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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 Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    IoT Devices

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, Infrastructure Security, Data Science, Embedded Systems, General Networking, Network Planning And Design, Big Data, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Platforms, Computer Hardware

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    528 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Global Trends for Business and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Demography, Market Trend, Trend Analysis, International Relations, Socioeconomics, Global Marketing, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, Financial Systems, Economics, Business Economics, Governance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    925 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IBM

    Introduction to Enterprise Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Mainframe Computing, z/OS, Virtualization, IBM Cloud, Virtual Machines, Infrastructure Architecture, Computer Architecture, Enterprise Security, Computer Systems, Computer Hardware, Cryptography, System Configuration, Process Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Peking University

    离散数学概论 Discrete Mathematics Generality

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Logic, Graph Theory, Network Analysis, Geospatial Information and Technology, Spatial Analysis, Logical Reasoning, Combinatorics, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Algebra, Algorithms

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    281 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Android App Components - Services, Local IPC, and Content Providers

    Skills you'll gain: Android Development, Android Studio, Mobile Development, Software Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Java Programming, Data Access, Software Architecture, Databases, OS Process Management, Content Management, Service Management

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    411 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Adaptability and Resiliency

    Skills you'll gain: Adaptability, Resilience, Personal Attributes, Professional Development, Action Oriented, Overcoming Obstacles, Self-Awareness, Cognitive flexibility, Growth Mindedness, Personal Development, Relationship Building, Plan Execution, Composure, Productivity, Planning, Behavioral Management, Positivity, Optimism

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    793 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Need for Systems Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Model Based Systems Engineering, Systems Engineering, Requirements Analysis, Test Engineering, Systems Thinking, Systems Architecture, Test Planning, Systems Analysis, Functional Requirement, Risk Management Framework, System Testing, System Requirements, Verification And Validation

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    92 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    National University of Singapore

    Effective Communication in the Globalised Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Presentations, Survey Creation, Persuasive Communication, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Verbal Communication Skills, Meeting Facilitation, Interpersonal Communications, Business Writing, Business Communication, Public Speaking, Organizational Structure, Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Business Correspondence, Professional Networking, Social Skills, Professional Development, Writing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    835 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Virginia

    صياغة الأفكار المحفِّزة على الابتكار

    Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Brainstorming, Storytelling, Innovation, Creative Thinking, Strategic Thinking, Open Mindset, Experimentation, Creative Problem-Solving, Creativity, Problem Solving, New Product Development, Case Studies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    597 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    Getting Started with U.S. Payroll Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Payroll, Payroll Administration, Payroll Processing, Payroll Tax, Labor Compliance, Compensation Management, Labor Law, Benefits Administration, Employee Onboarding, Tax Compliance, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    61 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Acute and Chronic Rhinosinusitis: A Comprehensive Review

    Skills you'll gain: Surgery, Chronic Diseases, Diagnostic Tests, Patient Evaluation, Medical Management, Infectious Diseases, Anatomy, Pathology, Clinical Practices, Pharmacotherapy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    678 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Use Generative AI as Your Thought Partner

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Generative AI, Strategic Thinking, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Workforce Development, Digital Transformation, Employee Engagement

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.3K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • IoT Devices: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Global Trends for Business and Society: University of Pennsylvania
  • Introduction to Enterprise Computing: IBM
  • 离散数学概论 Discrete Mathematics Generality: Peking University
  • Android App Components - Services, Local IPC, and Content Providers: Vanderbilt University
  • Adaptability and Resiliency: University of California, Davis
  • The Need for Systems Engineering: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Effective Communication in the Globalised Workplace: National University of Singapore
  • صياغة الأفكار المحفِّزة على الابتكار: University of Virginia
  • Getting Started with U.S. Payroll Fundamentals: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

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