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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.


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    IBM

    Generative AI for Business Analysts

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Business Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, AI Enablement, Data Storytelling, Artificial Intelligence, Business Process Automation, Stakeholder Communications, Prototyping, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Workflows, Deep Learning, Business Strategy, Machine Learning, Context Management

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Power Electronics

    Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Control Systems, USB, Electronic Systems, Simulations, Engineering Documentation, Semiconductors, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Electrical Systems, Electronic Components, Electrical Power, Hardware Design, Electronics, Technical Communication, Electronics Engineering, electromagnetics, Electric Power Systems, Simulation and Simulation Software, Design Specifications

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI Leadership & Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Succession Planning, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, Business Writing, Responsible AI, Generative AI, AI Enablement, Leadership, Meeting Facilitation, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Creativity, Problem Solving, Risk Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Canva Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Event Marketing, Presentations, Video Editing, Canva (Software), Marketing Materials, Color Theory, Typography, Marketing Collateral, Marketing Design, Interactive Design, Storytelling, Brand Strategy, Social Media, Logo Design, Layout Design, Social Media Content, Social Media Campaigns, Branding, Content Creation

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Digital Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Digital Advertising, Online Advertising, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Marketing Automation, AI Personalization, Marketing Analytics, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing Strategies, Content Creation, Web Analytics and SEO, Search Engine Marketing, Prototyping, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Introduction to C++ Programming

    Skills you'll gain: C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), Debugging, API Design, Program Development, Software Documentation, Pseudocode, Software Architecture, Software Design, Maintainability, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Generative AI Agents, Integrated Development Environments, Generative AI, System Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Code Review

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Network Engr

    Skills you'll gain: Application Performance Management, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Load Balancing, System Monitoring, Prompt Engineering, Kubernetes, Network Performance Management, Network Monitoring, Firewall, Containerization, Cloud Computing Architecture, Virtual Networking, Network Architecture, Network Planning And Design, Network Security, Cloud Storage, Network Routing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN)

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    IBM

    IBM IT Scrum Master

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, User Story, Software Architecture, Agile Software Development, Sprint Retrospectives, Agile Methodology, DevOps, Kanban Principles, Software Design, Scrum (Software Development), Information Technology, Computer Hardware, Sprint Planning, Software Development Methodologies, Backlogs, Agile Project Management, Team Building, Risk Management, Leadership, Communication

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Patient Safety

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Design Thinking, Change Management, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Leadership, Performance Measurement, Systems Thinking, Healthcare Project Management, Solution Design, Health Systems, Data Analysis, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Value-Based Care, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Improvement, Risk Management, Data Analysis Software, Project Planning, Safety Standards, Patient-centered Care

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    Arizona State University

    Arizona State University TESOL

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Learning Management Systems, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Writing, Oral Expression, Teaching, Literacy, Train The Trainer, Technology Strategies, Grammar, English Language, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Design Elements And Principles, Design Strategies, Language Learning, digital literacy, Innovation

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Functional Programming Principles in Scala

    Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Functional Design, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Integrated Development Environments, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Unit Testing

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    University of Colorado System

    Database Management Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Relational Databases, Data Modeling, Database Management Systems, Database Management, Oracle Databases, SQL, Data Integrity, PostgreSQL, Conceptual Design

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

  • Generative AI for Business Analysts: IBM
  • Power Electronics: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Generative AI Leadership & Strategy: Vanderbilt University
  • Canva Essentials: Coursera
  • Generative AI for Digital Marketing: IBM
  • Microsoft Introduction to C++ Programming: Microsoft
  • Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Network Engr: Google Cloud
  • IBM IT Scrum Master: IBM
  • Patient Safety: Johns Hopkins University
  • Arizona State University TESOL: Arizona State University

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