• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Degrees
​
Log In
Join for Free
  • Browse
  • Data Security

Data Security Courses

Data security courses can help you learn encryption techniques, risk assessment strategies, incident response planning, and compliance regulations. You can build skills in vulnerability management, threat detection, and secure coding practices. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and data loss prevention software, demonstrating how these skills are applied to protect sensitive information and maintain system integrity.

Popular Data Security Courses and Certifications


  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Washington

    Practical Predictive Analytics: Models and Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Data Science, Machine Learning Methods, Predictive Analytics, Applied Machine Learning, Analytics, Data Analysis, R Programming, Model Optimization, Statistical Methods, Decision Tree Learning, Statistical Inference, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning, Statistics, Graph Theory, Classification Algorithms, Network Analysis, Big Data

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    ·
    325 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Alberta

    Sample-based Learning Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Sampling (Statistics), Machine Learning Algorithms, Simulations, Machine Learning, Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Probability Distribution

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.3K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    A

    Arizona State University

    Design of Experiments

    Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Sample Size Determination, Research Design, Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis Software, Model Optimization, Statistical Software, Mathematical Software, Design Strategies, Sampling (Statistics), Probability & Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Inference, Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Variance Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    390 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    C

    CertNexus

    CertNexus Certified Ethical Emerging Technologist

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Data Ethics, Governance, Business Ethics, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Communications, Responsible AI, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Communication Planning, Accountability Frameworks, Media Relations, Strategic Thinking, Communication Strategies, Risking, Business Leadership, Risk Management, Test Tools, Communication, Leadership, Learning Strategies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    646 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    G

    Google Cloud

    Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Architect

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Kubernetes, Cloud Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, Prompt Engineering, Application Deployment, Containerization, Prompt Engineering Tools, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Deployment, Infrastructure Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Computing, Cloud Solutions, Prompt Patterns, Virtual Machines, CI/CD, Cloud-Native Computing, AI literacy, Generative AI

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    62K reviews

    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    I

    IBM

    IBM Generative AI for Cybersecurity Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Cyber Threat Intelligence, ChatGPT, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), AI Security, Threat Modeling, LLM Application, AI literacy, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Incident Response, Malware Protection, Model Evaluation, Exploitation techniques, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Vulnerability Management, Incident Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    V

    Vanderbilt University

    MATLAB Programming for Engineers and Scientists

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Image Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Algorithms, Machine Learning Methods, Matlab, Applied Machine Learning, Object Oriented Design, ChatGPT, File I/O, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Dimensionality Reduction, Software Engineering, Program Development, Programming Principles, Functional Design, Computer Programming, Data Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    18K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    I

    IBM

    Machine Learning with Apache Spark

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Machine Learning, Generative AI, Model Evaluation, Supervised Learning, Apache Hadoop, Data Pipelines, Unsupervised Learning, Data Processing, Extract, Transform, Load, Predictive Modeling, Model Deployment, Classification Algorithms, Data Transformation, Regression Analysis

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    115 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Fundamentos de estadística aplicada

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Descriptive Statistics, Data Literacy, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis, Statistics, Regression Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Probability & Statistics, Probability Distribution, Applied Mathematics, Statistical Inference, Analytical Skills, Correlation Analysis

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    151 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    S

    SAS

    Structured Query Language (SQL) using SAS

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, SAS (Software), Database Management, Query Languages, Data Access, Database Management Systems, Data Presentation, Data Manipulation, Data Wrangling, Data Integration, Data Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    288 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Create Interactive Dashboards with Streamlit and Python

    Skills you'll gain: Plotly, Dashboard, Plot (Graphics), Pandas (Python Package), Dashboard Creation, Data Manipulation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Web Applications, Web Design and Development, Application Development, Data Presentation, Data Science, Python Programming

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    403 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    I

    IBM

    Deep Learning and Reinforcement Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Autoencoders, Generative AI, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Convolutional Neural Networks, Reinforcement Learning, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Generative Model Architectures, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Deep Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Transfer Learning, Model Optimization, Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Keras (Neural Network Library), Fine-tuning, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    305 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

1…259260261…834

In summary, here are 10 of our most popular data security courses

  • Practical Predictive Analytics: Models and Methods: University of Washington
  • Sample-based Learning Methods: University of Alberta
  • Design of Experiments: Arizona State University
  • CertNexus Certified Ethical Emerging Technologist: CertNexus
  • Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Architect: Google Cloud
  • IBM Generative AI for Cybersecurity Professionals: IBM
  • MATLAB Programming for Engineers and Scientists: Vanderbilt University
  • Machine Learning with Apache Spark: IBM
  • Fundamentos de estadística aplicada: Universidad de los Andes
  • Structured Query Language (SQL) using SAS: SAS

Skills you can learn in Machine Learning

Python Programming (33)
Tensorflow (32)
Deep Learning (30)
Artificial Neural Network (24)
Big Data (18)
Statistical Classification (17)
Reinforcement Learning (13)
Algebra (10)
Bayesian (10)
Linear Algebra (10)
Linear Regression (9)
Numpy (9)

Other topics to explore

Arts and Humanities
338 courses
Business
1095 courses
Computer Science
668 courses
Data Science
425 courses
Information Technology
145 courses
Health
471 courses
Math and Logic
70 courses
Personal Development
137 courses
Physical Science and Engineering
413 courses
Social Sciences
401 courses
Language Learning
150 courses

Coursera Footer

Skills

  • Accounting
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • Human Resources (HR)
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Project Management
  • Python
  • SQL

Professional Certificates

  • Google AI Certificate
  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
  • Google Data Analytics Certificate
  • Google IT Support Certificate
  • Google Project Management Certificate
  • Google UX Design Certificate
  • IBM AI Engineering Certificate
  • IBM AI Product Manager Certificate
  • IBM Data Science Certificate
  • Intuit Academy Bookkeeping Certificate

Courses & Specializations

  • AI Essentials Specialization
  • AI For Business Specialization
  • AI For Everyone Course
  • AI in Healthcare Specialization
  • Deep Learning Specialization
  • Excel Skills for Business Specialization
  • Financial Markets Course
  • Machine Learning Specialization
  • Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT Course
  • Python for Everybody Specialization

Career Resources

  • Career Aptitude Test
  • CAPM Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA A+ Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA Security+ Certification Requirements
  • Essential IT Certifications
  • High-Income Skills to Learn
  • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
  • PMP Certification Requirements
  • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
  • Share your Coursera learning story

Coursera

  • About
  • What We Offer
  • Leadership
  • Careers
  • Catalog
  • Coursera Plus
  • Professional Certificates
  • MasterTrack® Certificates
  • Degrees
  • For Enterprise
  • For Government
  • For Campus
  • Become a Partner
  • Social Impact
  • Free Courses
  • Udemy

Community

  • Learners
  • Partners
  • Beta Testers
  • Blog
  • The Coursera Podcast
  • Tech Blog

More

  • Press
  • Investors
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Help
  • Accessibility
  • Contact
  • Articles
  • Directory
  • Affiliates
  • Modern Slavery Statement
  • Do Not Sell/Share
Learn Anywhere
Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play
Logo of Certified B Corporation
© 2026 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Coursera Facebook
  • Coursera Linkedin
  • Coursera Twitter
  • Coursera YouTube
  • Coursera Instagram
  • Coursera TikTok