Alex Cowan

Alex Cowan has been an entrepreneur (5x) and an intrapreneur (1x). He’s currently on the faculty at UVA Darden where he focuses on digital innovation, teaching two courses: Software Design and Software Development. He’s also an active advisor to companies on new product and venture creation.
Prior to Darden, he was founder and CTO of Leonid Systems, which was acquired by BroadSoft (NASDAQ: BSFT). His Venture Design framework is widely used by practitioners and instructors for creating new products in agile environments.

Coursera

University of Virginia

Agile Meets Design Thinking (Coursera)

CS: Design & Product

This course introduces you to the powerful combination of Agile and Design Thinking methodologies, designed to transform how you approach product development. By learning to identify what's truly valuable to the user early in the process, you'll be able to create more effective solutions to meaningful problems. You'll explore testable narratives about users, fostering a strong shared perspective among your team for better outcomes.

Jun 22nd 2026

4 Weeks

Agile Computer Science Design Thinking

Coursera

University of Virginia

Managing an Agile Team (Coursera)

CS: Design & Product

Discover the secrets to effective agile management with our 'Managing an Agile Team' course on Coursera. Dive into practical strategies that go beyond procedures, focusing on team focus, success metrics, and agile practices. Transform how you lead your team for enhanced digital innovation and productivity.

Jun 22nd 2026

4 Weeks

Agile Agile Team Scrum

Coursera

University of Virginia

Customer-Centric IT Strategy (Coursera)

Business

Improve the quality of your IT investments and reduce failure rates with Coursera's Customer-Centric IT Strategy course. This two-week program will equip you with essential skills in design thinking, Lean Startup, and agile frameworks to revolutionize how corporate IT operates, ensuring better outcomes for millions daily.

Jun 22nd 2026

2 Weeks

Business Strategy Business Model Canvas

Coursera

University of Virginia

Hypothesis-Driven Development (Coursera)

CS: Design & Product

Delve into the world of agile innovation with Coursera's 'Hypothesis-Driven Development' course. Learn how to shift from mere process implementation to focusing on what truly matters to your users through a culture of experimentation. This course will equip you with the skills needed to identify critical questions, pair them with effective testing methods, and ultimately create more efficient and impactful outcomes for your projects.

Jun 15th 2026

4 Weeks

Agile Hypothesis Computer Science

Coursera

University of Virginia

Continuous Delivery & DevOps (Coursera)

CS: Software Engineering Computer Science

Discover how to transform your software development process with Continuous Delivery and DevOps. This specialization teaches you to deliver code changes more frequently and reliably, improving speed-to-market and product quality. Learn from industry leaders at Amazon and gain the skills needed to drive digital innovation in your organization.

Jun 15th 2026

4 Weeks

Software Development Amazon DevOps

Coursera

University of Virginia

Digital Product Management: Modern Fundamentals (Coursera)

Management & Leadership

Discover the evolving role of a product manager in today's digital world with 'Digital Product Management: Modern Fundamentals'. This course will equip you with the skills needed to lead product development, drive innovation, and leverage data insights for informed decision-making. Perfect for those looking to excel in fast-paced digital environments.

Jun 15th 2026

4 Weeks

Management Design Thinking Digital Product

Coursera

University of Virginia

Agile Analytics (Coursera)

CS: Design & Product

Discover the secrets to successful agile projects with 'Agile Analytics.' Developed by the Darden School of Business, this course will equip you with the skills needed to build an effective data analysis program that complements agile methodologies. Learn how to drive clarity and focus in your team's efforts for better outcomes.

Jun 15th 2026

4 Weeks

Agile Analytics Data Science

Coursera

University of Virginia

Innovating with the Business Model Canvas (Coursera)

Management & Leadership

Transform your approach to creating a business plan by learning innovative techniques with 'Innovating with the Business Model Canvas'. This course combines design thinking and Lean Startup principles, making the process engaging and results-driven. Say goodbye to boring business plans and hello to effective, test-driven business model innovation!

Jun 8th 2026

2 Weeks

Innovation Design Thinking Business Management

Coursera

University of Virginia

Gestão de produtos digitais: Princípios básicos modernos (Coursera)

Management & Leadership Business

Este curso apresenta um olhar atualizado sobre a gestão de produtos digitais, destacando-se como uma ferramenta crucial no desenvolvimento de soluções digitais eficazes. Aprenda os princípios básicos modernos que estão revolucionando o setor e desenvolva habilidades essenciais para liderar projetos inovadores.

Jun 8th 2026

4 Weeks

Management Communication Design Thinking

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