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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


  • F

    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    System Dynamics

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Simulations, Simulation and Simulation Software, Process Flow Diagrams, Systems Analysis, Complex Problem Solving, Diagram Design, Software Visualization, Market Dynamics, Business Modeling, Demand Planning

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Basic Robotic Behaviors and Odometry

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Automation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Control Systems, Simulations, Algorithms, Virtual Environment, Linear Algebra, Python Programming

    Build toward a degree

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    62 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Toronto

    GIS, Mapping, and Spatial Analysis Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, ArcGIS, Geospatial Information and Technology, GIS Software, Data Manipulation, Data Synthesis, Data Visualization, Data Compilation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Processing, Data Wrangling, Data Mapping, Data Storytelling, Metadata Management, Data Integration, Graphic and Visual Design, Data Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    325 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Retrieve Data using Single-Table SQL Queries

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, Data Access, Database Software, Database Design, Relational Databases, Problem Solving

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    335 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • X

    Xbox

    Brand Identity and Vector Graphics

    Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Adobe Illustrator, Typography, Layout Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Design Reviews, Branding, Design Elements And Principles, Design, Game Design, Computer Graphic Techniques, Computer Graphics, Color Theory, Image Quality, Scalability

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    SAP

    Business Process Modeling and Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: SAP Signavio, Business Process Modeling, Process Modeling, Performance Measurement, Process Analysis, Process Design, Business Process, Process Mapping, Performance Metric, Process Improvement, Gap Analysis, Process Improvement and Optimization, Performance Analysis, Process Flow Diagrams, SAP Analytics Cloud, Business Workflow Analysis, Process Optimization, Dashboard, Data Visualization, Root Cause Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    23 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Duke University

    Cloud Virtualization, Containers and APIs

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Platforms, Application Deployment, Microservices, Cloud Computing, DevOps, Kubernetes, Cloud Management, Continuous Delivery, Containerization, Amazon Web Services, Serverless Computing, Virtual Machines, Performance Testing, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, System Monitoring, Flask (Web Framework), Performance Stress Testing, Continuous Monitoring

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    136 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    SkillUp

    Overview: Six Sigma and the Organization

    Skills you'll gain: Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Lean Six Sigma, Operational Excellence, Process Improvement, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Solution Design, Quality Improvement, Business Process, Process Development, Business Process Management, Process Improvement and Optimization, Quality Management, Organizational Strategy, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Analysis, Data Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    48 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Foundations of IoT Systems and Industrial Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Automation, Infrastructure Architecture, Data Management, Systems Architecture, Network Protocols, Information Management, Systems Integration, Information Systems Security, Security Strategy, Emerging Technologies, Communication Systems, Systems Design

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    42 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    Exploratorium

    Exploring Light: Hands-on Activities and Strategies for Teachers

    Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Educational Materials, Instructional Design, Laboratory Experience, Learning Strategies, Constructive Feedback, Experimentation, Science and Research, Physics, Scientific Methods, Investigation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    57 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidade Estadual de Campinas

    Introdução ao Desenvolvimento de Aplicativos Android

    Skills you'll gain: Android Studio, Application Development, Android Development, Application Design, Mobile Development, Android (Operating System), User Interface (UI), UI Components, Event-Driven Programming, Java, Development Environment, Java Programming, Software Installation, Extensible Markup Language (XML)

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    65 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IBM

    GenAI for Execs & Business Leaders: Formulate Your Use Case

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Engineering Tools, Responsible AI, AI Product Strategy, Generative AI, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Strategic Thinking, Brainstorming, AI Integrations, LLM Application, Business Analysis, Feasibility Studies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    138 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • System Dynamics: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Basic Robotic Behaviors and Odometry : University of Colorado Boulder
  • GIS, Mapping, and Spatial Analysis Capstone: University of Toronto
  • Retrieve Data using Single-Table SQL Queries: Coursera
  • Brand Identity and Vector Graphics: Xbox
  • Business Process Modeling and Analysis: SAP
  • Cloud Virtualization, Containers and APIs: Duke University
  • Overview: Six Sigma and the Organization: SkillUp
  • Foundations of IoT Systems and Industrial Automation: LearnQuest
  • Exploring Light: Hands-on Activities and Strategies for Teachers: Exploratorium

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