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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.


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Popular Design Thinking Courses and Certifications


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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Project Planning and Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Big Data, Product Development, Data Preprocessing, Analytics, File Systems, New Product Development, Data Analysis, Machine Learning, Internet Of Things, Supervised Learning, Product Planning, Unsupervised Learning, Data Storage, Project Planning, Systems Of Measurement, Staff Management

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Frontiers in Dentistry

    Skills you'll gain: Dental Informatics, Dental Procedures, Dentistry, Dental Care, Oral Health, Disabilities, Biomedical Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Emerging Technologies, Digital Transformation, Medical Imaging, Computer-Aided Design

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Front-End Development Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, React.js, Front-End Web Development, Mockups, Web Design and Development, Web Development, Web Components, Figma (Design Software), Code Review, Application Deployment, Web Analytics and SEO, Database Development, Software Development, GitHub, Development Testing

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Understanding Modern Physics I: Relativity and Cosmology

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Thermal Management, Calculus, Mechanics, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI: Elevate your Software Development Career

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, AI Security, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Software Development Tools, Software Testing, Test Automation, Software Development, DevSecOps, CI/CD, AI Workflows, Natural Language Processing, Software Engineering, Software Architecture, Debugging

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Use Animations and Transitions in PowerPoint 365

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Office, Communication, Business Communication, Graphic Design

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Michigan

    Feedback Loops: How to Give & Receive High-Quality Feedback

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Cooperation, Decision Making, Team Performance Management, Team Building, Teamwork, Peer Review, Team Management, Independent Thinking, Personal Development, Empathy, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Rapport Building, Critical Thinking, Mentorship, Communication Strategies, People Management, Leadership Development, Communication

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Duke University

    Environmental Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Professional Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Community Organizing, Leadership, Sustainable Systems, Leadership Development, Environmental Issue, Personal Development, Environment and Resource Management, Visionary, Innovation, Decision Making, Creative Problem-Solving, Empowerment, Collaboration, Goal Setting

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Chemical Hazards and Process Safety

    Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Hazard Analysis, Process Engineering, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Safety Assurance, Occupational Health, Safety Training, Risk Management, Environment Health And Safety, Process Control, Accident Prevention, Risk Analysis, Incident Management, Safety Standards, Failure Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Personal protective equipment, Risk Management Framework, Engineering Analysis, Safety and Security

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    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    إنشاء تصاميم تسويقية مذهلة باستخدام كانفا

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Marketing Design, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Content, Social Media, Marketing Materials, Color Matching, Graphic Design, Design, User Accounts

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Understanding Smart Objects in Adobe Photoshop

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Photoshop, Photo Editing, Adobe Creative Cloud, Editing, Image Quality, Graphic Design, File Management

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Fractal Analytics

    Human Decision Making and its Biases

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills, Behavioral Economics, Problem Solving, Data Analysis, Cooperation, Artificial Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Communication, Algorithms

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Project Planning and Machine Learning: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Frontiers in Dentistry: University of Pennsylvania
  • Front-End Development Capstone Project: IBM
  • Understanding Modern Physics I: Relativity and Cosmology: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Generative AI: Elevate your Software Development Career: IBM
  • Use Animations and Transitions in PowerPoint 365: Coursera
  • Feedback Loops: How to Give & Receive High-Quality Feedback: University of Michigan
  • Environmental Leadership: Duke University
  • Chemical Hazards and Process Safety: University of California, Davis
  • إنشاء تصاميم تسويقية مذهلة باستخدام كانفا: Coursera

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