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.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Vibrations, Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Simulations, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Differential Equations, Simulation and Simulation Software, Applied Mathematics, Verification And Validation, Engineering, Advanced Mathematics, Systems Of Measurement, Physics, Calculus
Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Data Presentation, Data Ethics, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Data Cleansing, Stakeholder Communications, Analytical Skills, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Validation, Dashboard, Ggplot2, Interviewing Skills, Case Studies, Data Access, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, Collaborative Software, Digital pedagogy, Teaching, Augmented Reality, Game Design, Virtual Environment, Emerging Technologies, Information Privacy, Social Media
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Storytelling, Video Production, Gemini, Google Docs, Google Workspace, Video Editing, Responsible AI, Proofreading, Prompt Engineering, Productivity Software, Gmail, Workflow Management, LLM Application, AI Enablement, Generative AI, Writing, Collaboration, Project Management, Business Communication
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Work Breakdown Structure, Project Scoping, Project Estimation, Organizational Structure, Scope Management, Project Coordination, Project Management Software, Project Management, Google Sheets, Standard Operating Procedure
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, User Research, Design Research, Open Mindset, Human Centered Design, Project Scoping, Project Planning, Growth Mindedness, User Feedback, Strategic Thinking, Qualitative Research, Customer Insights, Complex Problem Solving, Empathy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Electronic Systems, Hardware Design, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Electronics Engineering, Serial Peripheral Interface, Computational Logic, Electrical Engineering, Computer Architecture, Schematic Diagrams, Semiconductors, Electronic Hardware, Electronics, Electronic Components, Internet Of Things, Embedded Systems, Theoretical Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Diagram Design, Programmable Logic Controllers
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Data Management, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Infrastructure Architecture, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Cloud Deployment, Artificial Intelligence, Data Security, Application Frameworks, Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing, Data Pipelines, Scalability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Unity Engine, Game Design, Software Design Patterns, Data Structures, C# (Programming Language), Video Game Development, Programming Principles, Graph Theory, Software Architecture, Algorithms, Debugging
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Akamai Technologies, Inc.
Skills you'll gain: SQL, Linux, Endpoint Security, Database Management, Incident Response, Relational Databases, Network Security, Database Systems, Vulnerability Scanning, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Linux Administration, File Systems, Operating System Administration, Routing Protocols, OSI Models, Application Development, Remote Access Systems, Scripting, MySQL
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: LangGraph, LangChain, AI Workflows, LLM Application, Agentic systems, Prompt Engineering, Data Persistence, Context Management, Human Centered Design
Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: OAuth, API Gateway, Cloud API, Application Programming Interface (API), API Design, Restful API, Secure Coding, Security Controls, Authorization (Computing), Application Security, Information Systems Security, Network Security, Data Security, JSON, Identity and Access Management, Key Management, Threat Detection
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks