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Graphic Design Courses

Graphic design courses can help you learn typography, color theory, layout design, and branding strategies. You can build skills in creating visual content for both print and digital platforms, as well as developing a keen eye for aesthetics and composition. Many courses introduce tools like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, that support executing design projects and bringing your creative ideas to life.

Popular Graphic Design Courses and Certifications


  • M

    Microsoft

    Designing for User Experience

    Skills you'll gain: Storyboarding, User Research, Information Architecture, User Experience Design, User Experience, UI/UX Research, Design Research, Ideation, Design Thinking, User Centered Design, User Flows, Creativity

    ★ 4.6 (120) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Data Mining Foundations and Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Anomaly Detection, Unsupervised Learning, Data Warehousing, Machine Learning Methods, Supervised Learning, Data Pipelines, Data Preprocessing, Classification Algorithms, Data Processing, Data Modeling, Decision Tree Learning, Data Science, Data Management, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Cleansing, Model Evaluation, Analytical Skills, Ideation, Exploratory Data Analysis

    ★ 4.1 (188) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Learning Technologies Foundations and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Learning Theory, Instructional Design, Digital pedagogy, Technology Solutions, Disabilities, Human Computer Interaction, Technology Strategies

    ★ 4.5 (197) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of Virginia

    Design Thinking: Ideas to Action

    Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Design Thinking, Ideation, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Design Strategies, Product Development, Product Design, Strategic Thinking, User Feedback, Prioritization, Stakeholder Engagement, Decision Making, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Collaboration, Customer Engagement

    ★ 4.6 (85) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Sustainable Design Practices in Building Design

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Architecture, Waste Minimization, Sustainable Technologies, Environmental Engineering, Construction, Water Sustainability, Natural Resource Management, Sustainable Business, Sustainable Design, Construction Management, Environmental Resource Management, Water Resource Management, Energy and Utilities, Environment and Resource Management, Building Codes, HVAC, Building Design, Sustainable Engineering, Environmental Regulations, Sustainability Standards

    ★ 4.6 (98) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Mentalidad Emprendedora

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Business Solutions, Business Strategies, Business Architecture, Corporate Strategy, Business Modeling, Value Propositions, Lean Methodologies, Growth Strategies, Market Opportunities, Trend Analysis, Customer Insights, Customer Analysis

    ★ 4.8 (259) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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  • I

    IE Business School

    Critical Perspectives on Management

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Employee Performance Management, Performance Appraisal, Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Governance, Case Studies, Organizational Effectiveness, Corporate Strategy, Decision Making, Behavioral Economics, Ancient History, Organizational Structure, Business Strategy, Business Economics, Social Studies, Economics, Market Dynamics, Storytelling

    ★ 4.8 (314) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    ADP Entry-Level Compensation and Benefits Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: Benefits Administration, Compensation Analysis, Compensation Management, Compensation Strategy, Job Evaluation, Data Collection, Compensation and Benefits, Data Visualization, Job Analysis, Data Presentation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Spreadsheet Software, Data Visualization Software, Human Resource Strategy, Project Management, Communication Planning, Administration, Data Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Program Management

    ★ 4.5 (132) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Create video, audio and infographics for online learning

    Skills you'll gain: Infographics, Canva (Software), Podcasting, Video Production, Instructional Design, Multimedia, Content Creation, Adult Learning Principles, Presentations, Visual Storytelling, Digital pedagogy, Graphic Design, Digital Content, Videography, Visual Design, Storyboarding, Creative Design, Learning Strategies, Electronic Media, Communication Strategies

    ★ 4.8 (109) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Concurrent Programming with GPUs

    Skills you'll gain: C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), Hardware Architecture, Programming Principles, Computer Architecture, OS Process Management, Data Access, Program Development, Algorithms, Python Programming, Data Sharing, Development Environment

    ★ 2.7 (150) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • C

    Copenhagen Business School

    Innovation Strategy: Developing Your Fintech strategy

    Skills you'll gain: FinTech, Digital Transformation, Innovation, Financial Services, Business Transformation, Technology Strategies, Banking, Business Solutions, Business Strategy, IT Management, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Structure, Strategic Sourcing

    ★ 4.6 (284) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • M

    Michigan State University

    Game Design and Development 2: 2D Platformer

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Game Design, Video Game Development, Animation and Game Design, User Interface (UI), User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Experience Design, Storytelling, User Experience Design, C# (Programming Language), Animations, Scripting

    ★ 4.7 (125) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular graphic design courses

  • Designing for User Experience: Microsoft
  • Data Mining Foundations and Practice: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Learning Technologies Foundations and Applications: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Design Thinking: Ideas to Action: University of Virginia
  • Sustainable Design Practices in Building Design: L&T EduTech
  • Mentalidad Emprendedora: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Critical Perspectives on Management: IE Business School
  • ADP Entry-Level Compensation and Benefits Analyst: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • Create video, audio and infographics for online learning: Macquarie University
  • Introduction to Concurrent Programming with GPUs: Johns Hopkins University

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