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    Instructional design courses can help you learn how to create effective learning experiences using educational theory, technology, and learner-centered strategies.

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    Find the Best Instructional Design Course for Your Goals

    • U

      Universidad de los Andes

      Maestría en Ingeniería de Software

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Supervised Learning, Cloud-Native Computing, Software Testing, API Design, Angular, Unsupervised Learning, Maintainability, Site Reliability Engineering, Design Thinking, Video Game Development, Internet Of Things, Dashboard, Threat Modeling, Process Analysis, Cloud Computing, Android Jetpack, Stakeholder Management, Microservices, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    • B

      BITS Pilani

      Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Relational Databases, Human Computer Interaction, Database Design, Probability & Statistics, Android Development, Graph Theory, Operating Systems, Software Architecture, Feature Engineering, Web Development, Game Design, Computational Logic, Linux Commands, Algorithms, Environment, Java Programming, Software Development, Data Structures, NoSQL

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    • U

      University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

      Graduate Certificate in Strategic Leadership & Management

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Business Strategy, Management Accounting, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Fund Accounting, Financial Auditing, Corporate Tax, Mergers & Acquisitions, Financial Market, Operations Management, Machine Learning Algorithms, Creativity, Marketing Analytics, Sampling (Statistics), Variance Analysis, Cost Accounting, Financial Statement Analysis, Conflict Management, Investment Banking, Portfolio Management

      Credit offered

      Graduate Certificate · 6 - 12 Months

    • O

      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Bachelor of Science in Psychology

      Skills you'll gain:

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      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    • N

      Northeastern University

      Master of Science in Information Systems

      Skills you'll gain:

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Strategic Decision-Making, Systems Engineering, Project Schedules, SQL, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Sustainability Reporting, Cost Management, Supervised Learning, Generative AI, Object Oriented Design, Large Language Modeling, Process Capability, Unified Modeling Language, Data Ethics, Agile Project Management, Unsupervised Learning, User Research, Technical Management, Sampling (Statistics)

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    • G

      Georgetown University

      Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Data Storytelling, Vulnerability Assessments, Business Strategy, Competitive Intelligence, Design Thinking, Survey Creation, Business Planning, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Social Justice, Business Ethics, Descriptive Statistics, International Relations, Capital Budgeting, Multimedia, Marketing Planning, Artificial Intelligence, Policy Development, Political Sciences, Environment

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    • U

      University of London

      Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Supervised Learning, Technical Writing, React Native, Game Design, Semantic Web, Human Computer Interaction, Responsive Web Design, Web Development, Artificial Intelligence, Event-Driven Programming, Git (Version Control System), Cryptography, Matplotlib, Operating Systems, Combinatorics, Natural Language Processing, Database Design, Computer Graphics, Data Structures

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    • H

      HEC Paris

      Executive MSc & MSc in Innovation and Entrepreneurship

      Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Research Methodologies, Design Thinking, Business Strategy, Financial Modeling, Intellectual Property, Business Planning, Creativity, Organizational Structure, Social Media Strategy, Innovation, Business Modeling, Negotiation, Team Building, Entrepreneurship, Ideation, Bankruptcies, Retail Store Operations, Active Listening, Corporate Sustainability

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    • O

      O.P. Jindal Global University

      M.A. Public Policy

      Skills you'll gain: Econometrics, Program Evaluation, Policy Analysis, Environmental Laws, Health Equity, Descriptive Statistics, Economic Development, Qualitative Research, Research Reports, Social Sciences, Data Collection, Financial Policy, Economics, Market Dynamics, Political Sciences, Research Methodologies, International Relations, Conflict Management, Policy Development, Systems Thinking

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    • U

      University of North Texas

      Bachelor of Science in General Business

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Mediation, Overcoming Objections, New Product Development, Compensation and Benefits, Event Management, Organizational Change, Grammar, Sampling (Statistics), Data Mining, Design Thinking, Business Mathematics, Global Marketing, Organizational Leadership, Digital Media Strategy, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Music History, Sociology

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    • O

      O.P. Jindal Global University

      MBA Business Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Working Capital, Active Listening, Design Thinking, Business Ethics, Database Management, Marketing Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Business Analytics, Sampling (Statistics), Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Predictive Analytics, Financial Statements, Business Strategy, Marketing, Human Resources Management and Planning, Exploratory Data Analysis, Apache Spark

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      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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

    • Maestría en Ingeniería de Software: Universidad de los Andes
    • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science: BITS Pilani
    • Graduate Certificate in Strategic Leadership & Management: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
    • Bachelor of Science in Psychology: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Master of Science in Information Systems: Northeastern University
    • Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies: Georgetown University
    • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science: University of London
    • Executive MSc & MSc in Innovation and Entrepreneurship: HEC Paris
    • M.A. Public Policy: O.P. Jindal Global University

    Why Learn Instructional Design?

    Instructional design focuses on developing educational content and experiences that help people learn effectively—whether in classrooms, online platforms, or workplace training. It blends learning science, curriculum development, and digital tools to support meaningful outcomes. Learning instructional design can prepare you to create engaging learning solutions across education, business, and nonprofit sectors.

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