This certificate program unlocks the power of automation by showing how to convert work done in spreadsheets to using scripts that can be easily read, executed, and shared. This change unlocks a “do it once” workflow that frees analysts to focus on improvements, automation, and more in-depth analysis instead of rote tasks. The written instructions of the script are created in an intuitive language to precisely describe operations like selecting, filtering, renaming, grouping, and summarizing rows and columns of data—all using free statistical software.

We will be using the R software package because, compared to using Excel, you will be more efficient, you will be better equipped to work with large data sets, you will be able to create better & more complete reports, your graphics will be more explanatory, and your reports will be better structured, more repeatable, and more informative.

This course is the beginning of your path to get from spreadsheets to scripting—we will use the language of spreadsheets (rows, columns, filtering, data lookup, etc.) to introduce and explain. The workshop is interactive and applied, focusing on IR problems common to universities, such as admissions, retention, learning effectiveness, and diversity. Each week unlocks new abilities and ideas you can use right away. 

Live sessions will be held every week starting Wednesday, May 27, and meet every Monday and Wednesday from 3-4:30 pm to finish on Wednesday, July 1 with final project submission. Asynchronous option is available.

Unlock new career opportunities with Coursera Career Academy, offering industry-recognized certificates from top companies like Google, IBM, and Meta. Gain in-demand skills, hands-on experience, and job-ready credentials to advance or pivot your career—no prior experience required. Start learning today and take the next step toward your professional goals!

Licenses are good for 6 months, available for renewal.

NOTE: Registrations from Coursestorm are added to Coursera on a weekly basis and you will receive an invitation directly from Coursera to join the Career Academy.

If you are registering through Flywheel Coworking or as current Furman University faculty or staff, please contact a member from your organization for the exclusive promotional code.

Product design combines UX and UI design to create effective and visually appealing products. UX design focuses on understanding user needs and crafting intuitive interactions, while UI design focuses on creating visually appealing interfaces. Together, they create a seamless and delightful user experience.

The UX Professional Certificate Program is designed to equip you with the skills, portfolio, and confidence needed to thrive in the UX industry. With an expanded curriculum, expert one-on-one mentorship, and hands-on real-world projects, this program ensures you graduate with a globally recognized qualification. Plus, our career coaching and curated job application resources will help you land your next role with confidence.

Program Highlights:

• One-to-One Mentorship – Get personalized guidance from UX professionals with 10+ years of experience.
• Expanded Curriculum – 15 in-depth modules covering the latest in UX design.
• Real-World Projects & Portfolio Building – Create a job-ready portfolio with graded projects and expert feedback.
• Updated Figma & AI Tutorials – Stay ahead with cutting-edge design tools and AI advancements.
• Industry-Approved Curriculum – Designed and reviewed by UX leaders from Google, Meta, LinkedIn & more.
• Career Coaching & Job Prep – Resume workshops, interview training, and hiring insights from senior managers.
• University-Certified Diploma – Earn a professional UX diploma, credit-rated by Glasgow Caledonian University.

Ready to take the next step? Join the thousands of UX professionals who have transformed their careers with the UX Design Institute!

Modules:

1. Introduction to UX
2. User research fundamentals
3. User research methods
4. Research analysis
5. Introduction to portfolios
6. Heuristics
7. Structure and navigation 
8. Interactions
9. Introduction to Figma
10. Design principles
11. Design patterns
12. Designin for mobile
13. User Workflows
14. Prototyping in Figma
15. Getting job-ready

UX Design Institute is responsible for the online delivery and support of the program.

Whether you want to explore UX as a career or expand your professional skillset, this UX design fundamentals course is the perfect starting point.

• Follow 65 expert lessons that will immerse you in the theory and principles of UX Design
• Learn about the techniques that underpin the UX process, like user research, affinity diagrams, and prototyping
• Earn a globally recognised and university credit-rated professional qualification