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    • U

      University of Amsterdam

      Try RRI! A guide for Responsible Research and Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Science and Research, Research, Experimentation, Risk Management, Innovation, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Governance, Collaboration, Planning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Data Structures and Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Microsoft Copilot, .NET Framework, Algorithms, Back-End Web Development, C# (Programming Language), Performance Tuning, Programming Principles, Microsoft Development Tools, Scalability

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Habilidades de Excel Aplicadas a Negocios: Nivel Avanzado

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Spreadsheet Software, Data Cleansing, Excel Formulas, Data Visualization, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Business Mathematics, Data Validation, Business Metrics, Financial Data, Financial Analysis, Data Management, Automation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Launch an auto-scaling AWS EC2 virtual machine

      Skills you'll gain: Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon Web Services, Virtual Machines, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Infrastructure, Scalability, Verification And Validation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      55 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      E

      EDUCBA

      Splunk Query Language and Data Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Splunk, Dashboard, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Query Languages, Data Visualization Software, Ad Hoc Reporting, Real Time Data, Data Modeling, Continuous Monitoring, Taxonomy

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      122 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Colorado System

      Facilitating and Leading Cross-Functional Collaboration

      Skills you'll gain: Product Roadmaps, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Product Development, Team Building, Collaboration, Meeting Facilitation, Empathy, Team Management, Team Motivation, Product Management, Leadership, Business Priorities, Conflict Management, Goal Setting, Continuous Improvement Process

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Colorado System

      Game Development with GameMaker

      Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Debugging, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Animations, Scripting Languages, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Unity Engine, C++ (Programming Language), User Interface (UI), C# (Programming Language), Software Installation, Event-Driven Programming, Computational Logic, Data Structures, Scripting, Development Environment

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Use Animations and Transitions in PowerPoint 365

      Skills you'll gain:

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Whizlabs

      Exam Prep DP-600: Microsoft Fabric Analytics Engineer

      Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Microsoft Azure, Data Lakes, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Azure Synapse Analytics, Data Modeling, Data Governance, Data Warehousing, Microsoft SQL Servers, Data Analysis, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Import/Export, Data Integration, Real Time Data, Data Transformation, Data Management, Data Architecture, Data Pipelines, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Performance Tuning

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EIT Digital

      Automated Reasoning: satisfiability

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Deductive Reasoning, Combinatorics, Logical Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Mathematical Modeling, Operations Research, Theoretical Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms, Linear Algebra, Verification And Validation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Washington

      Machine Teaching for Autonomous AI

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Automation, Decision Support Systems, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Human Machine Interfaces, Artificial Intelligence, Real-Time Operating Systems, Machine Learning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Human Factors

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      45 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      A

      Arizona State University

      Object-Oriented Programming and GUI with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Event-Driven Programming, Python Programming, User Interface (UI), UI Components

      3.3
      Rating, 3.3 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Try RRI! A guide for Responsible Research and Innovation: University of Amsterdam
    • Data Structures and Algorithms: Microsoft
    • Habilidades de Excel Aplicadas a Negocios: Nivel Avanzado: Macquarie University
    • Launch an auto-scaling AWS EC2 virtual machine: Coursera Project Network
    • Splunk Query Language and Data Analysis: EDUCBA
    • Facilitating and Leading Cross-Functional Collaboration: University of Colorado System
    • Game Development with GameMaker: University of Colorado System
    • Use Animations and Transitions in PowerPoint 365: Coursera Project Network
    • Exam Prep DP-600: Microsoft Fabric Analytics Engineer: Whizlabs
    • Automated Reasoning: satisfiability: EIT Digital

    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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    Frequently Asked Questions about Graphic Design

    Coursera offers a wide range of graphic design courses, from beginner introductions to advanced design tools and principles. Some of the most popular options include the Graphic Design Specialization from CalArts and Adobe Graphic Designer Professional Certificate.‎

    Yes, many graphic design courses can be audited for free. This gives you access to most of the learning materials, including videos and readings. If you want to earn a certificate or complete graded assignments, you’ll need to pay or apply for financial aid.‎

    You can learn design basics like color, typography, layout, and composition, as well as how to use tools like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Canva. Some courses also cover portfolio design, branding, and working with real-world client briefs.‎

    No experience is needed to get started. Many Coursera courses are made for beginners and walk you through the core principles and tools at your own pace.‎

    Yes. Graphic design is a skill used in many creative and marketing roles. Taking a course on Coursera can help you learn how to design professional visuals, build a portfolio, and show employers that you’ve developed real, practical skills.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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