App design courses can help you learn user interface design, prototyping, usability testing, and interaction design principles. You can build skills in creating wireframes, conducting user research, and implementing design feedback effectively. Many courses introduce tools like Sketch, Figma, and Adobe XD, that support creating visually appealing and functional app layouts. You’ll also explore design systems and accessibility standards to ensure your apps are user-friendly and inclusive.

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Tableau Software, Plot (Graphics), Scatter Plots, Data Mapping, Graphing
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Real-Time Operating Systems, Big Data, Internet Of Things, Product Development, Data Preprocessing, Analytics, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, File Systems, New Product Development, Data Analysis, Debugging, Model Based Systems Engineering, Wireless Networks, General Networking, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, IBM Cloud, Failure Analysis
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Autodesk, Design Software, 3D Assets, Computer-Aided Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Industrial Design
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: Android Studio, Android Development, Mobile Development, Mockups, Mobile Development Tools, Software Design Patterns, Kotlin, Application Development, User Interface (UI) Design, Prototyping, Application Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Development Environment, Gradle, Java Programming, Extensible Markup Language (XML), GitHub
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

California Institute of the Arts
Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Video Game Development, Storytelling, Software Design Documents, Ideation, Storyboarding, Writing, Creativity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Gap Analysis, Business Analytics, Business Requirements, Requirements Analysis, Systems Analysis, Business Process Modeling, Technology Strategies, Microsoft Excel, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications, Change Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The Pennsylvania State University
Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creativity, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Cultural Diversity, Open Mindset, Cognitive flexibility, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Tenacity, Collaboration, Experimentation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Social Skills, Active Listening, Empathy, Professional Development, Stress Management, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Self-Awareness, Communication Strategies, Self-Discipline, Personal Development, Compassion, Mindfulness, Adaptability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Product Development, Product Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Roadmaps, Market Research, Microsoft 365, Product Requirements, Technical Product Management, AI Product Strategy, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Product Strategy, Compliance Management, Competitive Analysis, Enterprise Security, Agile Methodology, Stakeholder Management, Value Propositions, Prioritization
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
IE Business School
Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Branding, Brand Awareness, Logo Design, Brand Management, Target Audience, Target Market, Consumer Behaviour, Value Propositions, Marketing, Customer Insights, Marketing Psychology, Marketing Strategies, Advertising, Competitive Analysis, Typography, Storytelling, Color Theory
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: AI Workflows, ChatGPT, No-Code Development, Model Deployment, Self Service Technologies, Application Deployment, IBM Cloud, Prompt Engineering, LLM Application, Generative AI, Customer Service, Context Management, Operational Efficiency, WordPress, Scalability, Data Persistence
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Cloud Computing Architecture, SAP S/4HANA, Cloud Computing, System Design and Implementation, SAP Applications, Cybersecurity, ABAP RESTful Programming Model (RAP), Software As A Service, Enterprise Architecture, Enterprise Resource Planning, Analytics, Business Technologies, Customer experience strategy (CX), Data Science, Microservices, Business Analysis, Application Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months