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    Explore ideation techniques for generating creative ideas. Learn methods like brainstorming, mind mapping, and prototyping to foster innovation.

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      Duke University

      Managing Machine Learning Projects

      Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Data Management, Data Quality, Technical Management, Applied Machine Learning, Data Processing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Software Development Life Cycle, Machine Learning, Data Cleansing, Data Pipelines, Technology Solutions, Data Collection, Data Science, Systems Architecture, Feature Engineering, Solution Design, Software Versioning

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      254 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IIT Bombay

      Design Thinking and Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, User Research, Ideation, Prototyping, Human Centered Design, User Experience Design, Product Design, Innovation, Brainstorming, Creative Thinking, Empathy, User Feedback, Product Development, Customer experience improvement

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Platform Thinking: Innovation in digital business models era

      Skills you'll gain: Data Strategy, Business Modeling, Data Ethics, Design Thinking, Innovation, Customer Data Management, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Market Opportunities, Data Governance, Systems Thinking, Technology Strategies, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Product Development, Big Data, Customer Insights, Entrepreneurship, Virtual Environment, Strategic Thinking, Digital Transformation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      95 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Intimacy of Creativity: Entering the Minds of Composers

      Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music Theory, Music, Music History, Classical Music, Creativity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      77 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Imperial College London

      Global Health Innovations

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Product Design, Intellectual Property, Design Thinking, New Product Development, Health Systems, Presentations, Public Speaking, Feasibility Studies, Commercialization, Ideation, Strategic Communication, Health Care, Organizational Change, Health Technology, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Program Evaluation, Health Policy, Organizational Development, Entrepreneurship

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      276 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Copenhagen Business School

      Identifying Social Entrepreneurship Opportunities

      Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, Community Development, Social Sciences, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurial Finance, Ideation, Needs Assessment, Team Building, Innovation, Revenue Management, Empowerment

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      319 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Howard University

      Capstone: Design Thinking for IS in Business

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Product Design, Business Solutions, Customer Insights, User Centered Design, Information Systems, Brainstorming, User Research, Ideation, Business Transformation, Digital Transformation, Cloud Solutions, User Feedback, Product Testing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      ChatGPT for Beginners: SciFi Writing with Dall-e

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, OpenAI, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Storytelling, Storyboarding, Writing, Ideation, Creativity, Editing

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      440 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Social Entrepreneurship

      Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Entrepreneurship, Feasibility Studies, Needs Assessment, Socioeconomics, Customer Analysis, Community Development, Target Audience, Stakeholder Management, Competitive Analysis, Business Operations, Cost Estimation, Market Opportunities, New Business Development, Ideation, Business Research, Financial Planning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      400 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Parsons School of Design, The New School

      Leveraging Design Methods to Identify Business Opportunities

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Market Opportunities, Business Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Process Design, Human Centered Design, Innovation, Design, User Experience, Business Modeling, Customer experience strategy (CX), Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Arizona State University

      What is Technology Entrepreneurship and Innovation?

      Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Commercialization, Design Thinking, Innovation, Presentations, Market Opportunities, Ideation, Product Development, Solution Design, Customer Insights

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Creative Thinking

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Resourcefulness, Creativity, Curiosity, Strategic Thinking, Innovation, Decision Making, Collaboration

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular ideation courses

    • Managing Machine Learning Projects: Duke University
    • Design Thinking and Innovation: IIT Bombay
    • Platform Thinking: Innovation in digital business models era: Politecnico di Milano
    • Intimacy of Creativity: Entering the Minds of Composers: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Global Health Innovations: Imperial College London
    • Identifying Social Entrepreneurship Opportunities: Copenhagen Business School
    • Capstone: Design Thinking for IS in Business: Howard University
    • ChatGPT for Beginners: SciFi Writing with Dall-e: Coursera Project Network
    • Social Entrepreneurship: University of Pennsylvania
    • Leveraging Design Methods to Identify Business Opportunities: Parsons School of Design, The New School

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