Research Skills Courses

Developing a research question in International Relations

9 ratings at OpenLearn

Explore how to craft effective research questions for International Relations studies, from defining focused inquiries to understanding positivist and interpretivist approaches.

• OpenLearn
• 3 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Introducing music research

4 ratings at OpenLearn

Explore diverse musical topics through themes of inclusion, practice, technology, and community. Gain insights into postgraduate music studies across various times, places, and genres.

• OpenLearn
• 12 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Carrying out research for policy and advocacy work

9 ratings at OpenLearn

Learn effective research techniques for policy advocacy, from ethical considerations to data analysis and report writing, to influence decision-makers and drive meaningful change.

• OpenLearn
• 8 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Negotiation skills: Negotiate and resolve conflict

848 ratings at Coursera

In our current globalised work environment, how can you manage the power and politics that persistently influence organisational decision-making?

• Coursera
• 14 hours 8 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Career Certificate

Excel Skills for Business Forecasting

329 ratings at Coursera

Develop advanced Excel skills for business forecasting, covering time series models, regression analysis, and judgmental techniques to enhance decision-making and strategic planning.

• Coursera
• 4 weeks, 10 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course
• 3 courses

Excel Skills for Statistics and Data Analysis: Essentials

Master essential Excel skills for statistical analysis, from descriptive to inferential statistics, transforming data into meaningful insights for better decision-making across various fields.

• Coursera
• 12 hours 9 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Excel Skills for Statistics and Data Analysis: Intermediate

Gain proficiency in advanced statistical techniques using Excel, from inferential statistics to pivot tables, enabling data-driven decision making and strategic insights from complex datasets.

• Coursera
• 12 hours 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Career Certificate

Educate Skills for Startups

Master entrepreneurship fundamentals through expert-led sessions covering validation, pitching, marketing, sales, business structure, and funding to transform startup ideas into viable ventures.

• Coursera
• 16 weeks, 10 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course
• 3 courses

Generative AI for Educators: AI Literacy & Prompting Skills

Discover essential AI literacy and prompting techniques to strategically integrate generative AI tools into teaching while maintaining pedagogical control and professional expertise.

• Coursera
• 1 day 2 hours 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Community Engagement in Research and Population Health

Explore population health, evidence-based interventions, and community engagement strategies to address health disparities and improve outcomes in the evolving US healthcare system.

• Coursera
• 20 hours 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Career Certificate

Excel Skills for Data Analytics and Visualization

6087 ratings at Coursera

Develop advanced Excel skills for data analytics and visualization, mastering functions, charts, dashboards, and Power BI to transform, analyze, and present data effectively.

• Coursera
• 4 weeks, 10 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course
• 3 courses

Communication Skills for University Success

Develop essential communication skills for academic success, including effective writing, presenting, and engaging in discussions across various university contexts.

• Coursera
• 1 day 3 hours 36 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Problem-Solving Skills for University Success

Develop critical thinking, analytical, and creative problem-solving skills essential for academic success. Learn to identify, approach, and communicate solutions to various challenges in university studies.

• Coursera
• 1 day 27 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Digitalisation in Space Research

Explore digital applications in aerospace research, covering satellite and manned spaceflight, AI in satellite data analysis, and the impact of digitalization on space industry paradigms.

• Coursera
• 13 hours 13 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Research Methodologies

945 ratings at Coursera

Comprehensive exploration of qualitative and quantitative research methods, sampling techniques, data collection approaches, and analysis strategies for conducting effective academic and market research.

• Coursera
• 19 hours 56 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course