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Design Thinking Courses

Design Thinking courses can help you learn user-centered design, prototyping, brainstorming techniques, and iterative testing. You can build skills in empathy mapping, defining user personas, and conducting usability tests. Many courses introduce tools like Adobe XD, Figma, and Miro, which facilitate collaboration and visualization throughout the design process. Additionally, you'll explore methods for gathering feedback and refining solutions, ensuring that your designs are not only innovative but also aligned with user needs.

Popular Design Thinking Courses and Certifications


  • C

    Codio

    Programming in Python: A Hands-on Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Data Import/Export, Data Structures, Python Programming, Data Persistence, Computational Logic, Computer Science, Data Storage, File Management

    ★ 4.5 (486) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • M

    Microsoft

    Data and Business Process Modeling with Microsoft Visio

    Skills you'll gain: Process Flow Diagrams, Business Process Modeling, Data Modeling, Process Modeling, Microsoft Visio, Diagram Design, Business Process, Business Modeling, Business Analysis, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Business Analysis Tools

    ★ 4.3 (135) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • B

    Board Infinity

    Fundamentals of Java Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Eclipse (Software), Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Development Tools, Java, Computer Programming Tools, Object Oriented Design, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Virtual Machines, Algorithms

    ★ 4.4 (635) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Introduction to C++ Programming and Unreal

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, C++ (Programming Language), Debugging, Computer Programming, Program Development, Video Game Development, Computer Programming Tools, 3D Assets, Development Environment, Software Documentation, Code Reusability, Data Storage, Scripting

    ★ 4.5 (180) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Foundations of Healthcare Systems Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Verification And Validation, Health Systems, Systems Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Practices, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care, Systems Integration, Concept Of Operations, Requirements Analysis, Enterprise Architecture, Application Deployment

    ★ 4.7 (305) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Adaptability and Resiliency

    Skills you'll gain: Adaptability, Resilience, Professional Development, Action Oriented, Overcoming Obstacles, Self-Awareness, Cognitive flexibility, Expectation Management, Growth Mindedness, Personal Development, Relationship Building, Plan Execution, Productivity, Planning, Behavioral Management, Positivity

    ★ 4.7 (813) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Peking University

    计算导论与C语言基础

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Computer Science, Computer Architecture, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Software Design, Theoretical Computer Science, Quantum computing, Computational Logic, Data Structures

    ★ 4.8 (1.7K) · Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • L

    L&T EduTech

    A Practitioner's Approach to Power Distribution & Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Substation, Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Control Systems, Electric Power Systems, Low Voltage, High Voltage, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Wiring, Electrical Safety, Three-Phase, Plant Operations and Management, Building Services Engineering, HVAC, Basic Electrical Systems, Energy and Utilities, Mechanical Design, Schematic Diagrams, Construction, Civil Engineering

    ★ 4.6 (240) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Public Health Perspectives on Sustainable Diets

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Water Sustainability, Nutrition and Diet, Food and Beverage, Nutrition Education, Public Health, Environmental Issue, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Equity, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Science, Systems Thinking, Climate Change Mitigation

    ★ 4.8 (193) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft 365 with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Responsible AI, Presentations, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams, Data Storytelling, Predictive Modeling, Email Automation, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard Creation, Data Synthesis, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Word, Microsoft 365, Data Analysis

    ★ 4.5 (84) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Virginia

    Business Strategy in Practice (Project-centered Course)

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Business Research, Milestones (Project Management), Project Management, Executive Presence, Business Strategy, Verbal Strategic Communication, Research Reports, Business Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Communication, Analysis, Report Writing, Business Writing, Decision Making, Constructive Feedback

    ★ 4.7 (216) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidade Estadual de Campinas

    Saúde Baseada em Evidências

    Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Health Care, Research, Health Systems, Medical Science and Research, Clinical Research, Research Design, Scientific Methods, Research Methodologies

    ★ 4.9 (1.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular design thinking courses

  • Programming in Python: A Hands-on Introduction: Codio
  • Data and Business Process Modeling with Microsoft Visio: Microsoft
  • Fundamentals of Java Programming: Board Infinity
  • Introduction to C++ Programming and Unreal: University of Colorado System
  • Foundations of Healthcare Systems Engineering: Johns Hopkins University
  • Adaptability and Resiliency: University of California, Davis
  • 计算导论与C语言基础: Peking University
  • A Practitioner's Approach to Power Distribution & Automation: L&T EduTech
  • Public Health Perspectives on Sustainable Diets: Johns Hopkins University
  • Microsoft 365 with Generative AI: Microsoft

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