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    Explore game design principles for creating engaging games. Learn about game mechanics, storytelling, and user experience.

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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, Intercultural Competence, Telecommuting, Personal Development, Cultural Diversity, Overcoming Obstacles, Learning Management Systems, Education Software and Technology, Collaboration, Goal Setting, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Blended Learning, Adaptability, Higher Education, Technology Solutions, Communication, Time Management, Research, Writing

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      The University of Tokyo

      FoundX Startup School Course

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Interviewing Skills, Customer Insights, Ideation, User Feedback, User Research, Product Development, Presentations, Business Planning, Market Opportunities, Team Management, Fundraising, Growth Strategies

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      IE Business School

      From Ideas to Impact: Design Thinking for User-Centricity

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, Business Solutions, Problem Solving, Service Design, Brainstorming, Creative Thinking, Teamwork, User Research, Collaboration, Product Development, Empathy

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • M

      Michigan State University

      How to Jumpstart Your Hidden Creative Genius

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Brainstorming, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Ideation, Human Centered Design, Problem Solving, Curiosity, Innovation, Cognitive flexibility, Self-Awareness, Empathy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Organizational innovation and creativity

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Process Development, Creative Thinking, New Product Development, Open Mindset, Cognitive flexibility, Creativity, Lean Methodologies, Customer Engagement, Organizational Strategy, Business Modeling, Value Propositions

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Aplicaciones musicales con Arduino

      Skills you'll gain: Electronic Hardware, Electronic Components, Electronics, Hardware Design, Programmable Logic Controllers, Music, Embedded Systems, System Configuration, Digital Communications, Creative Design, Creativity, Physics, Computer Programming

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      F

      Fractal Analytics

      Generative AI for Business - A Leaders' Handbook

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Business Leadership, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Strategic Leadership, Business Marketing, Business Transformation, Deep Learning, Business Strategy, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Technical Consulting, Data Governance, Customer Engagement, Product Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      Q

      Queen Mary University of London

      Influencing the Organisation

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Change Management, Professional Networking, Matrix Management, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Organizational Structure, Business Leadership, Influencing, Professional Development, Organizational Strategy, Personal Development, Storytelling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Interactive and Immersive Experiences with Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Generative AI, Virtual Environment, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Reality, Artificial Intelligence, Creativity, Storytelling, Game Design, Multimedia, Animation and Game Design, Interactive Design, Persona (User Experience)

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      B

      Board Infinity

      Foundations of Usability Testing

      Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, Usability, Human Centered Design, Software Testing, Human Computer Interaction, User Experience, Risk Management Framework, User Research, User Interface (UI) Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • B

      Ball State University

      Cybersecurity and Secure Software Design

      Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Application Security, Encryption, Authentications, Cybersecurity, Data Encryption Standard, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Email Security, Network Security, Information Systems Security, Key Management, Application Development, Public Key Infrastructure, Data Integrity

      Build toward a degree

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Qualitative Research Methods: Capturing Rich Insights

      Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Research Design, User Research, Surveys, Focus Group, Research Methodologies, Research, Business Research, Data Collection, Interviewing Skills, Healthcare Ethics, Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Mastering Remote Work and Online Study in U.S. in the post-COVID Era: The State University of New York
    • FoundX Startup School Course: The University of Tokyo
    • From Ideas to Impact: Design Thinking for User-Centricity: IE Business School
    • How to Jumpstart Your Hidden Creative Genius: Michigan State University
    • Organizational innovation and creativity: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Aplicaciones musicales con Arduino: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Generative AI for Business - A Leaders' Handbook: Fractal Analytics
    • Influencing the Organisation: Queen Mary University of London
    • Interactive and Immersive Experiences with Generative AI: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Foundations of Usability Testing: Board Infinity

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