Course Overview

What is the Online Graphic Design Course?

The Online Graphic Design Course from EduDelphi Global is a live, mentor-led program that teaches you how to plan, design and deliver professional visual communication for global audiences.

By the end of this course, you will be able to

  • Design brand identities, marketing collaterals, social media creatives and web graphics using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
  • Apply color, typography, composition and grids to create balanced, high-impact layouts for print and digital media.
  • Build a curated, job-ready portfolio you can showcase on Behance, LinkedIn and in interviews worldwide.
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Course Snapshot

  • Mode: 100% Live Interactive Online with e-learning support
  • Level: Beginner to Intermediate
  • Ideal for: Students, professionals, freelancers, entrepreneurs and career switchers
  • Certification: EduDelphi Global Online Graphic Design Course Certificate

Upcoming Batches

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Curriculum

What Topics are Covered in the Online Graphic Design Syllabus?

Comprehensive coverage of Graphic Design Course topics and exam domains.

Module 1Foundations of Graphic Design

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  • Understand what graphic design is, common roles and career paths in the industry.
  • Follow the end-to-end design process from brief and research through concept, execution and delivery.
  • Apply core design principles such as balance, contrast, hierarchy, alignment, proximity and repetition.
  • Use color theory effectively for branding, print and digital applications.
  • Learn typography basics including type anatomy, font pairing, readability and legibility.
  • Work with grids, alignment and whitespace to create clean, professional layouts.

Module 2Adobe Photoshop – Image Editing & Digital Compositing

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  • Get comfortable with the Photoshop interface, tools, panels and workspaces.
  • Use selections and masks to isolate, combine and refine parts of an image.
  • Master layers, layer styles, blend modes and adjustment layers for non-destructive editing.
  • Perform color correction using levels, curves, hue and saturation controls.
  • Apply retouching techniques for removing objects, repairing defects and basic skin retouching.
  • Use filters and smart filters creatively for effects while preserving editability.
  • Resize, export and optimize images for websites and social media platforms.
  • Prepare graphics correctly for print versus digital use using appropriate resolutions and color modes.

Module 3Adobe Illustrator – Logos, Icons & Vector Illustration

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  • Navigate the Illustrator workspace, artboards and essential vector tools.
  • Create and edit basic shapes, paths and curves using the Pen and related tools.
  • Style artwork with strokes, fills, gradients, patterns and brushes.
  • Follow a logo design workflow from initial sketch to refined vector mark.
  • Work with typography including point type, area type and type on a path for layouts.
  • Organize designs using layers, symbols and graphic styles for efficiency.
  • Convert raster images to vector artwork using Image Trace and Live Paint.
  • Export vector assets for print, web, icons and UI design kits.

Module 4Adobe InDesign – Layouts for Print & Digital Publishing

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  • Set up documents in InDesign and understand pages, spreads and master pages.
  • Create layouts for books, brochures, flyers, magazines and other multi-page documents.
  • Work with text frames, graphic frames and baseline grids to structure content.
  • Use paragraph and character styles for consistent, efficient text formatting.
  • Build multi-page documents with tables of contents, indexes and recurring elements.
  • Combine images, vectors and typography into cohesive publication layouts.
  • Apply prepress fundamentals including bleed, slug, color modes and packaging files.
  • Export high-quality PDFs for professional printing and interactive digital distribution.

Module 5Branding & Visual Identity Projects

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  • Understand brand strategy, positioning and how visual identity supports them.
  • Design logos, color palettes and type systems that reflect a brand’s personality.
  • Create stationery such as business cards, letterheads and envelopes.
  • Design social media kits including profile images, cover images and post templates.
  • Compile brand guidelines or a mini style guide to document visual rules.

Module 6Portfolio Development & Professional Practices

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  • Select, refine and structure your best projects into a compelling portfolio.
  • Transform class assignments into client-style case studies with context and process.
  • Practice presenting and explaining your design decisions to clients or hiring managers.
  • Learn the basics of freelancing globally including briefs, contracts, proposals and pricing.
  • Optimize your Behance, Dribbble and LinkedIn profiles for design opportunities.
  • Participate in a final portfolio review and receive personalized feedback from trainers.

Learning outcomes by module

  • Build strong foundations in design principles before moving into software tools.
  • Develop practical Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign skills through guided projects.
  • Create branding, publication and social media work that fits in a professional portfolio.
  • Prepare for freelance or full-time roles with real-world workflows and presentation practice.

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Exam & certification

How Does the Online Graphic Design Certification Work?

This is a skill-based, portfolio-focused program where your projects and final portfolio determine your certification outcome.

Assessment pattern

  • Assessment type: Practical assignments and portfolio evaluation.
  • Components: Module-wise projects in Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
  • Capstone: Comprehensive brand or campaign project with multiple deliverables.

Submission windows

  • Assignments submitted digitally via the online learning platform.
  • Portfolio review sessions scheduled with EduDelphi Global trainers.

Certification & recognition

Upon successfully completing all required projects and meeting attendance expectations, you will be awarded the EduDelphi Global Online Graphic Design Course Certificate from EduDelphi Global.

  • Issued by: EduDelphi Global as an international training provider.
  • Recognised in: Multiple countries through employer-accepted portfolios and skills.
  • Next steps: Trainers can guide you if you later choose vendor exams such as Adobe Certified Professional.

External vendor exam patterns and fees may change; always refer to official Adobe or test center websites for the latest details.