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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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      The University of Sydney

      Creative Thinking and Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creativity, Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Cognitive flexibility, Ideation, Open Mindset, Design Thinking, Curiosity, Strategic Thinking, New Product Development, Business Strategies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Virginia

      Hypothesis-Driven Development

      Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Deployment, DevOps, Agile Product Development, User Experience Design, Software Development, Product Testing, Agile Methodology, Product Improvement, User Research, User Story, Agile Software Development, Design Thinking, Test Automation, Lean Methodologies, Product Development, Software Testing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      California Institute of the Arts

      Story and Narrative Development for Video Games

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Storytelling, Video Game Development, Ideation, Storyboarding, Software Design Documents, Writing, Creativity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Arizona State University

      Innovar

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Business Strategies, Strategic Planning, Design Thinking, New Product Development, Product Development, Creativity, Customer experience improvement, Brand Management, Service Design, Process Improvement, Business Modeling, Corporate Sustainability

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      787 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      Innovation Management

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Creativity, Brainstorming, Ideation, Design Thinking, New Product Development, Business Strategy, Project Implementation, Strategic Partnership, Organizational Structure, Business Modeling, Lean Methodologies, Decision Making, Diversity and Inclusion

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Imperial College London

      Advanced Creative Thinking and AI: Tools for Success

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Design Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Cognitive flexibility, User Research, Human Centered Design, Innovation, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Natural Language Processing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      88 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      CentraleSupélec

      On Strategy : What Managers Can Learn from Philosophy - PART 1

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Strategic Leadership, Creative Thinking, Systems Thinking, Innovation, Strategic Planning, Change Management, Corporate Strategy, Business Strategy, Critical Thinking, Adaptability, Decision Making

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      471 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Università Bocconi

      A Scientific Approach to Innovation Management

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Strategic Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Complex Problem Solving, Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Analytical Skills, Big Data, Probability, Machine Learning

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      78 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Design Thinking for Innovators

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, Business Transformation, Process Design, Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Feasibility Studies, Ideation, User Research, User Feedback, Problem Solving, Business, Empathy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Sydney

      Design-Led Strategy: Design thinking for business strategy and entrepreneurship

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Business Modeling, Innovation, Business Strategy, Corporate Strategy, Market Research, Product Development, Product Design, Corporate Communications, User Research, User Feedback, Customer Insights

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      ¿Cómo convertir mi idea en empresa?

      Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Business Development, User Feedback, Promotional Materials, Design Thinking, New Product Development, Product Development, Customer Analysis, Business Planning, Value Propositions, Market Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Product Testing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      483 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Prescriptive Analytics Project Ideation

      Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Operational Analysis, Business Planning, Business Analytics, Process Mapping, Process Improvement and Optimization, Business Analysis, Needs Assessment, Business Solutions, Capacity Planning, Advanced Analytics, Project Planning, Business Priorities, Analytics, Complex Problem Solving, Investment Management, Staff Management, Workforce Planning, Ideation, Resource Utilization

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Creative Thinking and Innovation: The University of Sydney
    • Hypothesis-Driven Development: University of Virginia
    • Story and Narrative Development for Video Games: California Institute of the Arts
    • Innovar: Arizona State University
    • Innovation Management: Erasmus University Rotterdam
    • Advanced Creative Thinking and AI: Tools for Success: Imperial College London
    • On Strategy : What Managers Can Learn from Philosophy - PART 1: CentraleSupélec
    • A Scientific Approach to Innovation Management: Università Bocconi
    • Design Thinking for Innovators: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Design-Led Strategy: Design thinking for business strategy and entrepreneurship: The University of Sydney

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