Music theory courses can help you learn chord progressions, scales, rhythm, and harmony. You can build skills in reading sheet music, analyzing compositions, and creating original pieces. Many courses introduce tools like notation software and digital audio workstations, that support composing and arranging music. You'll also explore concepts such as counterpoint, form, and orchestration, allowing you to apply your knowledge in various musical genres and styles.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Community Outreach, Social Justice, Discussion Facilitation, Diversity Awareness, Overcoming Obstacles, Advocacy, Community Development, Interviewing Skills, Empowerment, Cultural Sensitivity, Action Oriented, Cultural Diversity, Interpersonal Communications, Persistence, Sociology, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Self-Awareness, Intercultural Competence, Storytelling, Planning
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
University of Washington
Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Relational Databases, Database Systems, Dataflow, Databases, Data Science, Data Manipulation, Data Processing, NoSQL, Apache Spark, Distributed Computing, Apache Hadoop, SQL, Data Analysis, Query Languages, Cloud Computing, Scalability, Graph Theory, Python Programming, Algorithms
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Berklee
Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Peer Review, Music, Music Theory, Music Performance, Media Production, Post-Production, Timelines
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Tecnológico de Monterrey
Skills you'll gain: Agile Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Negotiation, Team Management, Project Risk Management, Agile Methodology, Resource Allocation, Emotional Intelligence, Project Planning, Team Building, Leadership, Resource Management, Risk Analysis, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Management, Leadership and Management, Project Schedules, Project Scoping, Coordination, Sprint Planning
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Style Guides, Marketing Design, Color Theory, Graphic Design, Design Elements And Principles, Branding, Marketing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Rochester
Skills you'll gain: Music History, Music, Instrumental Music, Musical Composition
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

California Institute of the Arts
Skills you'll gain: Graphic Design, Typography, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Adobe Creative Cloud, Design Elements And Principles, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Design Software, Color Theory, Layout Design, Image Quality, Creativity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Graph Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Pseudocode, Operations Research
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Fundraising, Business Management, Organizational Strategy, Event Management, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Planning, Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Planning, Business Marketing, Performing Arts, Growth Strategies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Media and Communications, Driving engagement, Electronic Media, Content Creation, Storytelling, Multimedia, Blogs, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Instructional Design, Adult Learning Principles, Teaching, Education Software and Technology, Patient Education And Counseling, Learning Theory, Health Education, Digital pedagogy, Learning Styles, Clinical Practices, Clinical Assessment, Technology Strategies
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Engineering Management, Team Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Team Management, Project Scoping, Leadership and Management, Resource Management, Team Building, Requirements Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Communication, Business Communication
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks