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Automation courses can help you learn process optimization, workflow design, and robotic process automation (RPA). You can build skills in scripting, system integration, and data analysis to streamline operations. Many courses introduce tools like UiPath, Automation Anywhere, and Zapier, that support implementing automation solutions and enhancing productivity across various industries.

Popular Automation Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    Terraform for absolute beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Terraform, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Microsoft Azure, Cloud Infrastructure, IT Automation, DevOps

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    197 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    IBM

    Generative AI: Accelerate your Digital Marketing Career

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Digital Advertising, Email Automation, Email Marketing, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Personalized Campaigns, Marketing Automation, Digital Marketing Tools, AI Personalization, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Advertising Campaigns, AI Integrations, Content Creation, Keyword Research, Content Optimization, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Marketing, Copywriting, E-Commerce

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    61 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
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    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    SkillsBooster Academy

    Claude AI Tools for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Claude Code, Anthropic Claude, Vibe coding, Figma (Design Software), AI Workflows, AI Orchestration, Prompt Engineering, Software Development Tools, AI Integrations, Marketing Automation, Organizational Skills, Business Writing, Design, Generative AI, AI Security, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Code Review, Artificial Intelligence, Web Design, Strategic Thinking

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    53 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    California Institute of the Arts

    Building Your Freelancing Career

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Business Planning, Competitive Analysis, Financial Data, Service Improvement, Risk Management, Financial Acumen, Tax Preparation, Business Process Automation, Budget Management, Risk Mitigation, Contract Management, Business Strategies, Tax Management, Accounting and Finance Software, Business Strategy, Process Improvement, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Leadership and Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    444 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Microsoft

    Microsoft 365 with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Responsible AI, Presentations, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Data Presentation, Data Ethics, Interactive Data Visualization, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams, Data Storytelling, Predictive Modeling, Microsoft Office, Email Automation, Microsoft 365, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard Creation, Microsoft Word, Data Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    104 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    University of California, Irvine

    Salesforce Reporting

    Skills you'll gain: Salesforce, Salesforce Development, Data Security, Data Access, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Security Controls, Customer Engagement, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Customer Service, Data Maintenance, Business Reporting, Data Management, Personalized Service, Workflow Management, Process Development, Process Design, Lead Generation, Business Process Automation, Cloud Computing, Automation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    32 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Microsoft

    Create Serverless Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Serverless Computing, Cloud Development, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Event-Driven Programming, Cloud-Based Integration, Business Process Automation, Application Programming Interface (API), Webhook Security, GitHub

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    136 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free
    Free
    V

    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI for University Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Enablement, Innovation, AI Integrations, AI powered creativity, Curriculum Development, AI literacy, Responsible AI, Automation, Workforce Development, Business Strategy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Robotics with Webots

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Machine Controls, Control Systems, Graph Theory, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Planning, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering, Simulations, Computer Science, Mechanics, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Virtual Environment, Spatial Data Analysis, Linear Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Design

    Build toward a degree

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    82 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    Coursera

    GenAI for Learning and Development

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Microsoft Copilot, Generative AI, Training and Development, ChatGPT, Education Software and Technology, Training Programs, AI literacy, Developing Training Materials, AI Integrations, Innovation, Case Studies, Automation, Design Strategies, Program Evaluation

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
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    Coursera

    GenAI for Supply Chain Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Inventory Management System, Inventory Control, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Generative AI, Operational Efficiency, Supply Chain Planning, Inventory and Warehousing, Supply Chain Systems, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Data Ethics, Logistics Management, AI Enablement, Demand Planning, AI Integrations, Customer Demand Planning, Emerging Technologies, Predictive Analytics, Automation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    22 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Google Cloud

    Detect, Respond, and Recover from Cloud Cybersecurity Attacks

    Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Cyber Operations, Continuous Monitoring, Security Management, Event Monitoring, Disaster Recovery, Incident Management, Threat Detection, Cloud Security, Threat Management, System Monitoring, IT Automation, Record Keeping, Problem Management, Google Cloud Platform

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    38 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Terraform for absolute beginners: Coursera
  • Generative AI: Accelerate your Digital Marketing Career: IBM
  • Claude AI Tools for Beginners: SkillsBooster Academy
  • Building Your Freelancing Career: California Institute of the Arts
  • Microsoft 365 with Generative AI: Microsoft
  • Salesforce Reporting: University of California, Irvine
  • Create Serverless Applications: Microsoft
  • Generative AI for University Leaders: Vanderbilt University
  • Introduction to Robotics with Webots: University of Colorado Boulder
  • GenAI for Learning and Development: Coursera

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