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Creative Thinking Courses

Creative thinking courses can help you learn brainstorming techniques, problem-solving strategies, and innovative design principles. You can build skills in idea generation, critical analysis, and collaborative creativity. Many courses introduce tools like mind mapping software, design thinking frameworks, and creativity exercises that facilitate the application of these skills in various contexts.


Popular Creative Thinking Courses and Certifications


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    New York Institute of Finance

    Reinforcement Learning for Trading Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Financial Trading, Deep Learning, Portfolio Management, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Markov Model, Portfolio Risk, Financial Market, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Risk Management

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    247 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fractal Analytics

    Responsible AI in the Generative AI Era

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, AI Enablement, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    136 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    L&T EduTech

    Geospatial Technology for Construction

    Skills you'll gain: Construction Engineering, Geospatial Mapping, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Data Analysis, Construction, Construction Management, Architecture and Construction, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Civil and Architectural Engineering, Spatial Analysis, Global Positioning Systems, Survey Creation, AutoCAD Civil 3D, 3D Modeling

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    20 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Skillshare

    Design a Strong and Cohesive Product Brand

    Skills you'll gain: Packaging and Labeling, Brand Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Presentations, Content Creation, Target Audience, Logo Design, Storytelling, Branding, Product Design, Design Strategies, Social Media, Design, Marketing Design, Design Thinking, Brand Awareness, Adobe Illustrator, Social Media Marketing, Storyboarding, Visual Design

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Columbia University

    Decision Making and Reinforcement Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Algorithms, Markov Model, Deep Learning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Decision Support Systems, Simulations, Probability Distribution, Statistical Methods

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Detecting COVID-19 with Chest X-Ray using PyTorch

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Convolutional Neural Networks, Transfer Learning, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Model Evaluation, Medical Imaging, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    340 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Introduction to PicsArt for Social Media Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Content, Photo Editing, Marketing, Graphics Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Entrepreneurship, Business

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    Arizona State University

    Python: A Guided Journey from Introduction to Application

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Matplotlib, File I/O, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), NumPy, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Machine Learning Algorithms, Object Oriented Design, Applied Machine Learning, Integrated Development Environments, Pandas (Python Package), Python Programming, Machine Learning, Event-Driven Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Programming

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    C++ Programming Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Program Development, Software Documentation, Pseudocode, C++ (Programming Language), Computational Thinking, Maintainability, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Algorithms, Data Validation

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Sungkyunkwan University

    Korean Philosophy Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Culture, Diagram Design, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Language Learning, Language Competency, Research, World History, Social Studies, Anthropology, Discussion Facilitation, Literacy

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Innovación y creatividad organizacional

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Business Modeling, Design Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Creative Thinking, Entrepreneurship, New Business Development, Open Mindset, Lean Methodologies, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Change

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Sustainable Innovation for Subsistence Marketplaces

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Solution Design, Sustainable Development, Design Thinking, Business Planning, Sustainable Business, Innovation, Product Development, Entrepreneurship, Economic Development, Needs Assessment, Business Development, Consumer Behaviour, Market Analysis, Market Research, Cultural Sensitivity

    Build toward a degree

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    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    125 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Reinforcement Learning for Trading Strategies: New York Institute of Finance
  • Responsible AI in the Generative AI Era: Fractal Analytics
  • Geospatial Technology for Construction : L&T EduTech
  • Design a Strong and Cohesive Product Brand: Skillshare
  • Decision Making and Reinforcement Learning: Columbia University
  • Detecting COVID-19 with Chest X-Ray using PyTorch: Coursera
  • Introduction to PicsArt for Social Media Marketing: Coursera
  • Python: A Guided Journey from Introduction to Application: Arizona State University
  • C++ Programming Fundamentals: Microsoft
  • Korean Philosophy Essentials: Sungkyunkwan University

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