Top 5 Online Degrees to Watch in 2026
Cloud Computing & DevOps
Online degrees in Cloud Computing and DevOps prepare learners to design, deploy, and manage scalable digital infrastructure. Programs cover cloud platforms, containerization, CI/CD pipelines, automation, and system reliability. These degrees are in line with the digital transformation of the enterprise and one of the most rapidly expanding online programs.
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Leading Universities / Platforms |
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Cloud Engineer
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IIT Roorkee (Cloud and DevOps programs)
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DevOps Engineer
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Arizona State University
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Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)
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University of Colorado Boulder
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Cloud Solutions Architect
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Google-backed and AWS-aligned degree programs
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Platform Engineer
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Coursera and edX
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Digital Marketing and Business Analytics
Digital Marketing and Business Analytics degrees combine data-driven insights with marketing strategy. The programs include SEO, performance marketing, customer analytics, digital platforms, marketing automation, and campaign measurement. By 2026, it is moving towards AI-based marketing and Omni channel customer experience.
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Leading Universities / Platforms |
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Digital Marketing Strategist
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IIM Bangalore (online business analytics programs)
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Business Analyst
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IIM Kozhikode
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Growth Marketing Manager
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University of Essex
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Marketing Analytics Specialist
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University of Illinois
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Customer Insights Manager
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upGrad, Coursera, and edX (degree programs)
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