Data mining courses can help you learn data preprocessing, pattern recognition, and predictive modeling techniques. You can build skills in clustering, classification, and anomaly detection, that support extracting meaningful insights from large datasets. Many courses introduce tools like Python, R, and SQL, along with software such as RapidMiner and Weka, to help you apply these skills in real-world data analysis projects.

Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Scientific Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Scatter Plots, Image Quality, NumPy, Histogram, Image Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Descriptive Statistics, Correlation Analysis, Data Analysis, Probability Distribution, Statistical Software, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Estimation, R (Software), Data Visualization, Risk Analysis, Probability, Statistical Methods, R Programming, Return On Investment, Probability & Statistics, Problem Solving
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Data Collection, Survey Creation, Research Design, Data Quality, Data Analysis, Data Validation, Sampling (Statistics), Data Management, Big Data, Statistical Methods
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Probability, Probability & Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), Probability Distribution, Statistics, Data Science, Statistical Inference, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Analysis, General Mathematics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Pittsburgh
Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, LLM Application, Tool Calling, Data Visualization, Predictive Modeling, Database Design, Apache Spark, Large Language Modeling, Database Management, Model Evaluation, Data Ethics, Bayesian Statistics, Data Visualization Software, Cloud Computing, Linear Algebra, Data Literacy, Data Governance, Regression Analysis, Data Modeling, Data Analysis
Earn a degree
Degree · 1 - 4 Years

Tsinghua University
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Database Design, Pseudocode, Query Languages, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science, Data Storage
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Metadata Management, Google Cloud Platform, Data Mining, Big Data, Data Management, Cloud API
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Tableau Software, Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, R Programming, Alteryx, Statistical Programming, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Cleansing, Data Storytelling, Data Structures, Statistical Analysis, Workflow Management, Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Data Preprocessing, Data Manipulation, Data Processing, Data Transformation
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Seaborn, Data Literacy, Plot (Graphics), Matplotlib, Scatter Plots, Statistical Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Box Plots, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Storytelling, Data Processing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Python Programming
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

UiPath
Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, Robotic Process Automation, Automation, Data Cleansing, Data Management, Data Structures
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Data Transformation, Engineering Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Storytelling, Data Integration, Capacity Management, Data Analysis, Unstructured Data, Data Management, Business Intelligence, Data Governance, Management Reporting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Relational Databases, SQL, Databases, R Programming, Database Management, Data Science, Statistical Programming, Data Modeling, Data Analysis Software, Query Languages, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months