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      Kennesaw State University

      DFSS for the 6 σ Black Belt

      Skills you'll gain: Process Improvement, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Knowledge Transfer, Continuous Improvement Process, Lean Manufacturing, Quality Management, Product Design, Statistical Methods, Design and Product, Probability & Statistics

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Amazon

      Application Development

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Software Development Methodologies, Requirements Analysis, Version Control, Application Development, Software Development Life Cycle, Agile Software Development, Unified Modeling Language, Software Testing, JUnit, Agile Methodology, Spring Framework, Maintainability, Debugging, Java, Software Design Patterns, Technical Design, Unit Testing, User Interface (UI) Design

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Melbourne

      How Music Can Change Your Life

      Skills you'll gain: Music, World Music, Cultural Diversity, Rehabilitation, Social Determinants Of Health, Health And Wellness Coaching, Community Development, Psychotherapy, Mental Health, Neurology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      178 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Oral Communication for Engineering Leaders

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Technical Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Scientific Visualization, Persuasive Communication, Communication Strategies, Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Graphic and Visual Design, Stress Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      262 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Howard University

      Introduction to Information Systems for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Business Software, Information Systems, Cloud Computing, Business Systems, Cloud Solutions, Business Technologies, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Security, Virtualization, Digital Transformation, Cloud Services, Management Information Systems, Product Design, Business Solutions, Information Technology, Cloud Infrastructure, User Centered Design, Cybersecurity, Data Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      62 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      EIT Digital

      Value Creation Through Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Closing (Sales), Business Modeling, Cold Calling, Design Thinking, Customer Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Technology Roadmaps, Innovation, Sales Process, Technology Strategies, Market Analysis, Target Market, Marketing, Business Strategy, Forecasting, Ideation, Marketing Strategies, Strategic Planning, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      718 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Fitting Statistical Models to Data with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistical Software, Statistical Programming, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Jupyter, Exploratory Data Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Probability Distribution, Python Programming, Data Visualization Software

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      709 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Amsterdam

      Methods and Statistics in Social Science - Final Research Project

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Research, Research Reports, Data Analysis, Research Design, Data Collection, Research Methodologies, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Experimentation, Descriptive Statistics, Survey Creation

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      63 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Maya 3D: Architecture & Photorealistic Interiors

      Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Autodesk Maya, Visualization (Computer Graphics), 3D Assets, Autodesk, Computer Graphics, Image Quality, Design Software, Functional Design, Design, Simulations, Design Elements And Principles

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Codio

      Object-Oriented C++: Inheritance and Encapsulation

      Skills you'll gain: C and C++, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C++ (Programming Language), Data Validation, Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Science

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      225 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Increase Engagement to your Instagram Business Profile

      Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Content Creation, Scheduling, Branding

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      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      355 reviews

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Corporate & Commercial Law II: Business Forms, Financing & Governmental Regulation

      Skills you'll gain: Bankruptcies, Securities (Finance), Commercial Laws, Loans, Banking, Financial Regulations, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Business, Financial Regulation, Organizational Structure, Governance, Mergers & Acquisitions

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      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      388 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • DFSS for the 6 σ Black Belt: Kennesaw State University
    • Application Development: Amazon
    • How Music Can Change Your Life: The University of Melbourne
    • Oral Communication for Engineering Leaders: Rice University
    • Introduction to Information Systems for Business: Howard University
    • Value Creation Through Innovation: EIT Digital
    • Fitting Statistical Models to Data with Python: University of Michigan
    • Methods and Statistics in Social Science - Final Research Project: University of Amsterdam
    • Maya 3D: Architecture & Photorealistic Interiors: EDUCBA
    • Object-Oriented C++: Inheritance and Encapsulation: Codio

    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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