Applied Data Science courses can help you learn data analysis, statistical modeling, machine learning, and data visualization techniques. You can build skills in data cleaning, exploratory data analysis, and predictive analytics to derive insights from complex datasets. Many courses introduce tools like Python, R, and SQL, along with libraries such as Pandas and Scikit-learn, that support implementing data-driven solutions and automating processes in real-world applications.
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Logistic Regression, Statistical Modeling, Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, Regression Analysis, R Programming, Statistics, Data Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Anomaly Detection, Exploratory Data Analysis, Descriptive Analytics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Tsinghua University
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Marketing Analytics, MarTech, Marketing Strategies, Analytics, Case Studies, Digital Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Data Integrity, AI Personalization, Online Advertising, Advanced Analytics, Predictive Analytics
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Performance Testing, Scalability, Data Architecture, Software Architecture, Distributed Computing, Predictive Modeling, Performance Tuning, Microservices, Big Data, Database Architecture and Administration, System Testing, Software Engineering, Model Evaluation
Build toward a degree
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Microsoft Excel, Data Integration, Performance Measurement, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Visualization Software, Spreadsheet Software, Cloud-Based Integration, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Analysis, Microsoft Power Platform, Data Modeling, Business Intelligence, Data Manipulation, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Office, Productivity Software
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Storytelling, Infographics, Data Integrity, Statistical Visualization, Drive Engagement, Presentations, Microsoft Excel, Design Elements And Principles
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Google Analytics, Data Integration
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Pandas (Python Package), Data Import/Export, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Microsoft Excel, NumPy, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Data Wrangling, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Cleansing, Data Preprocessing, R Programming, Data Structures
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Database Design, Databases, PostgreSQL, SQL, Database Management, Query Languages, Data Manipulation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Prompt Engineering, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Plotly, Responsible AI, Data Visualization Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Matplotlib, Seaborn, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Data Integrity
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks