Visual design courses can help you learn color theory, typography, layout principles, and visual hierarchy. You can build skills in creating compelling graphics, designing user interfaces, and developing branding strategies. Many courses introduce tools like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Figma, that support executing design projects and collaborating with teams. Additionally, you may explore methods for conducting user research and applying design thinking to solve visual communication challenges.

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Prompt Engineering, Data Presentation, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Excel Macros, Storytelling, Excel Formulas, Data Synthesis, LLM Application, Consolidation, AI literacy, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, AI Enablement, Plot (Graphics), Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, AI powered creativity, Generative AI
★ 4.8 (8.3K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Social Media Content, Social Media Campaigns, Content Creation, Visual Design, Social Media Marketing, Generative AI, Video Production, Content Marketing, Graphic Design, Video Editing, ChatGPT, Marketing Design, AI Workflows, Prompt Engineering, Content Strategy, Animations, Storytelling, Branding, Responsible AI
★ 4.4 (414) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Data Storytelling, Database Design, Dashboard, Predictive Analytics, MySQL, Data Presentation, Relational Databases, SQL, Tableau Software, Business Analytics, Business Metrics, Data Visualization Software, Process Development, Data Visualization, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Big Data, Business Communication, Microsoft Excel
★ 4.6 (15K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, Stakeholder Engagement, Dashboard, Business Intelligence, Tableau Software, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Warehousing, Database Systems, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Data Pipelines, Interviewing Skills, Business Process, Business Analysis, Database Design, Data Mart, Applicant Tracking Systems, Data Analysis, SQL, Stakeholder Communications
★ 4.8 (9.4K) · Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, ChatGPT, Agentic Workflows, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, AI Workflows, AI Enablement, Agentic systems, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Intelligence, Business Leadership, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Automation, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Planning, Planning, Talent Acquisition, Procurement
★ 4.8 (10K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

SkillsBooster Academy
Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Visual Storytelling, Google Gemini, Microsoft PowerPoint, Generative AI, Public Speaking, Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Anthropic Claude, Multimedia, Business Reporting, Oral Expression, Sales Presentation, Data Storytelling, Creative Design, Persuasive Communication, Visual Design, Interactive Data Visualization, Google Workspace, Target Audience
★ 5 (11) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Generative AI Agents, AI Personalization, ChatGPT, Mobile Development, AI powered creativity, Software Design Documents, Software Design, Generative Model Architectures, Anthropic Claude, Mobile Development Tools, LLM Application, AI literacy, iOS Development, AI Integrations, Software Development, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)
★ 4.7 (12K) · Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Embedded Systems, Electronics, Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Network Protocols, Linux, User Requirements Documents, Functional Specification, Electronic Components, Functional Requirement, OSI Models, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronic Hardware, Systems Design, Debugging, Linux Commands, Application Programming Interface (API), TCP/IP, Python Programming
★ 4.7 (21K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, AI Workflows, AI powered creativity, Responsible AI, Data Visualization, Document Management, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Data Presentation, LLM Application, AI literacy, Generative AI, AI Enablement, Risking, Multimodal Prompts, Image Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Data Compilation
★ 4.8 (9.6K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, Web Design and Development, Front-End Web Development, Responsive Web Design, Web Applications, Web Design, Ajax, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Development, Web Development Tools, Development Environment, Javascript, Frontend Performance, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Server Side, Semantic Web, Software Installation
★ 4.7 (17K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Performance Measurement, Digital Media Strategy, Performance Metric, Search Engine Marketing, Conversion Funnel Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Search Engine Optimization, Branding, Web Analytics and SEO, Digital Marketing, Customer Engagement, Marketing Planning, Marketing Strategies, Marketing, E-Commerce, Email Marketing, Brand Awareness, Marketing Analytics, Performance marketing
★ 4.8 (32K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Multiple educators
Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Data Structures, Event-Driven Programming, File I/O, Interactive Data Visualization, Java, Java Programming, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), User Interface (UI), Debugging, Software Testing, Computer Programming, Cryptography, Software Engineering, Bioinformatics, Algorithms, Data Analysis, Software Design, Problem Solving
★ 4.6 (15K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months