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Ideation Courses

Ideation courses can help you learn brainstorming techniques, concept mapping, and creative problem-solving strategies. You can build skills in evaluating ideas, refining concepts, and presenting innovative solutions effectively. Many courses introduce tools like mind mapping software, design thinking frameworks, and collaborative platforms that facilitate idea generation and team brainstorming sessions.


Popular Ideation Courses and Certifications


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    University of Virginia

    Design Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Design Thinking, Innovation, Ideation, Stakeholder Analysis, Creative Thinking, User Research, Human Centered Design, Creative Problem-Solving, Design Research, Open Mindset, Project Scoping, Persona Development, Project Planning, Value Engineering, Product Development, Growth Mindedness, User Feedback, Strategic Thinking, Creativity

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Analytics Project Ideation

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Analytics, Simulations, Exploratory Data Analysis, Experimentation, Research Design, Business Analytics, Operations Research, Project Design, Customer Analysis, A/B Testing, Data Mining, Business Analysis, Analytical Skills, Ideation, Advanced Analytics, Applied Machine Learning, Design Thinking, Process Mapping, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    The Ideation Process

    Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Process Mapping, Sprint Planning, Business Analysis, User Research, AI Product Strategy, Interviewing Skills, Value Propositions, Customer Insights, Prioritization

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Creative Thinking: Techniques and Tools for Success

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Ideation, Creativity, Cognitive flexibility, Problem Solving, Collaboration

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Introduction to Creative Thinking: Tools for Success

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Ideation, Creativity, Creative Problem-Solving, Innovation, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Skillshare

    The 10-Second Filmmaker: Storytelling 10 Seconds at a Time

    Skills you'll gain: Videography, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Storyboarding, Video Production, Storytelling, Editing, Creativity, Writing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Create a Product Design Brainstorming with Miro

    Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Brainstorming, Ideation, Product Design, Project Design, Design Thinking, Persona Development, Workflow Management, User Centered Design, Teamwork, Collaborative Software, Collaboration, Innovation

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Developing Innovative Ideas for New Companies: The First Step in Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Strategic Decision-Making, Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, Ideation, Innovation, Business Strategies, Customer Insights, Market Analysis, New Business Development, Competitive Analysis, Value Propositions

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Imperial College London

    Systematic Creative Thinking: Tools for Success

    Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Creative Thinking, Problem Solving, Creativity, Design Thinking, Systems Thinking, Innovation, Analysis

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    HEC Paris

    Entrepreneurship Strategy: From Ideation to Exit

    Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Creativity, B2B Sales, Sales, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Business Development, Self-Awareness, Human Resources, International Finance, Financial Analysis, Cash Management, Recruitment, Team Building, Decision Making, Fundraising

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Product Ideation, Design, and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Product Management, Product Development, New Product Development, Wireframing, Financial Statements, Product Design, User Experience Design, Team Leadership, Prototyping, Competitive Analysis, Commercialization, Product Lifecycle Management, Financial Modeling, Value Propositions, Proposal Writing, Innovation, Target Market, Market Opportunities, Ideation

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Adobe

    AI-Powered Exploration With Adobe Firefly Boards

    Skills you'll gain: Storyboarding, Storytelling, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Creative Cloud, Conceptual Design, Visual Design, Prompt Engineering, Creative Design, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Content Creation, Collaborative Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Thinking, Collaboration, Generative AI, Branding, Workflow Management, Communication, Asset Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular ideation courses

  • Design Thinking: University of Virginia
  • Analytics Project Ideation: University of Minnesota
  • The Ideation Process: University of Minnesota
  • Creative Thinking: Techniques and Tools for Success: Imperial College London
  • Introduction to Creative Thinking: Tools for Success: Imperial College London
  • The 10-Second Filmmaker: Storytelling 10 Seconds at a Time: Skillshare
  • Create a Product Design Brainstorming with Miro: Coursera
  • Developing Innovative Ideas for New Companies: The First Step in Entrepreneurship: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Systematic Creative Thinking: Tools for Success: Imperial College London
  • Entrepreneurship Strategy: From Ideation to Exit: HEC Paris

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