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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.


Popular Design Thinking Courses and Certifications


  • I

    IBM

    IBM JavaScript Backend Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Software Development Life Cycle, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Containerization, Istio, Software Architecture, Node.JS, Application Deployment, Restful API, Kubernetes, Database Design, Cloud-Native Computing, Responsive Web Design, NoSQL, Git (Version Control System), Ajax, Grafana, Javascript, Azure DevOps, Engineering Software

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    9K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI Strategic Leader

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI Agents, Agentic Workflows, Prompt Patterns, AI Orchestration, Generative AI, Workflow Management, AI Enablement, Agentic systems, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Intelligence, Business Leadership, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Organizational Leadership, Automation, Strategic Planning, Talent Acquisition, Procurement, Planning

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9.3K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    Duke University

    Excel to MySQL: Analytic Techniques for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Data Storytelling, Database Design, Dashboard, Predictive Analytics, MySQL, Relational Databases, SQL, Tableau Software, Business Analytics, Business Metrics, Data Visualization Software, Analytics, Data Visualization, Business Process Improvement, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Big Data, Business Communication, Microsoft Excel

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    15K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • M

    Meta

    Meta iOS Developer

    Skills you'll gain: React Native, iOS Development, Core Data (Software), Restful API, Version Control, Apple iOS, User Research, Usability Testing, Apple Xcode, Data Structures, Swift Programming, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), User Interface (UI), Unix Commands, Git (Version Control System), Persona (User Experience), GitHub, Interaction Design, Mobile Development, Javascript

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8.7K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Program Development, Bioinformatics, Data Storage, Development Testing, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Network Analysis, Test Case, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, C and C++, Java, Rust (Programming Language), Javascript, Software Testing, Debugging

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    17K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    IBM

    IBM iOS and Android Mobile App Developer

    Skills you'll gain: React Native, Software Development Life Cycle, Flutter (Software), Swift Programming, Mobile Development, Software Architecture, Apple Xcode, React Redux, Android Studio, User Centered Design, Android Development, Apple iOS, Responsive Web Design, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Android (Operating System), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Software Design, Data Ethics, AI Personalization

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8.2K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Google Cloud Database Engineer

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Application Deployment, Prompt Engineering, Kubernetes, Containerization, Database Architecture and Administration, MySQL, Cloud Computing Architecture, Dataflow, PostgreSQL, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Deployment, Data Migration, Cloud Management, Cloud Security, Cloud Applications, Operational Databases, Database Design, Database Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    49K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Gamification

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Project Design, Social Impact, Drive Engagement, Design Thinking, Employee Engagement, Motivational Skills, Training and Development, Behavior Management, Customer Engagement, Psychology, Behavioral Economics, Marketing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    2.4K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Designing Breakthrough Advertisements and Commercials

    Skills you'll gain: Copywriting, Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Online Advertising, Writing and Editing, Design, Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Strategic Communication, Design and Product, Social Media, Design Thinking, Business Communication

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Amsterdam

    Methods and Statistics in Social Sciences

    Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Scientific Methods, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Research, Research Design, Sampling (Statistics), Research Reports, Science and Research, Interviewing Skills, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Surveys, Quantitative Research, Statistics, Regression Analysis, Statistical Inference, R Programming

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7.9K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    HTML, CSS, and Javascript for Web Developers

    Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, Ajax, Javascript, Responsive Web Design, Front-End Web Development, Web Design, Web Applications, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Development Environment, Web Development Tools, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    17K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Arizona State University

    TESOL Certificate, Part 1: Teach English Now!

    Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Oral Expression, Train The Trainer, Vocabulary, Design Elements And Principles, Design Strategies, English Language, Language Learning, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Grammar

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    20K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • IBM JavaScript Backend Developer: IBM
  • Generative AI Strategic Leader: Vanderbilt University
  • Excel to MySQL: Analytic Techniques for Business: Duke University
  • Meta iOS Developer: Meta
  • Data Structures and Algorithms: University of California San Diego
  • IBM iOS and Android Mobile App Developer: IBM
  • Google Cloud Database Engineer: Google Cloud
  • Gamification: University of Pennsylvania
  • Designing Breakthrough Advertisements and Commercials: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Methods and Statistics in Social Sciences: University of Amsterdam

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