Information retrieval courses can help you learn search algorithms, indexing techniques, and data mining strategies. You can build skills in evaluating search results, optimizing query performance, and understanding user intent. Many courses introduce tools like Elasticsearch, Apache Solr, and various machine learning libraries, showing how these technologies enhance information retrieval processes and improve the accuracy of search results.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Management, Procurement, Vendor Management, Report Writing, Risk Mitigation, Business Modeling, Performance Measurement, Risk Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Analysis, Decision Making, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Modeling, Communication, Data Analysis, Negotiation, Data Visualization
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: R Programming, R (Software), Data Science, Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Data Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Regression Analysis, Statistical Machine Learning, Plot (Graphics), Data Structures, Computer Programming, Decision Tree Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Software Development, Computer Programming Tools, Data Import/Export, Machine Learning Algorithms
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Marketing Analytics, Data Visualization, Extract, Transform, Load, A/B Testing, Data Governance, Data Literacy, Classification Algorithms, Exploratory Data Analysis, Infographics, Data Collection, Customer Analysis, Business Analytics, Analytics, Ggplot2, Business Analysis, Internal Controls, Data Analysis, Power BI, Machine Learning
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, NoSQL, Database Administration, Data Store, Database Systems, Cloud Storage, Database Theory, Data Storage, Cloud Services, Data Storage Technologies, Data Security, Data Management, Query Languages, Application Programming Interface (API)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Web Analytics, Web Analytics and SEO, Marketing Analytics, Analytics, Technical Documentation, Technical Communication, Performance Metric, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Team Oriented, Data Presentation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Microsoft Excel, Ad Hoc Reporting, Data Import/Export, Spreadsheet Software, Business Reporting, Microsoft Access, Report Writing, Management Reporting, Data Presentation, Data Analysis Software, Business Intelligence Software, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence, SAP Applications, Data Integration, Microsoft Office
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Graphing, Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis, Data Literacy, Histogram, Scatter Plots, Data Manipulation, Data Presentation, Data Import/Export
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Fundação Instituto de Administração
Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, IT Service Management, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Service Management, Interoperability, Business Transformation, Data Strategy, DevOps, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, Systems Integration, Innovation, Application Programming Interface (API), Service Design, Service Level, Organizational Strategy, Mobile Banking, Social Media, E-Commerce, Business Modeling
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Large Language Modeling, ChatGPT, LLM Application, AI Personalization, Generative AI, Digital pedagogy, Email Automation, Educational Materials, Information Privacy, Canva (Software)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Database Design, Database Development, SQL, Database Management, Databases, Data Integrity
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft 365, Document Management, Productivity Software, File Management, Data Management, Data Entry, User Interface (UI)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Focus Group, Quantitative Research, Qualitative Research, Data Synthesis, Market Research, Proposal Writing, Data Storytelling, Statistical Analysis, Presentations, Discussion Facilitation, Marketing Analytics, Marketing, Research Methodologies, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Market Analysis, Survey Creation, Business Research
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months