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      Northwestern University

      Organizational Leadership Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Strategic Communication, Collaboration, Crisis Management, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Culture Transformation, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Leadership, Customer experience strategy (CX), Case Studies, Human Centered Design, Innovation, Decision Making, Peer Review

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      104 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Amazon

      Application Development

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Software Development Methodologies, Requirements Analysis, Version Control, Application Development, Software Development Life Cycle, Agile Software Development, Unified Modeling Language, Software Testing, JUnit, Agile Methodology, Spring Framework, Maintainability, Debugging, Java, Software Design Patterns, Technical Design, Unit Testing, User Interface (UI) Design

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Edureka

      Go Programming Language

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Native Computing, Grafana, Web Services, Web Applications, Software Architecture, Application Deployment, Development Environment, CI/CD, Programming Principles, Systems Architecture, Computer Programming, Program Development, Network Security, Software Development Tools, Data Sharing

      2.8
      Rating, 2.8 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Optimizing Your Website's Keywords & Pages using Ubersuggest

      Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Performance Analysis, Web Content

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      87 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Universidades Anáhuac

      Liderazgo efectivo y colaboración con inteligencia emocional

      Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Team Building, Team Management, Productivity, Team Motivation, Collaboration, Relationship Management, Conflict Management, Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Empathy, Motivational Skills, Employee Engagement, Communication, Problem Solving, Decision Making

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnQuest

      Introduction to iOS App Development with Swift 5

      Skills you'll gain: Apple iOS, Swift Programming, Apple Xcode, Responsive Web Design, Mobile Development, Unit Testing, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Storyboarding

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      248 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      More on Change and Sustainability

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainability Reporting, Organizational Change, Sustainable Design, Stakeholder Analysis, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Leadership and Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Change Management, Product Design, Packaging and Labeling, Leadership, Product Lifecycle Management

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      105 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Internet of Things: Sensing and Actuation From Devices

      Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Peripheral Devices, Computer Hardware, Wireless Networks, Digital Communications, Prototyping

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      159 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      English for Developing a Business

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Microsoft PowerPoint, Business Communication, English Language, Interpersonal Communications, Business Leadership, Crisis Management, Organizational Structure, Leadership and Management, Business, Business Management, Global Marketing, Rapport Building, Leadership, Corporate Communications, Grammar, Vocabulary

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Basics of Fire Protection, Detection and Life Safety Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Building Codes, Construction, Construction Inspection, Safety Assurance, Safety Standards, Building Design, Hazard Analysis, Hydraulics, Systems Integration

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      49 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Multiple educators

      Sustainable and Circular Product Development

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Design, Packaging and Labeling, Human Centered Design, Sustainable Engineering, Sustainable Business, Environmental Regulations, Sustainability Standards, Design Thinking, Product Development, Business Leadership, Regulatory Compliance, Waste Minimization, Product Design, Corporate Sustainability, Product Lifecycle Management, Sustainable Development, Design Strategies, Logistics, Environment and Resource Management, Process Improvement

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      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Strategies for Effective Engagement

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Analysis, Systems Thinking, Communication Strategies, Business Systems Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Organizational Leadership Capstone: Northwestern University
    • Application Development: Amazon
    • Go Programming Language: Edureka
    • Optimizing Your Website's Keywords & Pages using Ubersuggest: Coursera Project Network
    • Liderazgo efectivo y colaboración con inteligencia emocional: Universidades Anáhuac
    • Introduction to iOS App Development with Swift 5: LearnQuest
    • More on Change and Sustainability: University of Colorado System
    • Internet of Things: Sensing and Actuation From Devices: University of California San Diego
    • English for Developing a Business: University of California, Irvine
    • Basics of Fire Protection, Detection and Life Safety Systems: L&T EduTech

    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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