Information design courses can help you learn visual communication principles, data visualization techniques, user-centered design, and effective storytelling through graphics. You can build skills in layout design, typography, and creating infographics that convey complex information clearly. Many courses introduce tools like Adobe Illustrator, Tableau, and Canva, that support crafting engaging presentations and reports that resonate with diverse audiences.

Skills you'll gain: Apache Kafka, Database Design, Linux Commands, Data Warehousing, Bash (Scripting Language), Data Engineering, Database Administration, Data Pipelines, SQL, Database Management, Extract, Transform, Load, Apache Airflow, Database Architecture and Administration, Shell Script, IBM DB2, Data Store, Relational Databases, Jupyter, Generative AI, Data Security
Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Apache Kafka, Database Design, Linux Commands, Data Warehousing, Bash (Scripting Language), Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, MongoDB, Database Administration, Data Pipelines, SQL, IBM Cognos Analytics, Extract, Transform, Load, Jupyter, Generative AI, Professional Networking, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Data Science
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Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

IBM
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Peripheral Devices, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cloud Services, Technical Support, Desktop Support, IT Service Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Storage, Cybersecurity, Hardware Troubleshooting, Professional Networking, Cloud Security, Data Storage, Data Strategy, Information Technology, Computer Programming, Customer Service
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Database Design, Data Warehousing, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, SQL, Data Security, Data Migration, Data Governance, IBM Cognos Analytics, Descriptive Statistics, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Management, Relational Databases, Data Cleansing, Databases, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Architecture, Business Intelligence
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Incident Response, Network Administration, Vulnerability Management, Cybersecurity, Contingency Planning, Cyber Governance, Cyber Attacks, Disaster Recovery, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Firewall, Computer Security Incident Management, Network Monitoring, General Networking, Cyber Security Strategy, Crisis Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Risk, Risk Management
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Database Design, SQL, Extract, Transform, Load, IBM DB2, Data Store, Relational Databases, Jupyter, Data Architecture, Database Management Systems, Big Data, Web Scraping, Databases, MySQL, Data Integration, Data Infrastructure, Data Storage, Data Transformation, Pandas (Python Package), Programming Principles, Python Programming
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Database Design, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, Data Migration, Generative AI, AI Enablement, Software Documentation, SQL, Dashboard, Artificial Intelligence, Database Management, Data Visualization, Large Language Modeling, Gap Analysis, Data Analysis, Automation
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Multiple educators
Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Cloud Deployment, Peripheral Devices, Network Security, Computer Security Incident Management, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Security Controls, Cloud Computing Architecture, Configuration Management, Cloud Services, Governance, Digital Forensics, Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Data Storage, Application Security, Data Strategy, Information Technology, Cryptography
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Database Design, Data Visualization, Business Intelligence, IBM Cognos Analytics, Descriptive Statistics, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Visualization Software, Business Analytics, IBM DB2, Tableau Software, Star Schema, Relational Databases, Interactive Data Visualization, Regression Analysis, Forecasting, Database Management Systems, Pivot Tables And Charts, MySQL
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Product Strategy, Generative AI, New Product Development, Prompt Patterns, Product Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Generative Model Architectures, Product Development, Innovation, Product Roadmaps, Usability Testing, Product Planning, Commercialization, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, Product Strategy, Project Management Life Cycle, OpenAI, ChatGPT
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Version Control, Cloud Management, Debugging, Puppet (Configuration Management Tool), Unit Testing, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Bash (Scripting Language), Network Troubleshooting, Web Services, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Application Programming Interface (API), Interviewing Skills, Applicant Tracking Systems, Data Structures, Python Programming, Configuration Management, Automation
Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Site Reliability Engineering, Incident Management, Google App Engine, Load Balancing, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Monitoring, Firewall, Cloud Computing Architecture, Application Performance Management, Network Architecture, Identity and Access Management, Network Troubleshooting, System Monitoring, Network Security, Big Data, Containerization, Virtual Networking, Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months