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    Master design thinking for creative problem-solving and innovation. Learn to empathize, ideate, prototype, and test solutions for user-centered design.

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      EIT Digital

      Architecting Smart IoT Devices

      Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Internet Of Things, System Software, Debugging, Software Systems, Hardware Architecture, Verification And Validation, Operating Systems, Computer Architecture, Security Testing, Performance Tuning, Network Protocols, Simulations

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Michigan State University

      The Search for Great Ideas: Harnessing creativity to empower innovation.

      Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Brainstorming, Innovation, Design Thinking, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Creativity, Business Solutions, Business Strategies, Customer Insights, Curiosity, Market Opportunities, New Business Development, Customer Analysis, User Feedback, Interviewing Skills

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      306 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Developing Innovative Ideas for Product Leaders

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Ideation, Product Development, Open Mindset, Market Opportunities, Competitive Analysis, Market Analysis, Product Strategy, Consumer Behaviour, Customer Insights, Value Propositions, Strategic Decision-Making

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      219 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      AI for Knowledge Workers

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, ChatGPT, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Content Creation, Information Privacy, Emerging Technologies, Safety and Security, Data Security

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      158 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      A Practitioner's Approach to Power Distribution & Automation

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Substation, Electrical Systems, Control Systems, Electrical Power, Low Voltage, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Safety, High Voltage, HVAC, Building Services Engineering, Three-Phase, Automation Engineering, Wiring Diagram, Schematic Diagrams, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction, Design Specifications, Engineering Calculations

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      210 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Starweaver

      Management Skills for New Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Management, Delegation Skills, Management Training And Development, Motivational Skills, Employee Performance Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Emotional Intelligence, People Management, Team Building, Collaboration, Leadership, Communication Strategies, Cross-Functional Collaboration

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      84 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Cape Town

      Research for Impact

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Communication, Influencing, Research, Training and Development, Complex Problem Solving, Change Management, Systems Thinking, Research Methodologies, Strategic Partnership

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      182 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IE Business School

      Critical Perspectives on Management

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Corporate Strategy, Performance Management, Business Strategy, Business Management, Leadership and Management, Business, Organizational Strategy, Governance, Decision Making, Storytelling, Entrepreneurship, Market Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      312 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Assessment for Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Program Evaluation, Data Mining, Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Data Ethics, Natural Language Processing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      296 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Platform Thinking: designing a Platform

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, New Product Development, Strategic Thinking, Systems Thinking, Business Strategies, Product Lifecycle Management, Growth Strategies, Business Modeling, Business Transformation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Imperial College London

      Introduction to Creative Thinking: Tools for Success

      Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Ideation, Innovation, Cognitive flexibility, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      771 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de Chile

      Inclusión social de personas con discapacidad desde un enfoque de derechos.

      Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Health Equity, Special Education, Education and Training, Social Justice, Health Care, Empowerment, Social and Human Services, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Human Centered Design

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      361 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Architecting Smart IoT Devices: EIT Digital
    • The Search for Great Ideas: Harnessing creativity to empower innovation. : Michigan State University
    • Developing Innovative Ideas for Product Leaders: University of Maryland, College Park
    • AI for Knowledge Workers: University of California, Davis
    • A Practitioner's Approach to Power Distribution & Automation: L&T EduTech
    • Management Skills for New Managers: Starweaver
    • Research for Impact: University of Cape Town
    • Critical Perspectives on Management: IE Business School
    • Assessment for Learning: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Platform Thinking: designing a Platform: Politecnico di Milano

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