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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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      Universidade de São Paulo

      Criação de Startups: Como desenvolver negócios inovadores

      Skills you'll gain: Market Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, User Feedback, Business Modeling, User Research, New Product Development, Marketing, Product Development, Digital Marketing, Innovation, Business Development, Business Strategies, User Experience, Business Strategy, Process Validation, Growth Strategies, Business Operations, Investments, Presentations

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      How to Create a Program Evaluation for Your Non-Profit

      Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Surveys, Goal Setting, Survey Creation, Project Design, Performance Measurement, Grant Writing, Performance Metric, Data Collection

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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Retrieve Data using Single-Table SQL Queries

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, Database Software, Data Access, Database Management, Relational Databases, Problem Solving

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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Michigan State University

      Forest Carbon Credits and Initiatives

      Skills you'll gain: Feasibility Studies, Project Design, Sustainability Reporting, Market Opportunities, Project Finance, Environment and Resource Management, Market Dynamics, Verification And Validation, Cost Benefit Analysis, Estimation

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      29 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Minnesota

      Introduction to Automated Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Test Automation, Regression Testing, Software Testing, Unit Testing, System Testing, Verification And Validation, Security Testing, Automation, Code Coverage, Test Case, Test Data, Vulnerability Assessments, Continuous Monitoring

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      82 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research

      Strategic Brand Management

      Skills you'll gain: Brand Management, Brand Strategy, Branding, Brand Marketing, Brand Awareness, Brand Loyalty, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Integrated Marketing Communications, Business Valuation, Cross-Channel Marketing, Customer experience strategy (CX), Portfolio Management, Value Propositions, Business Metrics, Consumer Behaviour, B2B Sales, Storytelling, Competitive Analysis

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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Statistical Modeling for Data Science Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Regression Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Data Ethics, Statistical Methods, R Programming, Statistics, Data Science, Statistical Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Probability & Statistics, Data Modeling, Quantitative Research, Correlation Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Machine Learning, Linear Algebra

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Public Speaking with Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Canva (Software), Verbal Communication Skills, Infographics, Communication

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      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Virginia Darden School Foundation

      Content Marketing Using Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Digital Advertising, Generative AI, Content Marketing, Digital Marketing, Content Development and Management, Keyword Research, AI Personalization, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Analytics, Content Strategy, Web Content, Agile Methodology, Consumer Behaviour, Natural Language Processing

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      digital.auto

      SDV 101: Introduction to Software Defined Vehicles

      Skills you'll gain: Enterprise Application Management, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Software Development, Embedded Software, Systems Architecture, Mobile Development Tools, Artificial Intelligence

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Starweaver

      Advanced Business Analysis: Elicitation & Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Requirements Elicitation, Requirements Analysis, Business Requirements, Business Analysis, Financial Analysis, Requirements Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Communications, User Story, Analysis, Collaboration, Business Modeling, Project Scoping, Interviewing Skills, Communication

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      71 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      INSEAD

      Introduction to Blockchain for Global Commerce

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Digital Assets, FinTech, Cryptography, E-Commerce, Emerging Technologies, Payment Systems, Encryption, Distributed Computing, Network Security, Computer Security, Data Integrity, Technology Solutions, Information Privacy, Scalability, Governance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Criação de Startups: Como desenvolver negócios inovadores: Universidade de São Paulo
    • How to Create a Program Evaluation for Your Non-Profit : Coursera Project Network
    • Retrieve Data using Single-Table SQL Queries: Coursera Project Network
    • Forest Carbon Credits and Initiatives: Michigan State University
    • Introduction to Automated Analysis: University of Minnesota
    • Strategic Brand Management: S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research
    • Statistical Modeling for Data Science Applications: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Public Speaking with Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Content Marketing Using Generative AI : University of Virginia Darden School Foundation
    • SDV 101: Introduction to Software Defined Vehicles: digital.auto

    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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