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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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      Whizlabs

      Exam Prep (NCA-GENL): NVIDIA-Certified Generative AI LLMs

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Deep Learning, Data Ethics, Plot (Graphics), Unsupervised Learning, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Supervised Learning, Generative AI, Text Mining, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Data Processing, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Cleansing, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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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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      IBM

      Introduction to Program Management

      Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Project Management Life Cycle, Stakeholder Management, Organizational Strategy, Stakeholder Engagement, Product Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Management, Resource Management, Stakeholder Communications, Business Strategy, Change Management, Leadership

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      80 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Meta

      Mobile Development and JavaScript

      Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Mobile Development, Cross Platform Development, Program Development, Data Structures, Javascript, Debugging, Web Applications, Node.JS, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Testing, Functional Design

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      125 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Data Cleaning & Processing with Copilot in Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Excel, Data Quality, Microsoft Copilot, Data Validation, Data Integrity, Data Analysis

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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      Excel Modeling for Professionals: Best Practices & Pitfalls

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Financial Modeling, Data Modeling, Organizational Skills, Business Modeling, Verification And Validation, Data Validation, Technical Documentation, Data Management

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Starweaver

      Matlab and Simulink Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Data Visualization, Scientific Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Data Analysis, Numerical Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Scripting, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Illinois Tech

      Data Analytics and Big Data

      Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Histogram, Apache Spark, Data Analysis, NoSQL, Database Design, Database Management, Transaction Processing, Database Development, Big Data, Database Theory, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Apache Kafka, Stored Procedure, SQL, Databases, Analytics, Apache Hadoop

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of London

      Creative Programming for Digital Media & Mobile Apps

      Skills you'll gain: Cross Platform Development, Mobile Development, Application Development, Animation and Game Design, Multimedia, User Interface (UI) Design, Music, Program Development, Computer Graphics, Javascript

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Infosec

      Windows OS Forensics

      Skills you'll gain: File Systems, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, Data Validation, Computer Systems, Verification And Validation, USB, Data Storage, Data Structures

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Copenhagen Business School

      Business Models For Sustainability

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategies, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Business Modeling, Strategic Partnership, Innovation, Environmental Issue, Business Transformation, Business Architecture, Sustainability Reporting, Systems Thinking, Natural Resource Management, Resource Utilization, Social Sciences, Stakeholder Engagement, Value Propositions, Consumer Behaviour, Cross-Functional Collaboration

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      41 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Advanced System Security Design

      Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon Web Services, Authentications, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Identity and Access Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cloud Hosting, Malware Protection, User Accounts, Cloud Computing, Cloud Management, Load Balancing, Authorization (Computing), Threat Modeling, Network Security, Encryption, Information Systems Security, Cryptographic Protocols

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      628 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Exam Prep (NCA-GENL): NVIDIA-Certified Generative AI LLMs: Whizlabs
    • Retrieve Data using Single-Table SQL Queries: Coursera Project Network
    • Introduction to Program Management: IBM
    • Mobile Development and JavaScript: Meta
    • Data Cleaning & Processing with Copilot in Excel : Microsoft
    • Excel Modeling for Professionals: Best Practices & Pitfalls: Erasmus University Rotterdam
    • Matlab and Simulink Basics : Starweaver
    • Data Analytics and Big Data: Illinois Tech
    • Creative Programming for Digital Media & Mobile Apps: University of London
    • Windows OS Forensics: Infosec

    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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