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    Master prompt engineering for optimizing AI models. Learn to design effective prompts for machine learning and natural language processing tasks.

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    • V

      Vanderbilt University

      ChatGPT for Project Management - Leveraging AI for Success

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Large Language Modeling, Productivity, Project Planning, Generative AI, Risk Analysis, Milestones (Project Management), Timelines, Project Risk Management, Project Schedules, Project Management, Artificial Intelligence, Workflow Management, Project Implementation, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Project Documentation, Taking Meeting Minutes, Business Metrics, Creative Thinking

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      5.8K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      Generative AI Leadership & Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Data Validation, Succession Planning, Productivity, Business Writing, Generative AI, Leadership, Meeting Facilitation, Organizational Leadership, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Business Leadership, Proposal Writing, Communication, Risk Management Framework, Creative Thinking, Human Resource Strategy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6.3K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • V

      Vanderbilt University

      ChatGPT: Excel at Personal Automation with GPTs, AI & Zapier

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Agentic systems, Productivity, AI Personalization, OpenAI, Expense Management, Artificial Intelligence, Personalized Service, Expense Reports, Large Language Modeling, Workflow Management, Google Workspace, Creative Thinking, Ingenuity, Productivity Software, Brainstorming, Business Process Automation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      D

      DeepLearning.AI

      Building Systems with the ChatGPT API

      Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, OpenAI, Cloud API, Generative AI, Self Service Technologies, Python Programming

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      214 reviews

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: New
      New
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      Vanderbilt University

      AI Agent Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, OpenAI, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Data Validation, Data Presentation, Productivity, AI Personalization, Document Management, Python Programming, Agentic systems, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Personalized Service, Large Language Modeling, Risk Management Framework, Expense Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6.7K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • I

      IBM

      Generative AI Engineering with LLMs

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, Generative AI Agents, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Text Mining, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Application Development, Artificial Intelligence, Feature Engineering, Document Management, Machine Learning Methods, Jupyter, Data Processing, Applied Machine Learning, Performance Tuning, Application Frameworks

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      397 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • I

      IBM

      Generative AI for Project Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI, OpenAI, Project Management, Workflow Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Large Language Modeling, Team Building, Project Planning, Microsoft Copilot, Artificial Intelligence, Program Development, Project Documentation, Risk Management, Business Ethics, Image Analysis, Content Creation, Virtual Environment

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: AI skills
      AI skills
      I

      IBM

      IBM AI Product Manager

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, New Product Development, Product Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Development, Innovation, Product Roadmaps, ChatGPT, Large Language Modeling, Product Planning, Commercialization, Product Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Project Management Life Cycle, Data Ethics, OpenAI, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Competitive Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      25K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      DeepLearning.AI

      Prompt Engineering with Llama 2&3

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Open Source Technology, Secure Coding, Computer Programming

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Arizona State University

      AI Foundations: Prompt Engineering with ChatGPT

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Large Language Modeling, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Ideation, Creativity, Research

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      70 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Prompt Engineering with GPT: Programming for Custom Content

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, OpenAI, ChatGPT, Large Language Modeling, Python Programming, Application Programming Interface (API)

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • I

      IBM

      Generative AI for Data Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Database Design, Data Pipelines, Query Languages, Extract, Transform, Load, OpenAI, Snowflake Schema, Star Schema, Data Warehousing, Data Ethics, Data Infrastructure, Data Architecture, Data Mining, Large Language Modeling, Data Synthesis, Artificial Intelligence, Program Development, Image Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • ChatGPT for Project Management - Leveraging AI for Success: Vanderbilt University
    • Generative AI Leadership & Strategy: Vanderbilt University
    • ChatGPT: Excel at Personal Automation with GPTs, AI & Zapier: Vanderbilt University
    • Building Systems with the ChatGPT API: DeepLearning.AI
    • AI Agent Developer: Vanderbilt University
    • Generative AI Engineering with LLMs: IBM
    • Generative AI for Project Managers: IBM
    • IBM AI Product Manager: IBM
    • Prompt Engineering with Llama 2&3: DeepLearning.AI
    • AI Foundations: Prompt Engineering with ChatGPT: Arizona State University

    Frequently Asked Questions about Prompt Engineering

    Prompt Engineering courses on Coursera teach a range of skills crucial for effectively interacting with and utilizing generative AI models, including:

    • Basic and advanced techniques for crafting effective prompts that guide AI behavior
    • Understanding the interaction between language models and user inputs
    • Best practices for iterative prompt design to achieve desired outcomes
    • Strategies for troubleshooting and refining AI outputs
    • Ethical considerations and biases in AI responses
    • Application of prompt engineering in various industries such as marketing, tech, and creative arts‎

    Coursera’s Prompt Engineering courses accommodate learners of all backgrounds:

    • Beginners can start with no prior experience, learning the fundamentals of how AI models interpret and generate responses.
    • Those with some background in programming or AI can enhance their skills with more detailed techniques specific to prompt engineering.
    • Advanced practitioners can engage with courses that cover complex strategies and ethical implications in depth.‎

    By participating in Prompt Engineering courses on Coursera, you can achieve various credentials that showcase your capabilities:

    • Course Certificates: Earn a certificate for each completed course, which can demonstrate your proficiency in specific aspects of prompt engineering.
    • Professional Certificates: These are designed to prepare you for roles that require expertise in managing AI interactions and optimizing AI outputs.
    • Specializations: Focus on deepening your knowledge in prompt engineering with comprehensive course sequences that build expertise applicable to industry needs. ‎

    Skills in Prompt Engineering can open doors to several innovative career paths in industries that utilize AI technologies, such as:

    • AI Interaction Designer: Specializing in designing user interfaces and experiences for AI systems.
    • Generative AI Technician: Managing and refining AI outputs in various tech applications.
    • Content Strategist: Using AI to generate creative and engaging content across media.
    • Product Manager for AI Tools: Overseeing the development and application of AI products.
    • Ethics Compliance Officer: Ensuring AI operations adhere to ethical standards and regulations.

    These roles leverage the specialized skills of prompt engineering to enhance how businesses and consumers interact with AI technologies. ‎

    Looking to enhance your team's Prompt Engineering skills? Coursera provides tailored enterprise solutions for teams ranging of 5-125 employees. Our offerings include advanced analytics, customized learning paths, and collaborative tools. To explore our Prompt Engineering training options and make a purchase, please visit our Coursera for Teams page.‎

    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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