Information Science courses can help you learn data management, information retrieval, digital archiving, and user experience design. You can build skills in data analysis, metadata creation, and the ethical use of information. Many courses introduce tools like SQL for database management, Python for data analysis, and various content management systems, showing how these skills are applied in practical work such as organizing large datasets and enhancing user interactions with information systems.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Consolidation, Microsoft Excel, Model Optimization, Spreadsheet Software, Performance Tuning, Process Optimization, Performance Improvement, Financial Modeling, Performance Analysis
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Data Presentation, Tableau Software, Dashboard Creation, Data Visualization, Business Analytics, Interactive Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Process Improvement, Business Process, Business Process Improvement, Presentations, Data Visualization Software, Oral Expression, Data Analysis, Graphing, Analysis, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Stakeholder Communications
★ 4.7 (3.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Risk Modeling, Operations Research, Regression Analysis, Network Model, Resource Allocation, Excel Macros, Business Analytics, Decision Making, Risk Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Microsoft Excel, Business Risk Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Modeling, Financial Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Excel Formulas, Business, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis
★ 4.8 (4.1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, AI Enablement, AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, Agentic Workflows, Dashboard, Dashboard Creation, Claude Code, Decision Intelligence, AI Product Strategy, Anthropic Claude, AI Personalization, Agentic systems, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, Multimodal Prompts, AI Integrations, Prompt Engineering Tools, Prompt Patterns
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Persistence, Software Design Patterns, Maintainability, Memory Management, Programming Principles, OS Process Management, Code Reusability, Functional Design, Computer Programming, Oracle Databases, File Systems, Computational Logic, API Design, Data Structures, Software Design, Data Management
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), OSI Models, Wide Area Networks, Network Troubleshooting, TCP/IP, Wireless Networks, Cloud Computing, Network Routing, Routing Protocols, Network Security, Network Routers, Network Monitoring, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Platforms, Event Monitoring, Threat Detection, Threat Management, Network Performance Management, Cloud Services
★ 4.7 (153) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Visualization, Ggplot2, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Visualization Software, R Programming, R (Software), Graphing, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Statistical Methods
★ 4.7 (6.1K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Event-Driven Programming, Debugging, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Video Game Development, Computer Programming Tools, Game Design, Computer Programming, Program Development, Animation and Game Design, Interactive Design, Computer Science
★ 4.5 (1.5K) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: SQL Server Reporting Services, Business Intelligence, Business Intelligence Software, Business Reporting, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Application Deployment, Microsoft SQL Servers, Report Writing, SQL, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Data Sharing
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), JUnit, Android Studio, Android Development, Unit Testing, Android (Operating System), Version Control, Maintainability, Software Design Patterns, Test Automation, File I/O, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Integration Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD), Mobile Development, Development Testing, Software Testing, Testability, Software Engineering, Java Programming
★ 4.5 (3.7K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Workspace, Gmail, Google Gemini, Gemini, Automation, Scripting, Collaborative Software, Service Management, Application Deployment, System Configuration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google AR & VR
Skills you'll gain: Augmented Reality, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Reality, Application Design, Virtual Environment, 3D Assets, Unity Engine, Mobile Development, User Experience, User Flows, Computer Hardware
★ 4.5 (3.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks