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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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    IBM

    Generative AI: Prompt Engineering Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving

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    7K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Google Prompting Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Multimodal Prompts, Prompt Engineering, Data Presentation, Prompt Patterns, Graphing, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Timelines, LLM Application, ChatGPT, Artificial Intelligence, Complex Problem Solving, Ideation, Business Correspondence, Report Writing, Solution Design, Critical Thinking, Document Management, Machine Learning

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Risk Management Framework, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Creative Thinking, Problem Solving, Data Analysis, Information Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Prompt Engineering for Educators

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, Creative Problem-Solving, Generative AI, AI Personalization, Data Synthesis, Image Analysis, Data Capture, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, Brainstorming, Large Language Modeling, Data Analysis, Organizational Skills, Education Software and Technology, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Start Writing Prompts like a Pro

    Skills you'll gain: Multimodal Prompts, Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    Advanced Prompt Engineering for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, AI Personalization, Anthropic Claude, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Verification And Validation

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Amazon Web Services

    Essentials of Prompt Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI Agents, Responsible AI

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    627 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    ChatGPT Prompt Engineering for Developers

    Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, LLM Application, OpenAI, Large Language Modeling, Application Development

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    IBM

    IBM GenAI Engineering with PyTorch, LangChain & Hugging Face

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Prompt Engineering, Data Wrangling, Prompt Patterns, LangChain, Large Language Modeling, Unsupervised Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), ChatGPT, Generative AI, Keras (Neural Network Library), Supervised Learning, Data Transformation, Flask (Web Framework), Feature Engineering, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, LLM Application, Data Import/Export

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    AI Agent Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, LLM Application, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Data Presentation, Productivity, OpenAI, AI Personalization, Document Management, Responsible AI, Agentic systems, Tool Calling, Artificial Intelligence, Personalized Service, Large Language Modeling, Software Development

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Generative AI Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, ChatGPT, Responsible AI, OpenAI, AI Product Strategy, Data Ethics, Large Language Modeling, Leadership and Management, LLM Application, Strategic Leadership, Risking, Business Ethics, Legal Risk, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Business Development, Deep Learning, Content Creation

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Generative AI: Prompt Engineering Basics: IBM
  • Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT: Vanderbilt University
  • Google Prompting Essentials: Google
  • Prompt Engineering: Vanderbilt University
  • Prompt Engineering for Educators: Vanderbilt University
  • Start Writing Prompts like a Pro: Google
  • Advanced Prompt Engineering for Everyone: Vanderbilt University
  • Essentials of Prompt Engineering: Amazon Web Services
  • ChatGPT Prompt Engineering for Developers: DeepLearning.AI
  • IBM GenAI Engineering with PyTorch, LangChain & Hugging Face: IBM

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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