Machine design courses can help you learn about mechanical components, system dynamics, and material selection. You can build skills in creating detailed design specifications, conducting stress analysis, and optimizing performance through simulations. Many courses introduce tools like CAD software for drafting and modeling, as well as finite element analysis (FEA) tools to evaluate design integrity. You'll also explore manufacturing processes and prototyping techniques, allowing you to apply your knowledge in practical settings.

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentations, Business Correspondence, Business Writing, English Language, Marketing, Business Communication, Persuasive Communication, Presentations, Advertising, Graphic Design, Selling Techniques, Marketing Materials, Marketing Communications, User Feedback, Market Research
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Digital Transformation, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Transformation, Persuasive Communication, Employee Engagement, Data Strategy, Customer experience strategy (CX), Data Science, Storytelling, Applied Machine Learning, Influencing, Agile Methodology, Analytics, Business Analytics, Business Modeling, Data Quality, Stakeholder Communications
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Simplilearn
Skills you'll gain: LangChain, Responsible AI, Large Language Modeling, OpenAI, Supervised Learning, Reinforcement Learning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design, Technical Design, Data Structures, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Graphic and Visual Design, Computer Graphics, Python Programming, Interactive Design, Algorithms
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Pay Per Click Advertising, Search Engine Marketing, Customer Retention, Digital Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Keyword Research, Digital Advertising, Marketing Strategies, Marketing, Customer Acquisition Management, Web Analytics and SEO, Lead Generation, Target Audience, Web Content
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Entrepreneurship, Business, Commercial Laws, Labor Law, Business Management, Contract Management, Staff Management, New Business Development, Organizational Structure, Corporate Tax
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Prototyping, Cross Platform Development, User Interface (UI) Design, User Flows, Mockups, Interaction Design, Application Design, User Experience Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The State University of New York
Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Professionalism, Intercultural Competence, Telecommuting, Cultural Diversity, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Learning Management Systems, Education Software and Technology, Collaboration, Goal Setting, Teamwork, Adaptability, Higher Education, Student Engagement, Technology Solutions, Communication, Time Management, Research, Critical Thinking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurial Finance, Value Propositions, Design Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Business Planning, Performance Measurement, Competitive Analysis, Business Modeling, Leadership and Management, Market Research, Ideation, Operational Analysis, Market Opportunities, Target Market, New Product Development, Product Development, Intellectual Property, Systems Thinking, Engineering Management, Engineering
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, Oracle SQL Developer, Relational Databases, Database Design, Databases, SQL, Oracle Databases, Database Management, Software Installation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Process Design, Data Storage, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Communication, Virtual Teams, Computational Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Media Strategy, Information Privacy, Machine Learning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Innovation, Change Management, New Product Development, Organizational Strategy, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Team Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness, Product Lifecycle Management, Organizational Structure, Emerging Technologies, Business Strategy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks