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    Instructional design courses can help you learn how to create effective learning experiences using educational theory, technology, and learner-centered strategies.

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      IE Business School

      Critical Perspectives on Management

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Business Management, Performance Management, Management Accounting, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Governance, Finance, Organizational Effectiveness, Corporate Strategy, Decision Making, Behavioral Economics, Ancient History, Organizational Structure, Business Strategy, Social Studies, Economics, Storytelling, Market Analysis

      4.8
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      312 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      SkillUp

      Project Lifecycle, Information Sharing, and Risk Management

      Skills you'll gain: Project Management Life Cycle, Risk Management, Project Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Systems Development Life Cycle, Communication Strategies, Risk Analysis, Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Agile Methodology, Backlogs, Conflict Management, Project Documentation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      213 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Learning Technologies Foundations and Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Learning Theory, Instructional Design, Technology Solutions, Disabilities, Human Computer Interaction, Emerging Technologies, Information Technology, Electronic Media, Innovation, Gerontology

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      187 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Data Collection: Online, Telephone and Face-to-face

      Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Interviewing Skills, Data Collection, Sampling (Statistics), Unstructured Data, Research Methodologies, Data Capture, Qualitative Research, Data Validation, Data Quality

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      346 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Crédito y cobranza

      Skills you'll gain: Payment Processing and Collection, Credit Risk, Commercial Lending, Loans, Organizational Structure, Financial Analysis, Consumer Lending, Accounts Receivable, Business Risk Management, Organizational Strategy, Cash Flows

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      105 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Siemens

      Introduction to Solid Edge

      Skills you'll gain: Computer-Aided Design, SolidWorks (CAD), Drafting and Engineering Design, Data Import/Export, Assembly Drawing, Mechanical Drawings, Technical Drawing, 3D Modeling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      73 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      ESSEC Business School

      Negotiation, Mediation, and Conflict Resolution - Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Mediation, Negotiation, Conflict Management, Intercultural Competence, Contract Negotiation, Cultural Diversity, Communication Strategies, Analysis, Value Propositions, Consultative Approaches, Process Design, Interpersonal Communications, Rapport Building, Active Listening

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      263 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      INSEAD

      Web3 and Blockchain Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Assets, Blockchain, Emerging Technologies, FinTech, Business Transformation, Digital Transformation, E-Commerce, Technical Design, Scalability, Business Strategy, Governance

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      105 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Starweaver

      Business Analysis: Key Definitions & Strategy Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Process Analysis, Business Analysis, Risk Analysis, Business Process, Business Modeling, Business Process Improvement, Business Risk Management, Business Requirements, Business Strategies, Systems Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategy, Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Project Risk Management, Risk Management, Requirements Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      172 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera

      Navigating Generative AI for Leaders

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Strategic Thinking, Data Ethics, Large Language Modeling, Business Strategy, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Growth Strategies, Organizational Strategy, Customer experience improvement, Business Solutions, Business Ethics, Technology Strategies, Business Modeling, Business Leadership, Business Transformation, Business Communication, Communication, Governance, Internal Communications, Strategic Leadership

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      185 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Cape Town

      Innovative Finance: Hacking finance to change the world

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Risk Management, Business Modeling, Innovation, Performance Measurement, Socioeconomics, Resource Management, Strategic Partnership, Financial Analysis, Entrepreneurial Finance, Finance, Stakeholder Management, Due Diligence, Contract Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      149 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Django Features and Libraries

      Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, Django (Web Framework), Application Development, Web Development, Web Applications, Back-End Web Development, Database Design, Data Modeling, Authentications, User Accounts, Relational Databases, Data Validation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      395 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Critical Perspectives on Management: IE Business School
    • Project Lifecycle, Information Sharing, and Risk Management: SkillUp
    • Learning Technologies Foundations and Applications: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Data Collection: Online, Telephone and Face-to-face: University of Michigan
    • Crédito y cobranza: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Introduction to Solid Edge: Siemens
    • Negotiation, Mediation, and Conflict Resolution - Capstone Project: ESSEC Business School
    • Web3 and Blockchain Fundamentals: INSEAD
    • Business Analysis: Key Definitions & Strategy Analysis: Starweaver
    • Navigating Generative AI for Leaders: Coursera

    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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