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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


  • U

    University of Alberta

    Software Processes and Agile Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Kanban Principles, Agile Software Development, Software Development Methodologies, Software Development Life Cycle, Scrum (Software Development), Software Engineering, Process Driven Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    5.3K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Trees and Graphs: Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Algorithms, Tree Maps, Analysis, Computational Thinking, Python Programming

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    187 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Using Public Policy for Social Change

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Social Justice, Advocacy, Public Policies, Political Sciences, Health Policy, Social and Human Services, Social Impact, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Program Evaluation, Public Administration, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Research, Problem Solving

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    180 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    Development of Secure Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Internet Of Things, Security Requirements Analysis, Network Architecture, Network Security, Operating Systems, Cybersecurity, Web Services, Encryption, Network Protocols, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), System Programming, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Application Development, System Requirements, C (Programming Language), System Design and Implementation, Software Development

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.2K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Usos didácticos del cine: Introducción al análisis

    Skills you'll gain: Educational Materials, Instructional Design, Teaching, Student Engagement, Cinematography, Video Production, Storytelling, Critical Thinking, Literacy, Culture

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    497 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Desarrollo y Diseño de Videojuegos

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Video Game Development, Scrum (Software Development), Unity Engine, Value Propositions, Animations, Functional Specification, Sprint Retrospectives, Business Modeling, Agile Methodology, 3D Assets, Agile Software Development, Animation and Game Design, Software Design Documents, Software Development Methodologies, Customer Analysis, Interaction Design, Software Documentation, User Interface (UI), Virtual Environment

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    390 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    Universiteit Leiden

    Security & Safety Challenges in a Globalized World

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Safety and Security, Threat Management, Case Studies, Public Safety and National Security, Cybersecurity, Incident Management, International Relations, Policy Analysis, Systems Thinking, Governance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    469 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Algorithms for DNA Sequencing

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Algorithms, Life Sciences

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    932 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Science, Web Applications, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Programming, Scientific Visualization, Game Design

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    2.2K reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • S

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Training and Practicing in English Public Speaking

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Active Listening, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking, Stress Management, Adaptability, Self-Awareness

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    300 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google

    Decisions, Decisions: Dashboards and Reports

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Business Intelligence, Tableau Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Business Reporting, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Stakeholder Communications, Performance Tuning, Interviewing Skills

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.3K reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Removing Barriers to Change

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Organizational Change, Change Management, Overcoming Obstacles, Cognitive flexibility, Behavioral Economics, Decision Making, Critical Thinking

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    475 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Software Processes and Agile Practices: University of Alberta
  • Trees and Graphs: Basics: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Using Public Policy for Social Change: University of Michigan
  • Development of Secure Embedded Systems: 28DIGITAL
  • Usos didácticos del cine: Introducción al análisis: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Desarrollo y Diseño de Videojuegos: Universidad de los Andes
  • Security & Safety Challenges in a Globalized World: Universiteit Leiden
  • Algorithms for DNA Sequencing: Johns Hopkins University
  • Introduction to Python: Coursera
  • Training and Practicing in English Public Speaking: Shanghai Jiao Tong University

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