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    Find the Best Instructional Design Course for Your Goals

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      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Transformación digital de Gobiernos

      Skills you'll gain: Governance, Cybersecurity, Data Management, Digital Transformation, Talent Management, User Centered Design, Big Data, Interoperability, Human Resources Management and Planning, Policy Development, Analytics, Data Security, Public Policies, Strategic Communication, Public Administration, Project Design, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Economic Development, Process Improvement, Project Management

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Leeds

      Financing and Initiating Major Engineering Projects

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering Management, Project Finance, Project Management, Stakeholder Management, Contract Management, Financial Analysis, Project Implementation, Project Design, Return On Investment, Cost Benefit Analysis, Finance, Governance, Risk Management, Procurement, Case Studies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      264 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Xbox

      Fundamentals of Graphic Design

      Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, Typography, Adobe Photoshop, Photo Editing, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Visual Design, Design, Game Design, Graphic Design, Creative Design, Image Quality

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      43 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Geospatial Analysis with ArcGIS

      Skills you'll gain: ArcGIS, Data Storytelling, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Analysis, Geospatial Mapping, Heat Maps, Data Visualization Software, Network Analysis, Data Manipulation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      109 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Yonsei University

      Smart Device & Mobile Emerging Technologies

      Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Telecommunications, Mobile Development, Apple iOS, Display Devices, Business Planning, Product Planning, Android (Operating System), Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Communication Systems, Business Strategy, Network Analysis, Emerging Technologies, Operating Systems, Digital Communications, Peripheral Devices, Market Trend, Network Architecture, Global Positioning Systems, Market Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      476 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      ESCP Business School

      Doing Business in Europe

      Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Supply Chain Management, Business Strategy, Retail Store Operations, Business Development, Sustainable Business, Global Marketing, Market Dynamics, Innovation, Negotiation, Investments, Digital Marketing

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      138 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      Generative AI Deep Research: Strategic AI Edge for Leaders

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Thinking, Generative AI Agents, Procurement, Generative AI, Competitive Intelligence, Due Diligence, Business Research, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Leadership, Market Intelligence, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Technical Consulting, Talent Acquisition, Technology Strategies, Agentic systems, Business Ethics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      74 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Arizona State University

      Human Factors & Usability Engineering: Designing for Humans

      Skills you'll gain: Usability, Usability Testing, Problem Solving, Human Factors, Interaction Design, User Experience Design, Human Centered Design, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Human Factors Engineering, Creativity, User Interface (UI), User Research, Decision Making, Display Devices, Human Computer Interaction, Human Learning, Data Collection, Human Machine Interfaces, Accident Prevention, Control Systems

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Design and Analyze Secure Networked Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Public Key Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Data Security, Cyber Attacks, Information Assurance, Network Security, Risk Management Framework, Security Controls, Key Management, Threat Modeling, Authorization (Computing), Encryption, Data Integrity, Authentications, Vulnerability Assessments

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      232 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidade de São Paulo

      Mapas conceituais para aprender e colaborar

      Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Willingness To Learn, Learning Strategies, Peer Review, Collaborative Software, Collaboration, Concept Of Operations, Information Architecture, Critical Thinking, Constructive Feedback, Education Software and Technology, Organizational Skills, Technical Communication

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      411 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Grant Writing for Health Researchers

      Skills you'll gain: Concision, Grant Writing, Sample Size Determination, Grant Applications, Proposal Writing, Biostatistics, Writing, Clinical Research Ethics, Editing, Statistical Analysis, Healthcare Ethics, Data Analysis, Clinical Research, Statistical Methods, Statistical Reporting, Medical Science and Research, Research Design, Literacy, Planning, Science and Research

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      45 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad Austral

      Programación Orientada a Objetos con Python

      Skills you'll gain: Software Documentation, Object Oriented Design, Unified Modeling Language, Software Design, Test Driven Development (TDD), Unit Testing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Software Testing, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Software Development, Computer Programming, Python Programming

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      277 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Transformación digital de Gobiernos: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Financing and Initiating Major Engineering Projects: University of Leeds
    • Fundamentals of Graphic Design: Xbox
    • Geospatial Analysis with ArcGIS : University of California, Davis
    • Smart Device & Mobile Emerging Technologies: Yonsei University
    • Doing Business in Europe: ESCP Business School
    • Generative AI Deep Research: Strategic AI Edge for Leaders: Vanderbilt University
    • Human Factors & Usability Engineering: Designing for Humans: Arizona State University
    • Design and Analyze Secure Networked Systems: University of Colorado System
    • Mapas conceituais para aprender e colaborar: Universidade de São Paulo

    Why Learn Instructional Design?

    Instructional design focuses on developing educational content and experiences that help people learn effectively—whether in classrooms, online platforms, or workplace training. It blends learning science, curriculum development, and digital tools to support meaningful outcomes. Learning instructional design can prepare you to create engaging learning solutions across education, business, and nonprofit sectors.

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