Urban design courses can help you learn site analysis, spatial planning, community engagement, and sustainable development practices. You can build skills in creating inclusive public spaces, integrating green infrastructure, and understanding zoning regulations. Many courses introduce tools like GIS software for mapping and visualization, as well as design software for drafting urban layouts, that support translating concepts into actionable plans.

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Development Life Cycle, Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Requirements Analysis, Agile Project Management, Requirements Management, Software Development Methodologies, User Requirements Documents, Requirements Elicitation, User Story, Waterfall Methodology, Software Architecture, Project Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Quality Assurance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Xi'an Jiaotong University
Skills you'll gain: Operating Systems, Microsoft Office, Computer Networking, System Software, Computer Systems, Network Architecture, OS Process Management, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science, General Networking, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Network Protocols, Computer Literacy, Computational Logic, Computing Platforms, Programming Principles, Memory Management, Computer Hardware, Informatics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, Oracle SQL Developer, Relational Databases, Database Design, Databases, SQL, Oracle Databases, Query Languages, Software Installation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of London
Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Probability & Statistics, Unsupervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Data Science, Statistics, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Jupyter, Data Manipulation, Machine Learning Algorithms, Descriptive Statistics, Plot (Graphics), Data Processing, Data Visualization Software, Python Programming, Machine Learning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Work Breakdown Structure, Conflict Management, Project Planning, Project Scoping, Organizational Structure, Project Management, Planning, Project Documentation, Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Analysis, Scope Management, Leadership and Management, Influencing
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: No-Code Development, Information Architecture, User Experience Design, Application Design, User Interface (UI), User Centered Design, Mobile Development, Database Development, Web Applications, Data Management, Data Architecture, Experience Design, UI/UX Research, Information Privacy, Mobile Development Tools, User Feedback, Functional Testing, Data Structures, Integration Testing, Root Cause Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Tata Institute of Social Sciences
Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Policy Development, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Governance, Policy Analysis, Social and Human Services, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Program Implementation, Social Justice, Public Affairs, Political Sciences, Public Administration, Community Development, Social Work, Diversity and Inclusion, Lobbying, Community and Social Work, Advocacy, Benefits Administration, Economic Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Advertising, Marketing Materials, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Design, Social Media Content, Facebook, Social Media, Graphic Design, Instagram, Branding, Design, Marketing, Graphical Tools
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

L&T EduTech
Skills you'll gain: Traffic Flow Optimization, Civil Engineering, Stormwater Management, Structural Engineering, Hydrology, Hydraulics, Grading (Landscape), Safety Standards, Design, Simulation and Simulation Software
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Planning, Design Thinking, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Product Planning, Target Market, Persona Development, Operational Performance Management, Target Audience, Market Opportunities, Systems Thinking, Value Propositions, New Product Development, Financial Statements, Growth Strategies, Business Ethics, Ideation, Engineering Management, Engineering
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Queen Mary University of London
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Change Management, Stakeholder Communications, Professional Networking, Matrix Management, Organizational Change, Organizational Leadership, Stakeholder Analysis, Leadership, Organizational Structure, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Influencing, Professional Development, Organizational Strategy, Relationship Building, Personal Development, Branding, Storytelling
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, C# (Programming Language), Cloud Storage, Cloud Development, Cloud Applications, Distributed Computing, Communication Systems, Event-Driven Programming, Communication, Real Time Data, Data Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months