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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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    DeepLearning.AI

    Supervised Machine Learning: Regression and Classification

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Jupyter, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, NumPy, Predictive Modeling, Classification Algorithms, Feature Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Python Programming, Logistic Regression, Regression Analysis, Unsupervised Learning

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    32K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Logical Operations

    ITIL 4: Foundations and Framework

    Skills you'll gain: Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Service Management, IT Service Management, Information Technology, Information Technology Operations, Service Level, Operations Management, Asset Management, Operations

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Northeastern University

    Systems and Cybersecurity Fundamentals Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cryptography, Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Policies, Encryption, Data Security, Network Security, Security Controls, Network Protocols, Threat Modeling, Security Strategy, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Storage, Zero Trust Network Access, Governance Risk Management and Compliance

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Prompt Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Data Presentation, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, Document Management, Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Generative AI, Creativity, Large Language Modeling, Risk Management Framework, Artificial Intelligence, Problem Solving, Data Analysis, Information Management

    4.8
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Kennesaw State University

    Managing Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Network Administration, Security Management, Firewall, Network Monitoring, Cybersecurity, General Networking, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Wireless Networks, Vulnerability Assessments, Cloud Security, System Monitoring, TCP/IP, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cloud Computing, Threat Detection, Cryptography, Encryption

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    238 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    IT Security: Defense against the digital dark arts

    Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Encryption, Cryptography, Security Management, Authorization (Computing), Firewall, Authentications, Threat Detection, Hardening, Malware Protection, AI Enablement, Wireless Networks

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    26K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Data Warehouse Engineer

    Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, Database Design, Database Administration, SQL, Extract, Transform, Load, Apache Airflow, Relational Databases, Linux Commands, IBM Cognos Analytics, Database Management, Data Pipelines, Apache Kafka, Bash (Scripting Language), Database Architecture and Administration, Shell Script, Data Store, Data Visualization, IBM DB2, Dashboard, File Management

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Competencias digitales. Herramientas de ofimática (Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point)

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Spreadsheet Software, digital literacy, Data Entry, Computer Literacy, Information Technology, Document Management, Graphical Tools

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    6.6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Systems Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Process Mapping, Process Analysis, Business Analysis, Data Presentation, Business Process Improvement, Interactive Data Visualization, Feasibility Studies, Data Visualization, Systems Analysis, Stakeholder Analysis, Process Optimization, Requirements Management, Systems Design, Communication Planning, Test Planning, Information Technology, Business Process Modeling, Database Management, Agile Methodology

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google

    Introduction to Git and GitHub

    Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Version Control, Continuous Integration, Software Versioning, Collaborative Software, Software Development Tools, Code Review, Issue Tracking, Command-Line Interface

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    7.9K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design

    Skills you'll gain: User Research, User Experience Design, Design Thinking, User Centered Design, Usability, Persona (User Experience), User Interface (UI), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Wireframing, Prototyping, Sprint Retrospectives, Sprint Planning

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    75K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Meta

    Meta Front-End Developer

    Skills you'll gain: User Research, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), User Experience Design, User Experience, Design Research, Linux Commands, Usability, Debugging, User Interface (UI), Software Versioning, Software Visualization, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Pseudocode, JavaScript Frameworks, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Javascript, Web Applications, Event-Driven Programming, Unit Testing, Application Programming Interface (API)

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    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Supervised Machine Learning: Regression and Classification : DeepLearning.AI
  • ITIL 4: Foundations and Framework: Logical Operations
  • Systems and Cybersecurity Fundamentals Part 1: Northeastern University
  • Prompt Engineering: Vanderbilt University
  • Managing Network Security: Kennesaw State University
  • IT Security: Defense against the digital dark arts : Google
  • IBM Data Warehouse Engineer: IBM
  • Competencias digitales. Herramientas de ofimática (Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point): Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • IBM Systems Analyst: IBM
  • Introduction to Git and GitHub: Google

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