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Innovation Courses

Innovation courses can help you learn design thinking, creative problem-solving, and prototyping techniques. You can build skills in brainstorming, iterative testing, and user-centered design, which are crucial for bringing new ideas to life. Many courses introduce tools like ideation software, project management applications, and collaboration platforms that facilitate teamwork and streamline the innovation process.


Popular Innovation Courses and Certifications


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    Institute for the Future

    Urgent Optimism: How to Turn Foresight into Action

    Skills you'll gain: Visionary, Strategic Planning, Action Oriented, Planning, Community Organizing, Strategic Thinking, Optimism, Social Impact, Creative Thinking, Systems Thinking, Innovation, Persuasive Communication, Creativity, Leadership, Storytelling

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    Olay

    Introduction to Cosmetic Science and Ingredients

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Experience, Quality Control, Product Development, Packaging and Labeling, Quality Assurance, Laboratory Equipment, Prototyping, Product Quality (QA/QC), New Product Development, Laboratory Procedures, Statistical Process Controls, Product Design, Good Manufacturing Practices, Quality Management, Product Testing, Design Specifications, Chemistry, Safety Standards, Personal Care, Microbiology

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Toronto

    Gender Analytics: Gender Equity through Inclusive Design

    Skills you'll gain: Human Centered Design, Organizational Change, User Research, Design Thinking, Change Management, Design Research, Product Design, Data Ethics, Data Collection, Quantitative Research, Prototyping, Influencing, Qualitative Research, Storytelling, Leadership, Data Analysis, Analytics, Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Innovation

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Formación docente basada en la práctica para desarrollar habilidades del siglo XXI

    Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, Digital pedagogy, Pedagogy, Teaching, Student Engagement, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Development, Social Justice, Innovation, Collaboration

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Empower School of Health

    Innovations in Digital Health

    Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Health Technology, Emerging Technologies, Digital Transformation, Health Systems, Big Data, Health Care, Robotics, Telehealth, Value-Based Care, Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, Medical Privacy, Healthcare Ethics, Predictive Analytics, Machine Learning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Dartmouth College

    Strategic Leadership: Impact, Change, and Decision-Making

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Creativity, Talent Management, Communication, Innovation, Strategic Decision-Making, Personal Development, Curiosity, People Development, Professional Networking, Collaboration, Leadership Development, Productivity, Time Management, Self-Awareness, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Organizational Leadership

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    ESSEC Business School

    L'avenir de la décision : connaître et agir en complexité

    Skills you'll gain: Socioeconomics, Complex Problem Solving, Organizational Change, Social Sciences, Organizational Strategy, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Systems Thinking, International Relations, Strategic Decision-Making, Education and Training, Human Learning, Global Marketing, Decision Making, Cultural Diversity, Analysis, Risk Management, Psychology, Technology Solutions, Digital Transformation, Innovation

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Virginia

    Product Analytics and AI

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Insights, Usability Testing, Agile Methodology, Business Analytics, Analytics, User Experience, A/B Testing, Customer experience improvement, AI Product Strategy, Agile Software Development, Product Management, Product Testing, Data Science, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Innovation, Software Development

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDHEC Business School

    Building Strategic Foresight Capabilities

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Strategic Thinking, Forecasting, Strategic Planning, Strategic Decision-Making, Stakeholder Engagement, Organizational Strategy, Complex Problem Solving, Business Transformation, Business Strategy, Trend Analysis, Innovation, Sustainable Development, Decision Making, Creativity, Emerging Technologies

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    Yonsei University

    International Marketing Entry and Execution

    Skills you'll gain: Global Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Target Market, Business-To-Consumer, Marketing Strategies, Innovation, Promotional Strategies, Marketing Channel, Go To Market Strategy, Product Marketing, Market Analysis, Branding, Social Media Marketing

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Macquarie University

    Business intelligence and data analytics: Generate insights

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Business Ethics, Histogram, Trend Analysis, Forecasting, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Customer Demand Planning, Statistics, Predictive Modeling

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Cape Town

    Fintech Startups in Emerging Markets

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Business Modeling, Blockchain, Solution Design, Cryptography, Financial Regulations, FinTech, Financial Regulation, Business Planning, Emerging Technologies, Financial Systems, Video Production, Business Strategies, Market Opportunities, Business Strategy, Mobile Banking, Banking, Machine Learning, New Business Development

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular innovation courses

  • Urgent Optimism: How to Turn Foresight into Action: Institute for the Future
  • Introduction to Cosmetic Science and Ingredients: Olay
  • Gender Analytics: Gender Equity through Inclusive Design: University of Toronto
  • Formación docente basada en la práctica para desarrollar habilidades del siglo XXI: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Innovations in Digital Health: Empower School of Health
  • Strategic Leadership: Impact, Change, and Decision-Making: Dartmouth College
  • L'avenir de la décision : connaître et agir en complexité: ESSEC Business School
  • Product Analytics and AI: University of Virginia
  • Building Strategic Foresight Capabilities: EDHEC Business School
  • International Marketing Entry and Execution: Yonsei University

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