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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

    Vector Databases: from Embeddings to Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Vector Databases, Embeddings, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Algorithms, Semantic Web, Generative AI Agents, Applied Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Create an infographic with Infogram

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Infographics, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Storytelling, Storyboarding, Diagram Design, Data Analysis, Graphic and Visual Design

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Administration with Cloud Foundry: Scale a Web Application

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Foundry, Cloud Applications, Cloud Platforms, Command-Line Interface, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Cloud Development, User Accounts, Cloud Management, Cloud Deployment, Scalability, Web Development Tools, Cloud Computing, Network Troubleshooting

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Pensamiento Sistémico en el Siglo XXI

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Systems Analysis, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Adaptability, Decision Making

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    42 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Customer Value, Acquisition, and Retention

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Retention, Loyalty Programs, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Insights, Marketing Analytics, Customer Acquisition Management, Customer Engagement, Marketing Strategies, Return On Investment, Growth Strategies, Predictive Modeling

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
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    EDUCBA

    DirectX 11: Design, Implement & Optimize

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Graphics, Application Development, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Software Design, C++ (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Software Architecture, Application Lifecycle Management, Context Management, System Configuration, Debugging

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Fundamentals of NuxtJS

    Skills you'll gain: Vue.JS, Application Deployment, JavaScript Frameworks, Application Design, User Interface (UI), Frontend Performance, Web Analytics and SEO, Android Development, Server Side, Data Management

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Manchester

    Water Supply and Sanitation Policy in Developing Countries Part 2: Developing Effective Interventions

    Skills you'll gain: Sanitation, Water Resource Management, Environmental Policy, Policy Analysis, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Health, Community Development, Health Equity, Behavioral Economics, Case Studies, Revenue Management, Regulatory Affairs, Innovation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    78 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Scrimba

    Data Structures and Algorithms: Binary Search

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Program Development, Software Development, Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Javascript, Computer Science, Web Development

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Corporate Finance Institute

    Tableau Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Tableau Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Data Modeling, Data Storytelling, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export, Business Intelligence, Data Transformation, Data Integration, Data Analysis

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    23 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    EDUCBA

    Unix System Overview and Command

    Skills you'll gain: Unix Commands, Unix, Unix Shell, Remote Access Systems, Scripting, Systems Administration, Operating System Administration, Command-Line Interface, IT Automation, Linux, User Accounts, File Management, File Systems, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), File Transfer Protocol (FTP)

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Google Cloud

    Evaluate Your Cloud Next Generation Firewall Needs

    Skills you'll gain: Firewall, Network Security, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, Network Infrastructure, Threat Detection

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Vector Databases: from Embeddings to Applications: DeepLearning.AI
  • Create an infographic with Infogram : Coursera
  • Administration with Cloud Foundry: Scale a Web Application: Coursera
  • Pensamiento Sistémico en el Siglo XXI: Universidad de los Andes
  • Customer Value, Acquisition, and Retention: University of Maryland, College Park
  • DirectX 11: Design, Implement & Optimize: EDUCBA
  • Fundamentals of NuxtJS: Board Infinity
  • Water Supply and Sanitation Policy in Developing Countries Part 2: Developing Effective Interventions: University of Manchester
  • Data Structures and Algorithms: Binary Search: Scrimba
  • Tableau Fundamentals: Corporate Finance Institute

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