Character design courses can help you learn anatomy, color theory, personality development, and storytelling through visual elements. You can build skills in sketching, digital painting, and creating character backstories that resonate with audiences. Many courses introduce tools like Adobe Photoshop, Procreate, and Blender, that support bringing your characters to life and refining your artistic style. You'll also explore techniques for character animation and how to effectively convey emotions through design.

National Taiwan University
Skills you'll gain: SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), 3D Modeling, Architectural Drawing, Model Evaluation, Structural Engineering, Computer-Aided Design, 3D Assets, Building Design, Drafting and Engineering Design, Engineering Drawings, Architectural Design
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Trustworthiness, Influencing, Stakeholder Engagement, Leadership and Management, Stakeholder Management, Analytical Skills, Analysis, Leadership, Cooperation, Supervision, Conflict Management, Collaboration, Team Leadership, Communication, Critical Thinking, Team Collaboration, Case Studies, Decision Making, Relationship Building
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Program Development, Web Development Tools, Software Development, Software Development Tools, Computer Programming Tools, Development Environment, Software Documentation, Data Validation, Javascript, Debugging, Integrated Development Environments, Maintainability, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Code Reusability, Software Design, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Customer Retention, Loyalty Programs, Brand Loyalty, Customer Advocacy, Customer Insights, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Engagement, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Analysis, Value Propositions, Innovation, Organizational Change, Cost Accounting, Organizational Structure, Strategic Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Culture Transformation, Market Share
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Digital Marketing, Keyword Research, Online Advertising, Return On Investment, Media Planning, Consumer Behaviour, Cross-Channel Marketing, Marketing, Digital Media Strategy, Digital Advertising, Digital Marketing Tools, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Digital Brand Strategy, Marketing Channel, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Budgets, Business Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Skills you'll gain: GIS Software, Spatial Analysis, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, Spatial Data Analysis, Augmented Reality, Data Visualization Software, Data Mapping, Graphic and Visual Design, Color Theory, Database Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Indian Institute of Science
Skills you'll gain: Biomedical Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Medical Devices, Medical Equipment and Technology, Vital Signs, Medical Equipment, Materials science, Health Technology, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Testing, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Diagnostic Tests, Molecular Biology, Sensory Systems Analysis, Electrophysiology, AI Personalization, Electocardiography, Neurology, Electronics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Instructional and Curriculum Design, Instructional Strategies, Language Competency, Differentiated Instruction, English Language, Language Learning
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Program Development, Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Computer Science
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, Agentic Workflows, Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, OpenAI API, Model Deployment, OpenAI, AI Integrations, Tool Calling, LLM Application, Enterprise Application Management, OAuth, Model Context Protocol, Prompt Engineering, Performance Tuning, Real Time Data, Interoperability, Prompt Patterns, Application Deployment
Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Graphics Software, Animation and Game Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Graphic Design, Social Media, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Content Creation, Marketing Design, Instagram, Editing, Photo Editing, Branding, Marketing, Video Editing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Project Documentation, Organizational Skills, Document Management, Content Management Systems, Collaboration, Productivity Software, Project Management Software, Workflow Management, Content Development and Management, Digital Publishing, Information Architecture, Data Management, Content Creation, Cloud Platforms
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours