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.

Skills you'll gain: User Feedback, Employee Surveys, Customer Insights, Customer experience improvement, Microsoft 365, Market Research, User Research, Target Audience, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Analysis Software, Marketing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Western Australia
Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Social Justice, Disabilities, Sociology, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Advocacy, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Public Policies, Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Università di Napoli Federico II
Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Critical Thinking, Research, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Governance, Sociology, Interactive Learning, Research Methodologies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

IIT Bombay
Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurial Finance, Go To Market Strategy, Value Propositions, Product Development, Business Modeling, Presentations, Entrepreneurship, Communication, Persona Development, Customer Analysis, Financial Statements, Business Strategy, Innovation, Technical Management, Market Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Water Quality, Hydrology, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Mathematical Modeling, Analytical Chemistry, Laboratory Research, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Design Thinking, Community Outreach, Organizational Structure, Stakeholder Engagement, Entrepreneurship, Sustainable Development, Research and Design, Business Modeling, Communication, Advocacy, Innovation, Program Evaluation, Fundraising
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Cape Town
Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Sustainable Development, Economic Development, Environmental Policy, Policy Development, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Research, Innovation, Stakeholder Engagement
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Biology, Physical Science, Life Sciences, Taxonomy, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Environmental Science, Spatial Data Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, Data Mapping, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Metadata Management, Quantitative Research, Spatial Analysis, Typography, Data Manipulation, Data Modeling, Design Elements And Principles, Data Import/Export
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Insper
Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Quality Management, Process Management, Business Operations, Manufacturing Operations, Business Process, Inventory Management System, Production Management, Operational Analysis, Performance Measurement, Operational Efficiency, Continuous Improvement Process, Business Strategy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Research, Higher Education, Planning, Student Services, Cultural Diversity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Event Management, Event Marketing, Event Planning, Logistics Management, Hospitality, Logistics, Marketing Budgets, Hospitality Management, Planning, Operations Management, Budgeting, Promotional Strategies, Vendor Management, Coordination
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks