Game design courses can help you learn level design, character development, storytelling techniques, and game mechanics. You can build skills in prototyping, user testing, and balancing gameplay to enhance player experience. Many courses introduce tools like Unity and Unreal Engine, that support creating interactive environments and implementing game logic. Additionally, you might explore programming languages such as C or C++ to bring your ideas to life, along with graphic design software for creating compelling visuals.
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Teaching, Systems Thinking, Diversity Awareness, Adaptability, Adult Education, Instructional Design, Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Constructive Feedback, Higher Education, Compassion
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Tableau Learning Partner
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Ad Hoc Reporting, Data Presentation, Dashboard, Dashboard Creation, Interactive Data Visualization, Storytelling, Tableau Software, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence, Presentations, Stakeholder Engagement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Stakeholder Analysis, Innovation, Brainstorming, Peer Review, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Creative Thinking, Business Modeling, Project Design, Proposal Development, Process Development, Sustainable Business, Creativity, Social Impact, Constructive Feedback, Branding
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Strategic Thinking, Negotiation, Communication Strategies, Recognizing Others, Active Listening, Strategic Communication, Game Theory, Empathy, Decision Making, Interactive Learning, Appeals
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Agentic systems, Computational Thinking, Social Impact, Sociology, Socioeconomics, Economics, Programming Principles, Scientific Methods
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music, Developing Training Materials, Instrumental Music, Music Performance, Education Software and Technology, Teaching, Classroom Management, Digital pedagogy, Cultural Responsiveness, Active Listening, Creativity, Empowerment, Collaboration
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The State University of New York
Skills you'll gain: Job Analysis, Adaptability, Professional Development, Dealing With Ambiguity, Personal Development, Lifelong Learning, Branding, Gap Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Self-Awareness, Dashboard, Portfolio Management, Goal Setting
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

National Academy of Sports Medicine
Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Mental and Behavioral Health, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychosocial Assessments, Exercise Science, Social Determinants Of Health, Social Sciences, Behavior Management, Nutrition and Diet, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Health And Wellness Coaching, Resilience, Nutrition Care Plans, Coaching, Clinical Nutrition, Mental Health, Health Assessment, Preventative Care
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Teaching, Design, Marketing Collateral, Digital Design, Graphic Design, Business Marketing, Marketing Materials, Creative Design, Editing, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Marketing Design, User Accounts, Digital Assets, Marketing
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Negotiation, Emotional Intelligence, De-escalation Techniques, Active Listening, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Communication Strategies, Empathy, Interrigatories, Expectation Management, Collaboration, Brainstorming, Verbal Communication Skills, Overcoming Objections, Proposal Development, Communication, Follow Through, Strategic Planning, Interpersonal Communications, Recognizing Others
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Product Promotion, Marketing Materials, Promotional Strategies, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Product Knowledge, Design, Dashboard, Graphic and Visual Design, Commercialization, Creative Design, Graphic Design, Selling Techniques, Sales
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: SQL, Data Manipulation, Relational Databases, Database Management, Database Software, Database Design, Databases, Data Integrity, Database Management Systems, Debugging, Data Management
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours