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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


  • I

    IBM

    SQL for Data Science with R

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Relational Databases, SQL, Database Development, Databases, R Programming, R (Software), Data Science, Query Languages, Data Access, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    192 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Introducción a la programación orientada a objetos en Java

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Object Oriented Design, Java Programming, Code Reusability, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Computer Programming, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Program Development, Debugging

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    300 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Data – What It Is, What We Can Do With It

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Data Visualization, Research Design, Data Presentation, Descriptive Statistics, Analytics, Descriptive Analytics, Research Methodologies, Analysis, Statistics, Quantitative Research, Statistical Methods

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    183 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Data Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Survey Creation, Data Literacy, Data Visualization, Peer Review, Research Design, Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Data Presentation, Sampling (Statistics), Regression Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Research, Probability, Quantitative Research, Analytics, Probability Distribution, Logistic Regression, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    267 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Deep Learning with PyTorch

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Deep Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Artificial Neural Networks, Transfer Learning, Model Optimization, Applied Machine Learning, Image Analysis, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Model Training, Model Evaluation, Model Deployment, Data Preprocessing, Classification Algorithms, Logistic Regression

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    96 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Build a mobile app with Google Sheets on Glide and no coding

    Skills you'll gain: No-Code Development, Mobile Development, Google Sheets, Application Development, Mobile Development Tools, Google Workspace, Application Design, Application Deployment, Development Testing, Spreadsheet Software, Data Structures, User Interface (UI), User Accounts, Persona (User Experience), Authentications, User Feedback, Web Development, Marketing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    686 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • D

    Dassault Systèmes

    SOLIDWORKS Advanced Sketching and Reference Geometry

    Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), Computer-Aided Design, Drafting and Engineering Design, Mechanical Engineering

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    43 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Art of Visual Storytelling

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Premiere, Video Production, Videography, Post-Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Video Editing, Storyboarding, Storytelling, Cinematography, Media Production, Visual Storytelling, Oral Expression, Editing, Data Import/Export, Writing, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Scripting, Design Elements And Principles, Timelines

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    144 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • T

    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Basic Modeling for Discrete Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Model Optimization, Mathematical Modeling, Problem Solving, Process Modeling, Mathematical Software, Combinatorics, Graph Theory, Computational Logic, Computational Thinking, Data Modeling

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    460 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Building Smarter Software: GenAI Tools and Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Prompt Engineering, Version Control, OpenAI API, Debugging, Google Gemini, Flask (Web Framework), Software Design Patterns, Gemini, GitLab, Responsible AI, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Collaborative Software, Application Programming Interface (API), Mobile Development, Front-End Web Development, Back-End Web Development, Application Development, GitHub, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    132 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Artificial Intelligence Algorithms Models and Limitations

    Skills you'll gain: Model Training, Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, Data Ethics, Algorithms, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, AI literacy, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Collection, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Computational Thinking, Economics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    567 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Skillshare

    AI for Business: Branding, Creative Content, and Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Visual Storytelling, AI powered creativity, Prompt Patterns, AI Workflows, Multimodal Prompts, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Prompt Engineering Tools, Copywriting, Education Software and Technology, Cinematography, AI literacy, Ideation, Blogs, Graphic and Visual Design, Scripting, Color Theory, Media Production, Large Language Modeling, Writing and Editing, Marketing

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    63 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • SQL for Data Science with R: IBM
  • Introducción a la programación orientada a objetos en Java: Universidad de los Andes
  • Data – What It Is, What We Can Do With It: Johns Hopkins University
  • Data Literacy: Johns Hopkins University
  • Deep Learning with PyTorch: IBM
  • Build a mobile app with Google Sheets on Glide and no coding: Coursera
  • SOLIDWORKS Advanced Sketching and Reference Geometry: Dassault Systèmes
  • The Art of Visual Storytelling: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Basic Modeling for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Building Smarter Software: GenAI Tools and Practices: Coursera

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