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      Skillshare

      Design Theory Principles for Print and Digital Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Motion Graphics, Graphic and Visual Design, Information Architecture, Graphic Design, Digital Design, Digital Publishing, Web Design, Multimedia, User Experience Design, Adobe XD, Animations, Typography, Wireframing, Adobe InDesign, Style Guides, No-Code Development, Design, Logo Design, Design Elements And Principles

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
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      University of Minnesota

      Introduction to UX Design MasterTrack Certificate Program

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, User Research, User Experience Design, Design Research, Usability Testing, User Centered Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Human Centered Design, Data Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Information Architecture

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Skillshare

      Design a Strong and Cohesive Product Brand

      Skills you'll gain: Packaging and Labeling, Competitive Analysis, Brand Strategy, Presentations, Target Audience, Logo Design, Branding, Storytelling, Product Design, Creative Design, Adobe Illustrator, Digital Design, Social Media, Content Creation, Design, Brand Awareness, Marketing Design, Storyboarding, Graphic Design, Brand Management

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Microsoft

      UX Design in Practice: Accessibility and Collaboration

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Centered Design, Design, Usability Testing, Collaborative Software, Prototyping, Design Thinking, Graphic and Visual Design, Artificial Intelligence

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      76 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Design and Interpretation of Clinical Trials

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Healthcare Ethics, Scientific Methods, Informed Consent, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Drug Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      4.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad

      Supply Chain Digitization: Strategy and Design

      Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Planning, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Systems, Transportation Management, Digital Transformation, Logistics Management, Logistics, Business Technologies, Inventory and Warehousing, Business Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Transformation, Order Fulfillment, Warehouse Management, Warehouse Operations, Process Optimization, Strategic Thinking, Internet Of Things, Blockchain

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Eindhoven University of Technology

      Co-design for All: doing co-design in practice

      Skills you'll gain: Human Centered Design, Design Thinking, Research and Design, Design Research, Research, Visual Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Research Methodologies, Qualitative Research, Creative Thinking, Case Studies, Discussion Facilitation

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Effective Communication: Writing, Design, and Presentation

      Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Presentations, Peer Review, Infographics, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Business Correspondence, Public Speaking, Business Communication, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Verbal Communication Skills, Design, Visual Design, Storytelling, Writing, Organizational Skills, Project Design, Data Presentation, Concision, Microsoft PowerPoint

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      12K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Use Canva to Design Digital Course Collateral

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Color Theory, Developing Training Materials, Digital Design, Design Elements And Principles, Graphic Design, Creative Design, Marketing, Social Media

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.5K reviews

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      Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

      Foundations and Advanced Practices in UX Design

      Skills you'll gain: User Research, UI/UX Research, User Experience, Competitive Analysis, User Experience Design, Information Architecture, Interaction Design, User Flows, Persona (User Experience), Qualitative Research, User Centered Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Wireframing, Human Computer Interaction, Usability, User Interface (UI), Usability Testing, Conceptual Design, Research Methodologies, Focus Group

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Starweaver

      Introduction to Engineering Design

      Skills you'll gain: Computer-Aided Design, Engineering Design Process, Engineering, Engineering Practices, Simulation and Simulation Software, Conceptual Design, Sustainable Design, Creativity, Problem Solving, Prototyping, Innovation, User Centered Design, Analytical Skills, User Feedback, Emerging Technologies

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Graphic design: pop your Linkedin with 3D effect using Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), LinkedIn, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Computer Graphic Techniques, Social Media Content, Professional Networking, Design Elements And Principles

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      84 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Design Theory Principles for Print and Digital Applications: Skillshare
    • Introduction to UX Design MasterTrack Certificate Program: University of Minnesota
    • Design a Strong and Cohesive Product Brand: Skillshare
    • UX Design in Practice: Accessibility and Collaboration: Microsoft
    • Design and Interpretation of Clinical Trials: Johns Hopkins University
    • Supply Chain Digitization: Strategy and Design: IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad
    • Co-design for All: doing co-design in practice: Eindhoven University of Technology
    • Effective Communication: Writing, Design, and Presentation: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Use Canva to Design Digital Course Collateral: Coursera Project Network
    • Foundations and Advanced Practices in UX Design: Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

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