Verbal Communication Skills, Plan Execution, Case Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Geneva
Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Scientific Visualization, Physical Science, Research, Quantitative Research, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Simulations, Mechanics, Chemistry
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Spanish Language, Oral Expression, Oral Comprehension, Culture, Writing and Editing, Vocabulary, Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Cognitive flexibility, Ingenuity, Communication, Creativity, Optimism, Problem Solving, Resilience, Research, Self-Awareness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistical Software, Statistical Programming, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Jupyter, Exploratory Data Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Probability Distribution, Python Programming, Data Visualization Software
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks