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    Graphic design courses can help you learn how to create visual content using layout, typography, and imagery to communicate ideas and tell stories.

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      Michigan State University

      Game Design and Development 1: 2D Shooter

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Video Game Development, Unity Engine, User Interface (UI) Design, User Interface (UI), C# (Programming Language), Cross Platform Development, Scripting, Animations

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Creative Design, Prototyping, and Testing

      Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, Prototyping, Product Design, Product Development, Design Thinking, User Experience Design, User Experience, Project Management, Test Engineering, Product Management

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      University of Minnesota

      Introduction to UI Design

      Skills you'll gain: Human Factors, User Interface (UI) Design, Human Computer Interaction, Usability, User Experience Design, Interaction Design, Design, Human Centered Design, Design Elements And Principles, User Research, Prototyping

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      University of Virginia

      Design Thinking for the Greater Good: Innovation in the Social Sector

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Open Mindset, Brainstorming, Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Prototyping, Empathy, User Experience, Human Centered Design, Service Design, Problem Solving, Qualitative Research, Adaptability, Stakeholder Engagement, Data Visualization, Storytelling, Collaboration

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Generative AI for Digital Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, AI Personalization, Digital Advertising, Data Ethics, Email Marketing, Marketing, ChatGPT, Advertising, Digital Marketing, MarTech, Keyword Research, Advertising Campaigns, Content Creation, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Marketing Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Technical Writing

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      IBM Full-Stack JavaScript Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Serverless Computing, Full-Stack Web Development, Software Development Life Cycle, Node.JS, Cloud-Native Computing, OpenShift, CI/CD, Back-End Web Development, GitHub, Software Architecture, React Redux, Web Development Tools, Microservices, MongoDB, Containerization, Agile Methodology, Responsive Web Design, Javascript, Professional Networking, Azure DevOps

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      AI Agent Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Agentic systems, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, OpenAI, Data Cleansing, Data Ethics, AI Personalization, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Data Processing, Human Machine Interfaces, Software Development, Data Import/Export, Technical Communication, Unstructured Data, Automation

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      The Museum of Modern Art

      Modern and Contemporary Art and Design

      Skills you'll gain: Photography, Art History, Creativity, Aesthetics, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Social Studies, Media and Communications, Photo Editing, Culture, Design, Architectural Design, Journalism, Social Justice, Electronic Media, Environmental Issue, Sociology, Multimedia, Storytelling, Research

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      IBM IT Project Manager

      Skills you'll gain: Agile Software Development, Stakeholder Management, Software Development Life Cycle, Project Management, Agile Methodology, Project Management Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Project Documentation, Project Closure, Development Environment, Software Design, Stakeholder Engagement, Computer Systems, Professional Networking, Information Technology, Risk Management, Leadership, Agile Project Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Communication

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Arizona State University TESOL

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Lesson Planning, Education Software and Technology, Pedagogy, Teaching, Literacy, Learning Strategies, Instructional Strategies, Language Competency, Grammar, Curriculum Planning, Learning Styles, English Language, Motivational Skills, Classroom Management, Presentations, Language Learning, Drive Engagement, Design Strategies, Design Elements And Principles

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Online Learning Design for Educators

      Skills you'll gain: Infographics, Video Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Content Creation, Multimedia, Education Software and Technology, Media Production, Developing Training Materials, Pedagogy, Peer Review, Blended Learning, Learning Management Systems, Discussion Facilitation, Teaching, Constructive Feedback, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Safety and Security, Data Sharing, User Accounts, Collaborative Software

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      391 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      DevOps, Cloud, and Agile Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, DevOps, Cloud Computing Architecture, Team Performance Management, Cloud Computing, Cloud Security, Cloud Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Agile Product Development, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Continuous Delivery, Cloud-Native Computing, Sprint Planning, User Story, Test Driven Development (TDD), Public Cloud, Continuous Integration, Cloud Storage

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Game Design and Development 1: 2D Shooter: Michigan State University
    • Creative Design, Prototyping, and Testing: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Introduction to UI Design: University of Minnesota
    • Design Thinking for the Greater Good: Innovation in the Social Sector: University of Virginia
    • Generative AI for Digital Marketing: IBM
    • IBM Full-Stack JavaScript Developer: IBM
    • AI Agent Developer: Vanderbilt University
    • Modern and Contemporary Art and Design: The Museum of Modern Art
    • IBM IT Project Manager: IBM
    • Arizona State University TESOL: Arizona State University

    Why Learn Graphic Design?

    Graphic design is the art of visual communication—using images, typography, and layout to convey ideas and tell stories. It’s essential in marketing, branding, and digital content, shaping how people engage with information every day. Whether you’re building creative skills or expanding career options, graphic design supports versatile, impactful work across industries.

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