Information security courses can help you learn risk assessment, network security protocols, encryption techniques, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in threat analysis, vulnerability management, and compliance with security regulations. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security information and event management (SIEM) software, demonstrating how these tools are applied to protect data and maintain system integrity.

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Big Data, Text Mining, Unsupervised Learning, Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Image Analysis, Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Correlation Analysis, Information Privacy
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Scanning, Penetration Testing, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Metasploit, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Testing, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cyber Security Assessment, Exploitation techniques, Test Tools, Virtual Machines, Software Documentation, Technical Documentation, Microsoft Windows, Linux Commands, Command-Line Interface, Scripting, Remote Access Systems
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months
Madecraft
Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Analytics, Data Analysis, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Business Intelligence, Marketing Analytics, Analytical Skills, Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Presentation, Excel Formulas, Data Literacy, Data Visualization, Business Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Predictive Analytics, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Descriptive Analytics, Statistical Reporting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Dataflow, Azure Synapse Analytics, Performance Tuning, Microsoft Azure, System Monitoring, Data Engineering, Transact-SQL, Continuous Deployment, Star Schema, Power BI, PySpark, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Apache Spark, Analytics, Data Analysis, SQL, Azure Active Directory, Advanced Analytics, Microsoft Copilot
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: MySQL Workbench, Data Validation, SQL, MySQL, Query Languages, Analytical Skills, Relational Databases, Scripting, Verification And Validation, Database Management
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Workspace, File Management, Document Management, Collaborative Software, Cloud Storage, Productivity Software, Data Sharing, Business Software, Data Storage, Content Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Identity and Access Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

SkillsBooster Academy
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
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Computing, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Management, Key Management, Security Controls, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Data Storage Technologies, Authorization (Computing), Cloud Storage, Capacity Management, Security Management, System Monitoring, Event Monitoring
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Alibaba Cloud Academy
Skills you'll gain: Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization Software, Big Data, Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, Apache Hive, Distributed Computing, Data Infrastructure, Data Pipelines, Data Processing, Data Warehousing, Data Analysis, Data Integration, Cloud Security, Cloud Technologies, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), SQL
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Splunk Inc.
Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, Splunk, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Management, Model Optimization, Query Languages, Performance Tuning, Data Science, Data Analysis, Big Data, Business Intelligence, Business Analytics, Geospatial Information and Technology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Inference, Statistical Reporting, R (Software), Statistical Methods, Statistics, R Programming, Statistical Software, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Programming, Data Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Probability Distribution, Software Installation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cash Management, Contingency Planning, Market Liquidity, Bank Regulations, Crisis Management, Banking, Financial Regulation, Credit Risk, Commercial Banking, Risk Management, Business Continuity Planning, Financial Management, Financial Market, Financial Planning, Stress Management, Operations Management, Key Management, IT Management, Planning, Operations
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks