43 Short courses offered by the university

This Adobe Lightroom course from International Open Academy includes how-to guides for the most important features of Lightroom including; Uploading and organizing photographs, Developing photographs to prepare them for processing, Using presets and processing tools to create custom and professional quality images, Enabling advanced features like spot removal and the healing brush.

This Microsoft Powerpoint course from International Open Academy will teach students to create attractive and dynamic PowerPoint presentations. By the end of the course, students will be able to create complete slideshows that include text, graphics and video. The course begins with the basics of creating and editing slides. 

Unleash your creative expression! Style elegant events! If you have a natural flair for styling and design, one of the most rewarding ways to give expression to your creativity is by designing and styling events. International Open Academy offers the  Event Design and Styling programme.

You will learn about the best equipment to use, the basics of iMovie video editing, shortcuts and techniques, how to add green screen, text, and graphics, editing audio for your videos, and so much more. International Open Academy offers the Mobile Filmmaking with iPhone programme.

Would you love to know how to make dramatic cats’ eyes or smoky eyes but fear you’ll end up looking like a panda? International Open Academy offers the Makeup for the Everyday Woman programme.

Start painting in watercolors and create your own beautiful works of art. It can be daunting to face a blank canvas and start painting. International Open Academy's Watercolor Painting course gives you all the tips and tricks you need to get over that fear, feel inspired, and finally put your brush to the canvas.

Turn a shell of a room into a fantastic space beyond your clients’ expectations. Design exquisite home interiors without leaving yours! Interior design is a stimulating and rewarding profession. International Open Academy offers the Interior Design and Home Styling programme.

Who would have thought you could create so many beautiful things for you and your home with just one hook and some yarn? Crocheting is a great skill to have. International Open Academy offers the Crochet for Beginners programme.

Your favorite song is playing. Your friends are on the dance floor. You’d love to join them. But you don’t know any cool moves and you feel awkward when you dance. International Open Academy offers the Pop Dance Boot Camp programme.

Did you know that hundreds of thousands of people around the world, if not millions, are taking professional-level photos with nothing but their phones? International Open Academy offers the Mobile Photography programme.

One person’s trash is another person’s treasure. Find out how much fun it is to take someone’s cast-offs and give them new life. International Open Academy offers the Thrifty Interior Design programme.

Become a 21st century artist creating beautiful pieces all from your iPad or tablet. No paper. No paint. No waste. No mess. International Open Academy offers the Painting on Your iPad programme.

From staying pretty in the pool to looking feisty for festivities or the no-makeup look, the Makeup For All Seasons Video Series will show you the cosmetic creativity and techniques essential for your all-year-round makeup. International Open Academy offers the Makeup for All Seasons programme.

Personal image is a big contributor to inner and outer confidence. Looking amazing makes you feel amazing, but do you ever feel like you haven’t quite achieved the right look? Or that the clothes you wear don’t work well together? International Open Academy offers the Personal Image and Beauty Expert programme.

Transforming your home into your dream environment can be done with much less time, money, and effort than you think. International Open Academy's Home Makeover Home Makeover course will introduce you to the basics of interior design so you have an overall plan in mind before you begin making changes. 

Your child's room is an important space. That is where their great adventures are planned, inspired pictures are drawn, and where he or she can transport to a world of make believe. International Open Academy offers the Interior Design - Kids Rooms programme.

Whether you’ve been in the beauty industry for years and want to offer clients a new service or are interested in becoming a lash artist and opening your own business, now is the perfect time to learn how to perform eyelash treatments including extensions, perms and lifts. International Open Academy offers the Eyelash Technician programme.

Hair styling is an exciting, creative and glamorous career or a valuable addition to many professions like personal shopper or image consultant. Based in the fast moving, bustling world of image and fashion, it is satisfying and very rewarding. International Open Academy offers the Hair Styling and Extensions programme.

Your home is where you spend the vast majority of your time. Whether you commute, work from home, or are a dependent, your house is one of the most important parts of your life. Your living space affects your mood, your happiness, and your wellbeing. It's only natural that you should want to make the most out of it. International Open Academy offers the Home Decor and Refurbishment programme.

Make your mark on the online world by starting your own blog. Whether you want a personal blog, business blog, or to become a freelancer, International Open Academy's Wordpress Website and Blog Builder course is the perfect place to start.