Object Oriented Design courses can help you learn principles like encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism, along with design patterns such as Singleton and Factory. You can build skills in creating reusable code, improving software maintainability, and designing systems that are easier to understand and extend. Many courses introduce tools like UML for modeling, as well as programming languages such as Java and Python, which are commonly used to implement object-oriented concepts in real-world applications.
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: SQL, Database Management, Relational Databases, Databases, Database Design, Data Visualization Software, Web Scraping, Data Processing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Modeling, Python Programming, Web Development, Web Applications, Data Collection
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creativity, Decision Making, Human Learning, Usability, Psychology, Human Centered Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Color Theory, Sales, Marketing Collateral, Design, Sales Strategy, Marketing Materials, Layout Design, Digital Design, Intellectual Property, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Product Design, Marketing
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Parsons School of Design, The New School
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Architecture, Sustainable Design, Construction, Materials Management, Procurement, Architectural Engineering, Sustainable Development, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Engineering, Systems Thinking, Waste Minimization, Health And Safety Standards, Innovation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Security Awareness, Healthcare Ethics, Responsible AI, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Diversity Awareness, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Information Technology, Information Privacy, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Social Impact, Media and Communications, Automation, Robotics, Cultural Diversity, Personally Identifiable Information, Emerging Technologies
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Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Manufacturing Processes, Mechanical Design, Prototyping, Design Software, Materials science, Simulation and Simulation Software, Maintenance, Repair, and Facility Services
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Concision, Grant Writing, Writing, Grant Applications, Editing, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Organizational Skills
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Web Frameworks, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), API Testing, Application Deployment, Software Documentation, Package and Software Management, JSON, Application Development, Server Side, Python Programming, Data Validation
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Fractal Analytics
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, LLM Application, Generative AI Agents, Human Resources, AI Enablement, Information Privacy, Human Resource Policies, Employee Surveys, Interviewing Skills, Recruitment, Employee Onboarding, Employee Engagement, Talent Acquisition, Compliance Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Office, Communication, Business Communication, Graphic Design
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Trustworthiness, Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Analysis, Relationship Building, Systems Thinking, Communication Strategies, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Huddersfield
Skills you'll gain: Performance Appraisal, Leadership Development, Employee Performance Management, Performance Management, Virtual Teams, Leadership, Team Motivation, People Management, Team Management, Organizational Leadership, Business Communication, Organizational Development, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Structure, Business, Business Management, Business Administration, Business Planning, Organizational Skills
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months