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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


  • C

    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Network Architecture Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, General Networking, Wireless Networks, Network Routing, Local Area Networks, Network Security, Routing Protocols, Load Balancing, Network Model, Wide Area Networks, Network Performance Management, Telecommunications, Cloud Services

    ★ 5 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Create a Financial Statement using Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Balance Sheet, Ledgers (Accounting), Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Data, Income Statement, Bookkeeping, Data Entry, Financial Reporting, Financial Accounting, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Spreadsheet Software, Month End Closing

    ★ 4.5 (862) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    ChatGPT for Beginners: Using AI for Market Research

    Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Market Research, Marketing, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Generative AI, Content Marketing

    ★ 4.4 (97) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Crea data lakes y almacenes de datos en Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Data Lakes, Google Cloud Platform, Data Warehousing, Metadata Management, Data Architecture, Data Management, Data Infrastructure, Data Security, Cloud Storage, Data Loss Prevention, Data Storage Technologies, Data Processing, Cloud Services, Advanced Analytics, Open Source Technology

    ★ 4.8 (97) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of London

    3D Interaction Design in Virtual Reality

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Interactive Design, Interaction Design, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Environment, User Interface (UI), Human Computer Interaction, Display Devices, Human Machine Interfaces, Usability, User Interface (UI) Design, Human Factors, User Experience Design

    ★ 4.6 (137) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Oracle SQL Basics

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Oracle Databases, Database Design, Database Development, Database Management, Relational Databases, Query Languages, Performance Tuning, Data Structures

    ★ 4.6 (336) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Make Data Decisions

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Human Resource Management, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, People Analytics, Critical Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Performance Appraisal, Prompt Engineering, Oral Expression, Employee Performance Management, Data Analysis, Strategic Prioritization, Performance Measurement, Performance Metric, Performance Analysis, ChatGPT, Business Acumen, Presentations

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Madecraft

    Crafting Presentations that Increase Your Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Driving engagement, Oral Expression, Concision, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Editing, Communication, Target Audience, Time Management, Strategic Communication, Storytelling

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Infosec

    Fundamental Privacy Acts and Laws

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Information Privacy, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Personally Identifiable Information, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Health Information Management, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Regulatory Compliance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Health Care Procedure and Regulation

    ★ 4.6 (17) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Amazon Web Services

    AWS Artificial Intelligence Practitioner

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, Amazon Bedrock, Generative Model Architectures, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AWS SageMaker, Amazon Web Services, AI Security, Artificial Intelligence, Model Optimization, Applied Machine Learning, Prompt Engineering, Machine Learning Methods, Model Training, LLM Application, Machine Learning

    ★ 4.6 (36) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Madecraft

    Essential Lessons for First-time Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Accountability Frameworks, Team Leadership, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Team Building, Active Listening, Personal Integrity, Team Management, Leadership and Management, Growth Mindedness, Accountability, Leadership, People Management, Management Reporting, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Constructive Feedback, Personal Development, Employee Engagement, Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Splunk Inc.

    Splunk Knowledge Manager 101

    Skills you'll gain: Splunk, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Data Literacy, Incident Management, Information Management, Event Monitoring, Data Processing, Query Languages, Business Intelligence, Data Management, Data Analysis, Big Data, Business Analytics

    ★ 4.8 (26) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Network Architecture Fundamentals: Cisco Learning and Certifications
  • Create a Financial Statement using Microsoft Excel: Coursera
  • ChatGPT for Beginners: Using AI for Market Research: Coursera
  • Crea data lakes y almacenes de datos en Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • 3D Interaction Design in Virtual Reality: University of London
  • Oracle SQL Basics: LearnQuest
  • Make Data Decisions: Coursera
  • Crafting Presentations that Increase Your Impact: Madecraft
  • Fundamental Privacy Acts and Laws: Infosec
  • AWS Artificial Intelligence Practitioner: Amazon Web Services

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