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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 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

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Strategic HRM: Talent, Performance, Compensation Design

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Appraisal, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Compensation Strategy, Talent Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Compensation Management, Performance Management, Organizational Development, Employee Engagement, Talent Acquisition, Employee Retention, Case Studies

    4.7
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    163 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Packaging Design for the Circular Economy

    Skills you'll gain: Packaging and Labeling, Sustainable Design, Sustainable Business, Waste Minimization, Sustainable Engineering, Environmental Regulations, Corporate Sustainability, Logistics, Consumer Behaviour, Innovation, Manufacturing Processes, Materials science

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    Design and Detailing of RCC elements

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Construction Estimating, Civil Engineering, Engineering Practices, Construction Engineering, Construction, Architectural Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Building Codes, Building Design, Design Specifications, Engineering Documentation, Engineering Drawings, Estimation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Aptly

    Introduction to Accessibility and Universal Design

    Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Video Production, Instructional Design, Disabilities, Web Content, Learning Strategies, User Centered Design, Technical Documentation, Microsoft Office, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    Highway Planning, Pavement Design and Construction

    Skills you'll gain: Traffic Flow Optimization, Construction Inspection, Building Codes, Construction Engineering, Construction, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Stormwater Management, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Hydrology, Engineering Practices, Hydraulics, Structural Analysis, Materials science, Engineering Plans And Specifications, Laboratory Testing, Engineering Software, Engineering Design Process, Plant Operations and Management, Safety Standards

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    Design and Construction of Hydropower Structures

    Skills you'll gain: Construction, Mechanical Engineering, Hydraulics, Construction Engineering, Hydrology, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Mechanical Design, Equipment Design, Electric Power Systems, Safety Standards, Water Resource Management, Construction Management, Environmental Engineering, Safety Training, Structural Analysis, Water Quality, Electrical Power, Engineering Analysis, Geospatial Information and Technology

    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Toronto

    Gender Analytics: Gender Equity through Inclusive Design

    Skills you'll gain: Human Centered Design, Organizational Change, User Research, Design Thinking, Change Management, Design Research, Product Design, Data Ethics, Data Collection, Quantitative Research, Prototyping, Influencing, Qualitative Research, Storytelling, Leadership, Data Analysis, Analytics, Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Innovation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    610 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Visio for Professionals: Diagrams & Flowchart Design

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Visio, Process Flow Diagrams, Diagram Design, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Collaborative Software, Process Design, Data Visualization, Process Mapping, Workflow Management, Business Workflow Analysis, Process Improvement and Optimization, Organizational Structure, Real Time Data, Collaboration

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    AI Agentic Design Patterns with AutoGen

    Skills you'll gain: AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, Agentic Workflows, Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, LLM Application, Tool Calling

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    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Design social media content with Piktochart

    Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Content Creation, Social Media Content, Social Media, Graphic Design, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Design, Digital Marketing

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Algorithm Design: Mastering Computational Problem Solving

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Machine Learning Algorithms, Solution Design, Problem Solving, Mathematical Theory & Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Design and Analyze Secure Networked Systems: University of Colorado System
  • Strategic HRM: Talent, Performance, Compensation Design: Coursera
  • Packaging Design for the Circular Economy: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Design and Detailing of RCC elements: L&T EduTech
  • Introduction to Accessibility and Universal Design: Aptly
  • Highway Planning, Pavement Design and Construction: L&T EduTech
  • Design and Construction of Hydropower Structures: L&T EduTech
  • Gender Analytics: Gender Equity through Inclusive Design: University of Toronto
  • Visio for Professionals: Diagrams & Flowchart Design: Coursera
  • AI Agentic Design Patterns with AutoGen: DeepLearning.AI

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