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Research Courses

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.


Popular Research Courses and Certifications


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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Science Communication: Communicating Trustworthy Information in the Digital World

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Journalism, Media and Communications, Public Affairs, Research, Technical Communication, Driving engagement, Health Policy, Scientific Methods, Digital Communications, Threat Detection, Discussion Facilitation, Data Sharing, Policy Development, Content Creation, Social Sciences

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    Illinois Tech

    Operations and Process Management

    Skills you'll gain: Process Improvement, Process Management, Business Process, Business Process Management, Process Analysis, Business Process Improvement, Performance Improvement, Quality Improvement, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Mapping, Quality Management, Workflow Management, Operational Excellence, Return On Investment, Change Management, Performance Measurement, Risk Management, Business Technologies, Project Management, Pareto Chart

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    Wesleyan University

    Career Decisions: From Insight to Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Design Thinking, Decision Making, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Creative Thinking, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Workforce Development, Dealing With Ambiguity, Adaptability, Growth Mindedness

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Investments II: Lessons and Applications for Investors

    Skills you'll gain: Investments, Portfolio Management, Return On Investment, Performance Analysis, Finance, Equities, Behavioral Economics, Asset Management, Portfolio Risk, Tax Planning, Market Trend, Regression Analysis

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    American Psychological Association

    Observational Methods and Qualitative Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Case Studies, Interviewing Skills, Data Analysis, Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Research, Data Collection, Cultural Diversity, Psychology, Anthropology

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Everyday Chinese Medicine 2

    Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Health Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Health Promotion, Public Health, Pharmacology, Clinical Practices, Nutrition and Diet, Patient Treatment, Clinical Assessment, Exercise Therapy

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    University of London

    Internal Displacement, Conflict and Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Immigration Law, Social Justice, Community Development, Conflict Management, Sustainable Development, Social Impact, International Relations, Social Work, Sociology, Advocacy, Storytelling

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    Sapienza University of Rome

    Paesaggi di Roma Antica. Archeologia e storia del Palatino.

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Scientific Methods, Research, Research Methodologies, Investigation, Spatial Analysis, Art History, Geographic Information Systems, World History, Cultural Responsiveness, Data Integration, Culture, Information Systems

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    University of Michigan

    How to Create a Good Business

    Skills you'll gain: Management Training And Development, Employee Engagement, Workforce Management, Social Impact, Research, Organizational Effectiveness, Employee Training, Business Research, Employee Surveys, Research Methodologies, Internal Communications, Environment Health And Safety, Program Evaluation

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    Imperial College London

    Global Disease Masterclass

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Health Disparities, Cardiology, Social Determinants Of Health, Chronic Diseases, Microbiology, Health Care, Community Health, Health Education, Health Systems, Socioeconomics, Preventative Care, Health Policy, Health Assessment, Trend Analysis, Immunology, Medical Science and Research

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    Yale University

    The Science of Well-Being for Parents

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Mindfulness, Parent Communication, Time Management, Emotional Intelligence, Productivity, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Child Development, Positive Behavior Support, Resilience, Family Support, Health Technology

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    SEL for Students: A Path to Social Emotional Well-Being

    Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, School Psychology, Higher Education, Education and Training, Child Development, Curriculum Planning, Goal Setting, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Pedagogy, Social Skills, Empathy

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular research courses

  • Science Communication: Communicating Trustworthy Information in the Digital World: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Operations and Process Management: Illinois Tech
  • Career Decisions: From Insight to Impact: Wesleyan University
  • Investments II: Lessons and Applications for Investors: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Observational Methods and Qualitative Data Analysis: American Psychological Association
  • Everyday Chinese Medicine 2: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Internal Displacement, Conflict and Protection: University of London
  • Paesaggi di Roma Antica. Archeologia e storia del Palatino.: Sapienza University of Rome
  • How to Create a Good Business: University of Michigan
  • Global Disease Masterclass: Imperial College London

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