App design courses can help you learn user interface design, prototyping, usability testing, and interaction design principles. You can build skills in creating wireframes, conducting user research, and implementing design feedback effectively. Many courses introduce tools like Sketch, Figma, and Adobe XD, that support creating visually appealing and functional app layouts. You’ll also explore design systems and accessibility standards to ensure your apps are user-friendly and inclusive.

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Software, Model Training, Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Model Optimization, Model Evaluation, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Research Design, Data Collection, Data Capture, Classification Algorithms, Experimentation, Data Validation, Amazon Web Services, Data Quality, Statistical Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Adobe After Effects, Motion Graphics, Animations, Layout Design
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

ESADE Business and Law School
Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Business Modeling, Organizational Structure, Business Management, Systems Thinking, Storytelling, Business Leadership, Business Strategy, Wealth Management, Organizational Change, Governance
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Skills you'll gain: Scalability, Scala Programming, Distributed Computing, Dataflow, Event-Driven Programming, System Design and Implementation, Systems Architecture, Microservices, Software Architecture, Data Pipelines, Software Design Patterns, Cloud Computing, Software Design, Application Frameworks
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Creative Cloud, Adobe InDesign, Layout Design, Adobe Illustrator, Creative Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Photo Editing, Visual Storytelling, Graphic and Visual Design Software, AI powered creativity, Computer Graphic Techniques, Graphics Software
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Agentic Workflows, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Agentic systems, System Design and Implementation, Unified Modeling Language, Performance Metric, Performance Measurement, Requirements Analysis, Performance Analysis, Model Evaluation, Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Engagement, Benchmarking, Prioritization
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Java, Java Programming, Data Management, Secure Coding, Theoretical Computer Science, Programming Principles, Other Programming Languages, Performance Tuning, Computer Programming
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Databases, Database Theory, Database Design, Database Management, Database Development, SQL, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Management Systems, Query Languages, Data Modeling, Transaction Processing, Data Management, Data Storage, System Design and Implementation, Information Technology, Data Analysis, Information Architecture, Problem Solving, Logical Reasoning
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: LangGraph, AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, CrewAI, Agentic Workflows, Model Deployment, Generative AI Agents, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Agentic systems, Responsible AI, Software Architecture, Application Deployment, Systems Architecture, System Design and Implementation, Communication Systems, Safety and Security, System Monitoring, Scalability, Continuous Monitoring
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Engineering Management, Organizational Leadership, Culture Transformation, Management Training And Development, Leadership and Management, Team Leadership, Recognizing Others, People Management, Organizational Development, Team Motivation, Drive Engagement, Leadership, Team Building, Employee Engagement, Empowerment, Motivational Skills, Accountability, Collaboration, Employee Performance Management
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Decision Making, Creative Thinking, Root Cause Analysis, Creative Problem-Solving, Data Collection, Brainstorming, Curiosity, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Ethics, Creativity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Complex Problem Solving, Independent Thinking, Risk Analysis, Design Thinking, Analysis, Data Synthesis, Strategic Thinking, Collaboration
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Data Persistence, Event-Driven Programming, HTML and CSS, Web Applications, Front-End Web Development, Semantic Web, Javascript, Browser Compatibility, Secure Coding, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Data Storage Technologies, Application Security, Data Validation, Data Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months