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Instructional Design Courses

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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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Design of High-Performance Optical Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Equipment Design, Performance Tuning, Systems Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Systems Analysis, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Laboratory Equipment, Advanced Mathematics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Computer-Aided Design, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Design Process, Applied Mathematics

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Amsterdam

    Methods and Statistics in Social Science - Final Research Project

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Research, Research Reports, Data Analysis, Research Design, Data Collection, Research Methodologies, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Experimentation, Descriptive Statistics, Survey Creation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI Database Design & Management with ChatGPT

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Data Migration, Generative AI, Software Documentation, Dashboard, Database Management, ChatGPT, Database Architecture and Administration, Prompt Engineering, SQL, Business Reporting, Prototyping, Performance Testing, Data Validation, Data Quality

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of London

    International Business Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Business Planning, Organizational Structure, Financial Analysis, Business Strategy, International Finance, Target Market, Market Research, Global Marketing, Operating Cost, Consumer Behaviour, Cost Accounting, Management Accounting, Market Analysis

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Programmation pour tous (mise en route de Python)

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Software Installation, Computational Thinking, Development Environment

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Data Storage and Queries

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storage, Query Languages, Data Lakes, File Systems, Database Systems, SQL, Databases, Data Architecture, Cloud Storage, Data Warehousing, Amazon Web Services, Amazon S3, Graph Theory, Performance Tuning

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillUp

    Software Development on SAP HANA

    Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, SAP Applications, Systems Architecture, Systems Development, Enterprise Resource Planning, Functional Requirement, Software Development Tools, Data Migration, Software Development Methodologies, Systems Development Life Cycle, Business Process, Business Analytics, Organizational Structure, Real Time Data, Compliance Reporting

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Innovation & Entrepreneurship Mindset

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Strategic Decision-Making, Competitive Analysis, Ideation, Entrepreneurship, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategy, Plan Execution, Strategic Thinking, Sustainable Business, Corporate Strategy, Project Risk Management, Risk Management, Value Propositions, New Product Development, Presentations, Business Management, Business Strategies, Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Modeling

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Performing Data Definition and Manipulation in SQL

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Database Design, Database Management, Relational Databases, Data Manipulation, Databases, Data Import/Export, PostgreSQL, Database Management Systems, Data Integrity

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Edureka

    Introduction to Midjourney

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Creative Design, Animations, Visualization (Computer Graphics), ChatGPT, Conceptual Design, Creativity, Image Quality, Artificial Intelligence

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Xi'an Jiaotong University

    SQL Server数据库技术

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft SQL Servers, SQL, Relational Databases, Database Management, Databases, Database Design, Database Architecture and Administration, Stored Procedure, Query Languages, Software Installation, C# (Programming Language), Data Integrity, Data Security, User Accounts

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Howard University

    Introduction to Information Systems for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Business Software, Information Systems, Cloud Computing, Business Systems, Cloud Solutions, Business Technologies, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Security, Virtualization, Digital Transformation, Cloud Services, Management Information Systems, Product Design, Business Solutions, Information Technology, Cloud Infrastructure, User Centered Design, Cybersecurity, Data Management

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Design of High-Performance Optical Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Methods and Statistics in Social Science - Final Research Project: University of Amsterdam
  • Generative AI Database Design & Management with ChatGPT: Vanderbilt University
  • International Business Capstone: University of London
  • Programmation pour tous (mise en route de Python): University of Michigan
  • Data Storage and Queries: DeepLearning.AI
  • Software Development on SAP HANA: SkillUp
  • Innovation & Entrepreneurship Mindset: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Performing Data Definition and Manipulation in SQL: Coursera
  • Introduction to Midjourney: Edureka

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