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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.

Popular Information Science Courses and Certifications


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    Google

    The Power of Statistics

    Skills you'll gain: A/B Testing, Sampling (Statistics), Data Analysis, Analytics, Statistics, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability & Statistics, Advanced Analytics, Probability Distribution, Data Science, Statistical Inference, Statistical Programming, Statistical Methods, Probability, Python Programming

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Rutgers MBS: Introduction to Personal Care Science

    Skills you'll gain: Production Process, Manufacturing and Production, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing Operations, Product Testing, Regulatory Compliance, Clinical Research, Regulatory Affairs, Personal Care, Product Development, Good Manufacturing Practices, Laboratory Testing, Regulatory Requirements, Materials science, Workforce Development, New Product Development, Clinical Trials, Quality Control, Product Planning, Entrepreneurship

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    Data Science Fundamentals Part 2: Unit 3

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Model Evaluation, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Regression Analysis, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Science, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Statistical Inference, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Probability Distribution, Estimation, Machine Learning, Performance Metric

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Logical Operations

    Advanced Python: Data Science, Testing, and Distribution

    Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Data Preprocessing, Unit Testing, Package and Software Management, Python Programming, Data Science, Computer Programming, Debugging, Scripting, Software Development, Machine Learning, Database Application, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Regression Analysis, Programming Principles, Scripting Languages, Databases, Object Oriented Design, Relational Databases, User Interface (UI) Design

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    Data Science Fundamentals Part 1: Unit 3

    Skills you'll gain: Data Validation, Extract, Transform, Load, Object-Relational Mapping, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Data Quality, Data Pipelines, Pandas (Python Package), Descriptive Statistics, Database Management, Data Transformation, Data Integrity, Relational Databases, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Store, Databases, Descriptive Analytics, Data Persistence, Data Analysis, Graphical Tools

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    Introduction to Data Science and scikit-learn in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Exploratory Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Manipulation, Applied Machine Learning, NumPy, Statistical Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, Data Preprocessing, Data Processing, Data Wrangling, Python Programming, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Data Science, Statistical Hypothesis Testing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)

    The Science of Eating Well for Fitness

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Counseling, Nutrition and Diet, Nutritional Assessment, Dietetics, Nutrition Education, Exercise Science, Nutrition Care Plans, Clinical Nutrition, Culture, Biology, Critical Thinking, Health Assessment, Physiology, Biochemistry, Health And Wellness Coaching, Health Education, Health Care, Athletic Training, Coaching, Mental and Behavioral Health

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Multiple educators

    Enhancing Reproducible Science with GitHub and Docker

    Skills you'll gain: Code Review, Version Control, GitHub, Package and Software Management, CI/CD, Continuous Integration, Open Source Technology, Code Reusability, Development Environment, Continuous Deployment, Secure Coding, Application Deployment, Software Development Tools, Docker (Software), Containerization, Data Sharing, Git (Version Control System), Automation, Software Documentation, Technical Documentation

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    The History of Medicine: Philosophy, Science, and Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Pharmacology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Health Care, General Medicine, Health Systems, Medical Science and Research, Pharmaceuticals, Culture, Behavioral Health, Ancient History, Medical Practices and Procedures, World History, Infectious Diseases

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Advanced Linear Models for Data Science 1: Least Squares

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Statistical Modeling, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Linear Algebra, Data Science, Mathematical Modeling, Data Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Applied Mathematics, General Mathematics, Derivatives

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Tokyo

    Let’s Read! Learning Japanese through Science & Technology-1

    Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, Oral Comprehension, Traffic Flow Optimization, Vocabulary, Public Works, Literacy, Water Quality, Language Learning, Robotics, Display Devices, Grammar, Augmented Reality, Biochemistry, Predictive Modeling

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    110 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Intro to Analytic Thinking, Data Science, and Data Mining

    Skills you'll gain: Analytical Skills, Data Ethics, Data Mining, Data Science, Business Analytics, Big Data, Analytics, Descriptive Analytics, Data Analysis Software, Predictive Analytics, Small Data

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    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular information science courses

  • The Power of Statistics: Google
  • Rutgers MBS: Introduction to Personal Care Science: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Data Science Fundamentals Part 2: Unit 3: Pearson
  • Advanced Python: Data Science, Testing, and Distribution: Logical Operations
  • Data Science Fundamentals Part 1: Unit 3: Pearson
  • Introduction to Data Science and scikit-learn in Python: LearnQuest
  • The Science of Eating Well for Fitness: ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)
  • Enhancing Reproducible Science with GitHub and Docker: Johns Hopkins University
  • The History of Medicine: Philosophy, Science, and Psychology: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Advanced Linear Models for Data Science 1: Least Squares: Johns Hopkins University

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