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System design courses can help you learn architectural patterns, scalability principles, performance optimization, and system reliability. You can build skills in creating efficient APIs, managing databases, and implementing microservices. Many courses introduce tools like AWS, Docker, and Kubernetes, that support deploying and managing applications in a cloud environment. You'll also explore methods for designing fault-tolerant systems and ensuring data consistency, equipping you with practical knowledge for real-world applications.


Popular System Design Courses and Certifications


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    Arizona State University

    Positive Thinking and Thriving

    Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Optimism, Empowerment, Growth Mindedness, Independent Thinking, Resilience, Self-Motivation, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Professional Development, Mindfulness, Stress Management

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Proyecto final - Construyendo una aplicación profesional con Android

    Skills you'll gain: Android Development, Application Design, Android Studio, Mobile Development, Application Development, Prototyping, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Program Development, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Development Testing, Extensible Markup Language (XML)

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    ESADE Business and Law School

    Empresa familiar: gestión, dirección y sucesión

    Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Business Modeling, Organizational Structure, Governance, Business Management, Systems Thinking, Business, Risk Analysis, Technology Strategies, Family Support, Business Valuation, Business Leadership, Innovation, Business Process, Business Transformation, Entrepreneurship, Communication, Leadership, Business Analysis, Economics

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Program Management and the Art of Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Communications, Persuasive Communication, Target Audience, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication Planning, Influencing, Professional Development, Strategic Communication, Leadership, Data Management, Team Building, Data Integrity, Negotiation, Meeting Facilitation, Communication Strategies, Project Management, Communication, Risk Management

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    Multiple educators

    Transformative Leadership in the Circular Economy

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership and Management, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Systems Thinking, Brand Marketing, Change Management, Strategic Leadership, Professional Development, Waste Minimization, Packaging and Labeling, Business Leadership, Environment and Resource Management, Regulatory Compliance, Engineering Management, Market Opportunities, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Emerging Technologies, Digital Marketing

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    Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Social Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Responsible AI, Graph Theory, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Research, Model Evaluation, Social Sciences, Statistical Analysis, Amazon Web Services, R Programming, Tensorflow, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Research Design, Sociology, Driving engagement, Machine Learning Methods, Behavioral Economics

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    Skillshare

    Advanced Guide to Adobe InDesign CC: Pro Styles & Layouts

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe InDesign, Adobe Creative Cloud, Style Guides, Automation, Layout Design, Graphic Design, Typography, File Management

    Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Azure Network Engineer: AZ-700 Exam Prep & Certification

    Skills you'll gain: Network Planning And Design, Microsoft Azure, Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, Network Architecture, Network Monitoring, Load Balancing, Virtual Networking, Network Performance Management, Network Administration, Network Infrastructure, Scalability, Computer Networking, Firewall, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Performance Tuning, Cloud Deployment, Wide Area Networks, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), General Networking

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    L&T EduTech

    Industry 4.0: PLM, Value Chain, and Smart Factory

    Skills you'll gain: Product Lifecycle Management, Manufacturing and Production, Robotic Process Automation, Production Process, Automation, Enterprise Resource Planning, Supply Chain Management, Plant Operations and Management, Internet Of Things, Facility Management and Maintenance, Digital Transformation, Real Time Data, Augmented Reality

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    EDUCBA

    ISO, CMMI & Project Quality Certification Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Earned Value Management, ISO 9000 Series, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Quality Management Systems, Quality Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Quality Improvement, Program Implementation, Process Improvement, Culture Transformation, Project Performance, Risk Management, Cost Management, Operational Risk, Performance Measurement, Project Controls, Process Analysis, Performance Management, Quality Control, Project Management

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    Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Google Data Studio - CrƩation de Tableaux de Bords Interactifs

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Dashboard, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Collaborative Software, Data Sharing, Data Science, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence, Data Integration, Data Modeling, Data Import/Export

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    Intermediate Ā· Guided Project Ā· Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Growing your Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Thought Leadership, Influencing, Communication, Self-Awareness, Lifelong Learning, Professional Networking, Leadership, Professional Development, LinkedIn, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Branding, Growth Mindedness, Social Media Strategy, Adaptability

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    Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Positive Thinking and Thriving:Ā Arizona State University
  • Proyecto final - Construyendo una aplicación profesional con Android:Ā Universidad Nacional Autónoma de MĆ©xico
  • Empresa familiar: gestión, dirección y sucesión:Ā ESADE Business and Law School
  • Program Management and the Art of Communication:Ā University of Maryland, College Park
  • Transformative Leadership in the Circular Economy:Ā University of Colorado Boulder
  • Social Computing:Ā Johns Hopkins University
  • Advanced Guide to Adobe InDesign CC: Pro Styles & Layouts:Ā Skillshare
  • Azure Network Engineer: AZ-700 Exam Prep & Certification:Ā EDUCBA
  • Industry 4.0: PLM, Value Chain, and Smart Factory:Ā L&T EduTech
  • ISO, CMMI & Project Quality Certification Mastery:Ā EDUCBA

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