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      Starweaver

      Automation for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Business Process Automation, Automation, Business Process, Process Design, IT Automation, Workflow Management, Robotic Process Automation, Business Transformation, Business Technologies, Operational Efficiency, Compliance Management, Security Controls, Continuous Improvement Process, Return On Investment, Change Management

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Starweaver

      AI Product & Process Excellence

      Skills you'll gain: Business Process Modeling, Responsible AI, Business Process, Digital Transformation, Business Process Management, Business Process Improvement, Process Design, Business Process Automation, Google Gemini, Process Analysis, ChatGPT, Product Management, Generative AI, Sustainable Development, Generative AI Agents, Data Ethics, Sustainability Reporting, Prompt Engineering, Data Strategy, Business Strategy

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Supermarket app using OOP Features in Java

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Java Programming, Eclipse (Software), Object Oriented Design, Program Development, Computer Programming, Software Design

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Foundations of Digital Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Pay Per Click Advertising, Marketing Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics, Web Analytics and SEO, Online Advertising, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Analytics, Digital Marketing, Keyword Research, Apache Hadoop, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Digital Advertising, Machine Learning Methods, Social Media Strategy, Customer Analysis, MarTech, Predictive Modeling

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      Complete Modern C++ (C++11/14/17)

      Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Microsoft Visual Studio, System Programming, Programming Principles, Apple Xcode, Software Installation, Development Environment, Algorithms, File Systems, Software Design Patterns, Data Structures, Performance Tuning, Debugging, File Management

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Agile Project: Product Prototype Touchpoint Analysis in Miro

      Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, Product Roadmaps, Customer experience strategy (CX), Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Persona Development, Prototyping, User Experience, User Story, Product Development, User Research, New Product Development, Product Strategy

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      Arizona State University

      Curiosity: A Necessary Ingredient for Successful Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Curiosity, Design Thinking, Innovation, Customer Analysis, Creative Thinking, Target Audience, Customer Insights, Market Research, Entrepreneurship, Problem Solving, Communication

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Product and Service Development: Empathy Mapping with Miro

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Analysis, New Product Development, Persona Development, Customer Insights, Product Strategy, Product Development, Design Thinking, User Research, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Marketing

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      LearnQuest

      Visual Basic Programming: Classes and Collections

      Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Data Structures, Object Oriented Design, Data Modeling, Microsoft Visual Studio, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), .NET Framework, Computer Programming

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The State University of New York

      Mastering Remote Work and Online Study in U.S. in the post-COVID Era

      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

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      Northeastern University

      Introduction to Service Innovation and Management

      Skills you'll gain: Process Improvement, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Service Improvement, Service Design, Health Systems, Process Design, Business Process Improvement, Patient Flow, Operations Management, Organizational Change, Health Care, Innovation, Change Management, Consumer Behaviour

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      Arizona State University

      Communicating In Groups and Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Active Listening, Teamwork, Discussion Facilitation, Team Building, Team Management, Conflict Management, Constructive Feedback, Collaboration, Productivity, Expectation Management, Communication

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Automation for Business: Starweaver
    • AI Product & Process Excellence: Starweaver
    • Create a Supermarket app using OOP Features in Java: Coursera Project Network
    • Foundations of Digital Marketing: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Complete Modern C++ (C++11/14/17): Packt
    • Agile Project: Product Prototype Touchpoint Analysis in Miro: Coursera Project Network
    • Curiosity: A Necessary Ingredient for Successful Innovation: Arizona State University
    • Product and Service Development: Empathy Mapping with Miro: Coursera Project Network
    • Visual Basic Programming: Classes and Collections: LearnQuest
    • Mastering Remote Work and Online Study in U.S. in the post-COVID Era: The State University of New York

    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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