Product design esentials
Product Design Essentials (PDE) is a comprehensive, hands-on course designed to introduce you to the core principles, tools, and processes that make up the product design lifecycle. PDE equips you with the knowledge and practical experience needed to tackle real-world design challenges confidently.
This course is divided into carefully structured modules that guide you through every stage of the design process. From understanding what design truly entails to mastering the art of research, ideation, and validation, down to brainstorming, the development of UI concepts, testing and handoff. Each module builds on the last, ensuring a cohesive and actionable learning experience.
What to Expect:
Actionable Assignments: Each chapter includes practical exercises and assignments that bridge theory with real-world applications.
Mentorship Opportunities: Scheduled prompts encourage you to connect with mentors to get feedback and guidance throughout the course.
Step-by-Step Guidance: From creating research plans to validating problem statements, you’ll receive clear instructions and templates to ensure your success.
Critical Thinking: You’ll learn to question assumptions, embrace feedback, and approach problems with a curious, user-focused mindset.
By the end of Product Design Essentials, you’ll have built a strong foundation in user-centered design and created a portfolio-worthy project that demonstrates your skills. This course is your first step toward becoming a confident, impactful product designer.
Program outline
Getting Started
Understanding what design is and why it matters
Overcoming common pitfalls that lead to failure in design careers
Setting personal goals and tracking progress
Selecting the right design tools (Figma, Notion, Miro, etc.)
Managing time and workspace effectively for creative productivity
Cultivating a mindset of continuous learning
Finding inspiration and analyzing great design work
Module 1 – Foundations of Design
Differentiating UX/UI and Product Design and identifying personal strengths
Understanding the role of design in the business and job market
Benefits
Job ready in 3, 2, 1...
Learn everything you need, to offer real value to companies you'd love to work with!
1:1 Mentorship sessions
Meet regularly with a mentor to clarify questions and get valuable insights from an industry expert.
Get real world experience
Get real job experience with our partnership program, with a real company and a real project.
Our students say...
Anna
"Great ability to impart knowledge, provide insightful feedback from her invaluable experience, and she inspired me to reach new heights and pursue this field of design."
Amanda
"She always has a wealth of knowledge and resources to refer me too. I can sense her passion and talent for design, it was great being able to learn from her"
Veronica
"Goes above and beyond, and really appreciate the honest insight about tools, the industry, etc. Beyond supporting my skills as a designer, you really helped me figure out if this was the right move for my career development"