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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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    Prompt Engineering Generative AI for Marketing & Advertising

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Marketing Design, Generative AI, A/B Testing, Marketing Materials, Advertising, Marketing, ChatGPT, Content Creation, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Analytics, Customer Insights, Social Media Content, OpenAI

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    95 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Prompt Engineering with GPT: Programming for Custom Content

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, OpenAI, ChatGPT, Scripting, LLM Application, Python Programming, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Development, Machine Learning, Software Engineering

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    63 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    5 Ways to Build a Better LinkedIn Profile

    Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Photo Editing, Professional Networking, Social Media, Professional Development, Branding, Search Engine Optimization, Business Communication

    4.4
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    296 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Create Your First Python Program From UST

    Skills you'll gain: Python Programming, Command-Line Interface, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Development Environment

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    3K reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Work with Components in Figma

    Skills you'll gain: Figma (Design Software), UI Components, Style Guides, Wireframing, Software Design, Mockups, Application Design, Web Design, Application Development, Software Engineering

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    170 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    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

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    791 reviews

    Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Open AI for Beginners: Programmatic Prompting

    Skills you'll gain: OpenAI, Prompt Engineering, JSON, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Applications, Generative AI, LLM Application, Artificial Intelligence

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Promptly for Beginners: Build a Generative AI App

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, No-Code Development, Prompt Engineering, AI Product Strategy, Application Development, Marketing Automation, ChatGPT, Social Media Content, Content Development and Management, Automation, User Interface (UI), Usability

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Machine Learning Pipelines with Azure ML Studio

    Skills you'll gain: Applied Machine Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Predictive Modeling, Microsoft Azure, No-Code Development, Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Data Pipelines, Data Science, Data Analysis, Data Processing, Application Deployment

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    815 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    ChatGPT for Beginners: Save time with Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Data Cleansing, Text Mining, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis Software, Unstructured Data, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Business Analytics, Data Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    336 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Creating Social Media Posts with GenAI: Mastering ChatGPT

    Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, ChatGPT, Social Media Content, Content Strategy, Prompt Engineering, Target Audience, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Marketing, Content Creation, Social Media, User Research, AI Personalization, Social Media Strategy, Market Research, Copywriting, Storytelling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Building an Ecosystem model with Insight Maker

    Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Systems Thinking, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Biology, Systems Analysis, Environment, Storytelling

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    165 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Prompt Engineering Generative AI for Marketing & Advertising: Coursera Project Network
  • Prompt Engineering with GPT: Programming for Custom Content: Coursera Project Network
  • 5 Ways to Build a Better LinkedIn Profile: Coursera Project Network
  • Create Your First Python Program From UST: Coursera Project Network
  • Work with Components in Figma: Coursera Project Network
  • Increase SEO Traffic with WordPress: Coursera Project Network
  • Open AI for Beginners: Programmatic Prompting: Coursera Project Network
  • Promptly for Beginners: Build a Generative AI App: Coursera Project Network
  • Machine Learning Pipelines with Azure ML Studio: Coursera Project Network
  • ChatGPT for Beginners: Save time with Microsoft Excel: Coursera Project Network

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

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.‎

The Prompt Engineering Specialization by Vanderbilt University spans 4 weeks and focuses on:

  • Artificial intelligence
  • Risk management framework
  • Problem solving
  • Creative thinking

It uses tools like Python and Excel.

In contrast, the Google Prompting Essentials course lasts less than 10 hours and emphasizes:

  • Complex problem solving
  • Data visualization
  • Generative AI document management

It uses similar tools.

Both courses cover prompt engineering and are beginner-friendly, but differ in duration and specific areas of focus. Choose based on whether you prefer:

  • Vanderbilt's specialization for deeper insights into risk management and creative thinking
  • Google's course for quicker, broader coverage of AI prompting techniques and data visualization.‎

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.‎
  • 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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