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Information Science Courses

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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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Accounting for Mergers and Acquisitions: Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Mergers & Acquisitions, Intercompany Accounting, Financial Accounting, Investments, Business Valuation, Accounting, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Reporting, Consolidation, Business

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Introduction to Unity and Basic Game Development

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Debugging, C# (Programming Language), 3D Assets, Video Game Development, Development Testing, UI Components, Scripting, Development Environment, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Installation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    Hadoop and Spark Fundamentals: Unit 2

    Skills you'll gain: PySpark, Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, Big Data, Apache Hive, Analytics, Data Processing, Data Mapping, Text Mining, Distributed Computing, Java, Debugging, Java Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Introduction to Prompt Injection Vulnerabilities

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Cybersecurity, Prompt Engineering, Cyber Attacks, Threat Modeling, Cyber Security Assessment, Risk Analysis, Vulnerability Assessments, Network Security, Security Strategy, Risk Mitigation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Whizlabs

    Getting Started with Apache Cassandra

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Cassandra, NoSQL, Database Systems, Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Design, Query Languages, Database Management, Data Storage, System Monitoring, Data Maintenance, Distributed Computing, Application Security, Data Modeling, Data Security, Scalability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Anatomy & Physiology: Support & Movement

    Skills you'll gain: Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Orthopedics, Kinesiology, Medical Terminology, Sports Medicine, Physical Therapy, Physiology

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    Coursera

    GenAI for Dynamic Advertising and Media Buying

    Skills you'll gain: Google Ads, Advertising Campaigns, Media Buying, Digital Advertising, Advertising, Generative AI Agents, Data Ethics, Campaign Management, Google Gemini, Paid media, Marketing Automation, AI Personalization, Automation, Marketing Analytics, Content Creation, A/B Testing, Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Fundamentals Of NgRx

    Skills you'll gain: Angular, Web Development Tools, JavaScript Frameworks, Development Environment, Data Management, TypeScript, Application Development, Application Performance Management, Debugging

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    Michigan State University

    Reign of Pain

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Neurology, Chronic Diseases, Stress Management, Empathy, Mental Health, Physical Therapy, Psychology, Patient Education and Support, Mindfulness, Mental Health Therapies, Emotional Intelligence, Patient Evaluation

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Defending Against AI-Driven Phishing and Social Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Cybersecurity, Anomaly Detection, Cyber Engineering, Cyber Operations, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Detection, Security Awareness, Network Analysis, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Email Security, Machine Learning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    NIIT

    Implement Polyglot Persistence Using SQL and NoSQL Databases

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL, MongoDB, NoSQL, Object-Relational Mapping, Database Design, Relational Databases, SQL, Node.JS, Restful API, Databases, Data Modeling, Data Integrity, Back-End Web Development, Unstructured Data

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    LearnQuest

    Enhancing Mac Security: Strategies for Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Mac OS, Network Security, Threat Management, Endpoint Security, Threat Detection, Computer Security Awareness Training, Security Strategy, Information Systems Security, Security Controls, Network Protocols, Automation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Accounting for Mergers and Acquisitions: Foundations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Introduction to Unity and Basic Game Development: Packt
  • Hadoop and Spark Fundamentals: Unit 2: Pearson
  • Introduction to Prompt Injection Vulnerabilities: Coursera
  • Getting Started with Apache Cassandra: Whizlabs
  • Anatomy & Physiology: Support & Movement: Rice University
  • GenAI for Dynamic Advertising and Media Buying: Coursera
  • Fundamentals Of NgRx: Board Infinity
  • Reign of Pain: Michigan State University
  • Defending Against AI-Driven Phishing and Social Engineering: LearnQuest

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