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    Prompt engineering courses can help you learn how to design effective prompts that guide AI tools like ChatGPT to generate accurate, relevant, and useful responses.

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    Find the Best Prompt Engineering Course for Your Goals

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      IBM

      IBM RAG and Agentic AI

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, LangChain, Tool Calling, LangGraph, Agentic systems, Multimodal Prompts, Generative AI, LLM Application, Generative AI Agents, Responsible AI, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Application Design, Application Development, Large Language Modeling, UI Components, Semantic Web, Databases, Data Storage Technologies, Software Development

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      Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Google Advanced Data Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Data Ethics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Feature Engineering, Regression Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis, Tableau Software, Data Science, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Interviewing Skills, Python Programming

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      Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Google IT Automation with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Version Control, Cloud Services, Debugging, Puppet (Configuration Management Tool), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Bash (Scripting Language), CI/CD, Cloud Computing, Technical Communication, Unit Testing, Web Services, Email Automation, Configuration Management, Automation, Python Programming, Interviewing Skills, Professional Development, Scripting

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      Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Generative AI for Mobile App Developers

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, AI Personalization, Mobile Development, ChatGPT, Anthropic Claude, Artificial Intelligence, LLM Application, Software Development Tools, Software Testing, Apple iOS, AI Product Strategy, Test Automation, Software Development, Machine Learning Methods, DevSecOps, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

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      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      IBM AI Enterprise Workflow

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Data Ethics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Data Presentation, Tensorflow, Application Deployment, Dimensionality Reduction, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Probability Distribution, Apache Spark, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Supervised Learning, Data Visualization Software, Data Pipelines, Design Thinking, Unit Testing, Data Science, Machine Learning, Python Programming

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      346 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      The Nuts and Bolts of Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Applied Machine Learning, Advanced Analytics, Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Workflow Management, Data Ethics, Supervised Learning, Data Validation, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Random Forest Algorithm, Decision Tree Learning, Python Programming, Performance Tuning

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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Illinois Tech

      Digital Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Pay Per Click Advertising, Digital Marketing, Web Analytics, Email Marketing, Paid media, Digital Advertising, Google Ads, Social Media Campaigns, Marketing Strategies, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Google Analytics, Web Analytics and SEO, Web Design and Development, Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media, Campaign Management, Search Engine Marketing

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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Increase SEO Traffic with WordPress

      Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Search Engine Optimization, Blogs, Web Analytics, Web Content, Keyword Research, Information Architecture, Content Management, Marketing, Analytics, Web Design, Web Development

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Optical Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, System Requirements, Simulation and Simulation Software, Image Analysis, System Design and Implementation, Equipment Design, Engineering Design Process, Performance Tuning, Systems Engineering, Design Software, Systems Analysis, Laboratory Equipment, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Computer-Aided Design, Graphical Tools, Mathematical Modeling, Scientific Visualization

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      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      High-Performance and Parallel Computing

      Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Distributed Computing, Scalability, Software Architecture, Big Data, Operating Systems, Performance Tuning, File Systems, Cloud Development, Scripting, Command-Line Interface, C and C++, Linux, Data Sharing, OS Process Management, Communication Systems, Artificial Intelligence

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      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Petroleum Engineering with AI Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Oil and Gas, Petroleum Industry, Hazard Analysis, Safety Standards, Environmental Resource Management, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Regulations, Environment Health And Safety, Big Data, Plant Operations and Management, Waste Minimization, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Risk Analysis, Environmental Engineering, Failure Mode And Effects Analysis, Data Management, Pump Stations, Data Processing, Process Control

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      University of California, Davis

      Chemical Hazards and Process Safety

      Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Hazard Analysis, Process Engineering, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Safety Assurance, Occupational Health, Safety Training, Risk Management, Environment Health And Safety, Process Control, Accident Prevention, Risk Analysis, Incident Management, Safety Standards, Failure Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Personal protective equipment, Risk Management Framework, Engineering Analysis, Safety and Security

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      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular prompt engineering courses

    • IBM RAG and Agentic AI: IBM
    • Google Advanced Data Analytics: Google
    • Google IT Automation with Python: Google
    • Generative AI for Mobile App Developers: IBM
    • IBM AI Enterprise Workflow: IBM
    • The Nuts and Bolts of Machine Learning: Google
    • Digital Marketing: Illinois Tech
    • Increase SEO Traffic with WordPress: Coursera Project Network
    • Optical Engineering: University of Colorado Boulder
    • High-Performance and Parallel Computing: University of Colorado Boulder

    Why Learn Prompt Engineering?

    Prompt engineering is the practice of crafting inputs that optimize how generative AI systems interpret and respond to tasks. It’s a key skill for using tools like ChatGPT, Bard, and Claude across content creation, data analysis, and automation. Learning prompt engineering can help you communicate with AI more effectively, streamline workflows, and unlock new applications in your personal and professional work.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Prompt Engineering

    Browse the prompt engineering courses below—popular starting points on Coursera.

    • Generative AI: Prompt Engineering Basics: IBM
    • Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT: Vanderbilt University
    • Advanced Prompt Engineering for Everyone: Vanderbilt University
    • Essentials of Prompt Engineering: AWS
    • Google Prompting Essentials: Google
    • ChatGPT Prompt Engineering for Developers: DeepLearning.AI‎

    Consider whether you want to use prompts as a beginner, build apps with large language models, or explore how prompt techniques affect model behavior.

    • For hands-on instruction using ChatGPT, start with Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT from Vanderbilt University.
    • To apply prompting across tools and use cases, explore Generative AI with Large Language Models from AWS and DeepLearning.AI.
    • If you’re focused on specific use cases, try ChatGPT Prompt Engineering for Developers, Prompt Engineering for Educators, or Prompt Engineering for Law.‎

    These beginner-friendly options are accessible to learners without coding or AI experience:

    • Design Prompts for Everyday Work Tasks by Google – Covers prompt structure and strategy in everyday contexts.
    • Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT – Offers an applied, tool-based approach for writing clear and effective prompts.
    • ChatGPT Prompt Engineering for Developers – While designed for developers, the early modules are approachable for motivated beginners.‎
    • A course teaches targeted skills—like ChatGPT Prompt Engineering for Developers, which focuses on prompt design patterns.
    • A Specialization covers broader AI concepts—like the AI Agent Developer Specialization, which includes prompting, fine-tuning, and application development.
    • A Professional Certificate includes multiple modules tied to job readiness—such as IBM Generative AI Engineering Certificate, where prompt design is part of the broader product and model lifecycle.‎

    Click here to ask ChatGPT to find the right prompt engineering course on Coursera for your learning goals.‎

    Yes. Many prompt engineering and generative AI courses offer a free audit option, allowing learners to access video lessons and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to create prompts that yield accurate, creative, and contextually relevant responses from AI tools. Topics include prompt types (like zero-shot and few-shot), iterative refinement, and ethical considerations in AI interaction.‎

    Not necessarily. Many courses are designed for general learners and provide hands-on practice without requiring programming. For more advanced topics—like using APIs or automating prompts—coding experience can be helpful.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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