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.

University of Minnesota
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

University of Virginia
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, Process Mapping, Value Engineering, Product Development, Growth Mindedness, Strategic Thinking, Creativity
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Ideation, Creativity, Cognitive flexibility, Problem Solving, Collaboration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Ideation, Creativity, Creative Problem-Solving, Innovation, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
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
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Creative Thinking, Problem Solving, Creativity, Design Thinking, Systems Thinking, Innovation, Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Brainstorming, Ideation, Product Design, Project Design, Design Thinking, Workflow Management, User Centered Design, Teamwork, Collaborative Software, Collaboration, Innovation
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Harvard Business Review
Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Team Performance Management, Constructive Feedback, Talent Management, Employee Retention, Teamwork, Employee Coaching, Team Building, Crisis Management, Creative Thinking, Team Management, Virtual Teams, Talent Acquisition, Workforce Development, Curiosity, Ideation, Organizational Change, Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Epic Games
Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Game Design, Video Game Development, Animation and Game Design, Ideation, 3D Modeling, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Software Documentation, Software Design Documents, 3D Assets, User Experience Design, Computer Graphics, Usability, User Interface (UI), User Experience, User Interface (UI) Design, Interactive Design, Virtual Environment, Version Control, Prototyping
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Creativity, B2B Sales, Sales, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Business Development, Self-Awareness, Global Marketing, Human Resources, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Financial Analysis, Cash Management, Recruitment, Team Building
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, LLM Application, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Data Presentation, Productivity, OpenAI, AI Personalization, Document Management, Responsible AI, Agentic systems, Tool Calling, Artificial Intelligence, Personalized Service, Large Language Modeling, Software Development
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Harvard Business Review
Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Creative Thinking, Curiosity, Ideation, Creativity, Strategic Thinking, New Product Development, Initiative and Leadership, Market Opportunities, Business Risk Management, Collaboration, Continuous Improvement Process, Prioritization, Stakeholder Engagement
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks