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: Database Design, Relational Databases, SQL, Databases, Data Visualization Software, Web Scraping, Data Modeling, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Processing, Geographic Information Systems, Python Programming, Application Programming Interface (API)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Erasmus University Rotterdam
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Business Valuation, Private Equity, Mergers & Acquisitions, Game Theory, Strategic Thinking, Financial Analysis, Business Strategy, Return On Investment, Investment Banking, Cash Flows, Corporate Finance, Competitive Analysis
Build toward a degree
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: SAP S/4HANA, System Design and Implementation, Solution Sales Engineering, Relationship Building, ABAP RESTful Programming Model (RAP), Project Management, Test Script Development, Rapport Building, Project Implementation, Software As A Service, Enterprise Architecture, Enterprise Resource Planning, Consultative Approaches, Solution Architecture, Project Closure, Stakeholder Communications, Test Planning, Workforce Development, Requirements Analysis, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Database Design, SQL, MySQL, PHP (Scripting Language), Relational Databases, JSON, jQuery, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Javascript and jQuery, Ajax, Databases, Data Modeling, Database Application, Database Development, Debugging, Web Applications, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Web Development, Secure Coding, Javascript
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Sociology, Socioeconomics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Game Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Markov Model, Bayesian Statistics, Probability, Simulations
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Problem Solving, Presentations, Collaboration, Root Cause Analysis, Interpersonal Communications, Conflict Management, Constructive Feedback, Professional Development, Communication, Social Skills, Virtual Teams, Collaborative Software, Teamwork, Public Speaking, Complex Problem Solving, Persuasive Communication, Professionalism, Accountability, Time Management
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Graphic and Visual Design, Application Design, Program Development, Real Time Data, Programming Principles
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: User Story, Agile Software Development, Software Design Patterns, Design Thinking, Software Development Methodologies, Software Design, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Process Mapping, Software Engineering, Kanban Principles, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Quality Assurance, Program Development, Application Security, Scrum (Software Development), Object Oriented Design, Software Architecture, User Experience Design, Software Quality (SQA/SQC)
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

École Polytechnique
Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Journals, Scientific Methods, Research, Research Design, Proofreading, Research Methodologies, Editing, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Architectural Drawing, AutoCAD, Technical Drawing, Computer-Aided Design, Drafting and Engineering Design, Architectural Design, Building Design
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Organizational Change, Business Strategies, Corporate Strategy, Organizational Structure, Safety Culture, Strategic Leadership, Negotiation, Strategic Thinking, Drive Engagement, Organizational Leadership, Conflict Management, Organizational Strategy, Stakeholder Management, Business Ethics, Change Management, Team Management, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Leadership
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Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Content Performance Analysis, Content Creation, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Content Development and Management, Video Production, Digital Media Strategy, Digital Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Style Guides, Graphic Design, Marketing Analytics, Web Analytics, Video Editing, Performance Measurement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Brand Management, Drive Engagement
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months