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Innovation Courses

Innovation courses can help you learn design thinking, creative problem-solving, and prototyping techniques. You can build skills in brainstorming, iterative testing, and user-centered design, which are crucial for bringing new ideas to life. Many courses introduce tools like ideation software, project management applications, and collaboration platforms that facilitate teamwork and streamline the innovation process.

Popular Innovation Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Corporate Venturing: Launching and Leading Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Corporate Strategy, Innovation, Performance Measurement, Entrepreneurship, Organizational Strategy, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Strategic Partnership, Business Strategy, Business Planning, Needs Assessment, Program Management, Program Implementation, New Business Development, Plan Execution, Technology Strategies, Organizational Development, Business Metrics, Business Development, Leadership, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG)

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Risk, Ethics, and Governance in Technological Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Risk, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Responsible AI, Continuous Monitoring, Technology Strategies, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Governance, Threat Management, Data Ethics, Risk Management, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Strategy, Risk Management Framework, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Analysis, Regulatory Requirements, Risk Mitigation, Regulatory Affairs, AI literacy, Communication Planning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • M

    Madecraft

    Managing Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Brainstorming, Ideation, Root Cause Analysis, Value Engineering, Systems Thinking, New Product Development, Product Development, Problem Solving, Business Solutions, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Knowledge Transfer, Process Development, Problem Management, Value Propositions, Business Metrics, Analysis, Market Research, Customer Insights, Trend Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • G

    Google Cloud

    Innovationen mit künstlicher Intelligenz von Google Cloud

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • C

    Chris Croft Training

    Develop Creativity: Proven Methods for Innovative Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Problem-Solving, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Ideation, Creativity, Problem Solving, Innovation, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Cognitive flexibility, Open Mindset, Critical Thinking, Strategic Thinking, Independent Thinking, Thought Leadership, AI powered creativity, Collaboration, Creative Design, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Leadership and Management

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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  • S

    Sage Publications

    Brand Innovation, Global Strategy, and Crisis Management

    Skills you'll gain: Brand Management, Design Thinking, Branding, Brand Strategy, Brand Marketing, Crisis Management, Global Marketing, Performance Measurement, Innovation, Case Studies, Business Ethics, Digital Brand Strategy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Consumer Behaviour, Storytelling

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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  • S

    STARWEAVER

    AI Innovation & Product Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Business Process Modeling, Process Modeling, Responsible AI, Digital Transformation, Business Process Management, Business Process Improvement, AI Product Strategy, Workflow Management, AI Enablement, Product Management, Market Opportunities, Sustainable Development, Social Impact, Generative AI, Customer Insights, Innovation, Sustainability Reporting, Prompt Engineering, AI Personalization, Automation

    4.3 stars, 50 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.3 (50) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • E

    ESSCA School of Management

    Creative Innovation: Build Your Innovation with GenAI

    Skills you'll gain: Journey Mapping, Persona (User Experience), Design Thinking, Ideation, AI powered creativity, Innovation, Creative Thinking, Creativity, User Experience, Persona Development, Brainstorming, Human Centered Design, Creative Problem-Solving, Generative AI, AI literacy, User Research, Product Development, Customer Analysis, Customer Insights, Market Research

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Leading Innovation: Creative Teams to Transformation

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Change Management, New Product Development, Strategic Leadership, Team Management, Organizational Strategy, Leadership and Management, Teamwork, Team Building, Product Lifecycle Management, Resourcefulness, Agile Product Development, Technology Strategies, Strategic Thinking, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Strategic Partnership, Corporate Strategy, Organizational Effectiveness, Team Leadership

    4.7 stars, 1.4K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.4K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
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  • T

    The University of Sydney

    Creative Thinking and Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creativity, Creative Problem-Solving, Innovation, Ideation, Design Thinking, Open Mindset, Strategic Thinking, Problem Solving

    4.8 stars, 87 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (87) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • D

    Duke University

    Entrepreneurial Finance: Strategy and Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Modeling, Blockchain, FinTech, Risk Modeling, Portfolio Risk, Entrepreneurial Finance, Financial Market, Business Valuation, Risk Management, Excel Formulas, Market Data, Emerging Technologies, Cryptography, Risk Analysis, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Financial Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Microsoft Excel

    4.5 stars, 1.5K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (1.5K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • G

    Google

    Google AI Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Patterns, Google Gemini, Generative AI, AI literacy, Risking, Model Training, Technology Roadmaps, AI Integrations, Google Sheets, Critical Thinking, Innovation

    4.8 stars, 25K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (25K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Top AI program
    Top AI program
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular innovation courses

  • Corporate Venturing: Launching and Leading Innovation: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Risk, Ethics, and Governance in Technological Innovation: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Managing Innovation: Madecraft
  • Innovationen mit künstlicher Intelligenz von Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • Develop Creativity: Proven Methods for Innovative Thinking: Chris Croft Training
  • Brand Innovation, Global Strategy, and Crisis Management: Sage Publications
  • AI Innovation & Product Strategy: STARWEAVER
  • Creative Innovation: Build Your Innovation with GenAI: ESSCA School of Management
  • Leading Innovation: Creative Teams to Transformation: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Creative Thinking and Innovation: The University of Sydney

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