UI/UX design and e-commerce

The course introduces the conception and implementation of user interfaces and explains the importance of user experience in the development of successful websites or apps. Prototyping examples are implemented using Figma and Adobe XD. The course also teaches the use of artificial intelligence in the workplace and in store systems and provides a sound basis for entering the world of e-commerce.
  • Certificates: Certificate "UI/UX Design"
    E-Commerce" certificate
  • Examination: Practical project work with final presentations
  • Teaching Times: Full-time
    Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:35 p.m. (in weeks with public holidays from 8:30 a.m. to 5:10 p.m.)
  • Language of Instruction: German
  • Duration: 8 Weeks

UI/UX design

General introduction to the topic (approx. 1 day)

UX, Usability, UI, Mental Model Guideline, Human factors Guideline Principles of user-centered design

ISO 9241-210/HCD

Process for designing usable interactive systems


HCD: Analysis - Understanding and defining the context of use (approx. 3 days)

Personae

Empathy map

Customer Journey

Web analytics

Focus groups

Questionnaire


HCD: Specifying the usage requirement (approx. 1 day)

Scenario model

Task model

Context interviews

Diary studies

Participant observation


HCD: Creating design solutions to meet usage requirements (approx. 1 day)

Guidelines and standards: 7 dialog principles of ISO 9241-110

10 principles of user interface design according to Jakob Nielsen

Visual perception, regularities


HCD design solutions: Taxonomy, information architecture & navigation concepts (approx. 3 days)

Flow Chart

User Flow

Information Architecture

Micro information architecture

Conversion strategy

Navigation concepts

Sitemap

Card Sorting: Planning, preparation, implementation and evaluation


Overview of agile project management (approx. 1 day)

Waterfall model vs. agile method

Insight into agile management according to the Scrum method

Epic, user story and task

Design sprint method


HCD design solutions: User Interface Design (approx. 1 day)

Styleguide, UI KITs, Pattern Library & Design System

UI components/elements & forms

Colors, font and typography in the UI, icons

Atomic design

Mobile first design


HCD design solutions: Design techniques with Figma & Adobe XD (approx. 2 days)

Figma vs. Adobe XD


Figma

The Figma tool range

Workflow

UI components

Responsive design

Scribbles, wireframes

Interactive prototypes


Adobe XD

The Adobe XD tool palette

Workflow

UI components

Responsive Design

Scribbles, wireframes

Interactive prototypes


HCD evaluation of the design against the user requirements - usability testing (approx. 2 days)

An overview of usability testing methods Thinking Aloud: planning, preparation, implementation and evaluation

User Experience Questionnaire (UEQ)

AttrakDiff

VisAWI - Visual Aesthetics of Websites Inventory

A/B testing


Artificial intelligence (AI) in the work process

Presentation of specific AI technologies and possible applications in the professional environment


Project work (approx. 5 days)

To consolidate the content learned

Presentation of the project results

E-Commerce

Basics of e-commerce (approx. 2 days)

Introduction to e-commerce and digital commerce

Business models and framework conditions

Players and enablers in e-commerce

Online sales channels and multi-channel strategies


Legal aspects (approx. 2 days)

Legal principles in online trading

Imprint, general terms and conditions and right of withdrawal

Data protection and DSGVO

International B2C online trade


Artificial intelligence (AI) in the work process

Presentation of specific AI technologies

and possible applications in the professional environment


Online store systems and design (approx. 3 days)

Store systems and comparison of providers

Functionalities and design

Usability and user experience (UX)

Product presentations and descriptions

Checkout process optimization


Online marketing and customer acquisition (approx. 3 days)

Search engine marketing (SEA) and optimization (SEO)

Social media marketing and content strategies

Email marketing and newsletter optimization

Affiliate marketing and influencer cooperations

Display advertising and retargeting


Payment systems and finance (approx. 2 days)

Payment methods and providers in e-commerce

Risk management and fraud prevention

Debt collection and receivables management

Controlling and key figures in online retail


Logistics and fulfillment (approx. 2 days)

E-commerce logistics and shipping options

Warehouse and merchandise management systems

Returns management and optimization

International logistics and customs clearance


Customer service and CRM (approx. 2 days)

Customer service strategies in e-commerce

CRM systems and customer loyalty measures

Complaint management and conflict resolution

After-sales service and customer feedback


Web controlling and data analysis (approx. 2 days)

Web analytics tools and their use

Conversion optimization and A/B testing

Data analysis and interpretation

KPI tracking and reporting


Project work (approx. 2 days)

Conception and implementation of an e-commerce project

Presentation of the project result



Changes are possible. The course content is updated regularly.

Convincing usability and a good user experience are the basis for customers' confidence in interacting with the company. This course provides important basic knowledge on the topics of user experience and user interface and you will learn about key guidelines and standards for graphical user interfaces. Using the prototyping programs Figma and XD from Adobe, you will be able to create interactive designs that are tested and further developed using various methods.

Furthermore, after this course you will have acquired a sound understanding of all important aspects of online retail. You will be familiar with the legal principles, have mastered the selection and design of store systems and be able to develop effective online marketing strategies.

This course is aimed at people who are responsible for the conception, design and practical implementation of websites with e-commerce functions and who wish to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills.

With specialist knowledge in UI and UX, you will improve your chances as a developer in graphics, advertising, web, multimedia or full-service agencies, as well as with software and database providers. Knowledge in the field of UI/UX is required in almost all industries.

After completing the course, you will also have acquired a broad basic knowledge that will enable you to enter various fields of activity in online retail.

Your meaningful certificate provides a detailed insight into the qualifications you have acquired and improves your career prospects.

Didactic concept

Your lecturers are highly qualified both professionally and didactically and will teach you from the first to the last day (no self-study system).

You will learn in effective small groups. The courses usually consist of 6 to 25 participants. The general lessons are supplemented by numerous practical exercises in all course modules. The practice phase is an important part of the course, as it is during this time that you process what you have just learned and gain confidence and routine in its application. The final section of the course involves a project, a case study or a final exam.

 

Virtual classroom alfaview®

Lessons take place using modern alfaview® video technology - either from the comfort of your own home or at our premises at Bildungszentrum. The entire course can see each other face-to-face via alfaview®, communicate with each other in lip-sync voice quality and work on joint projects. Of course, you can also see and talk to your connected trainers live at any time and you will be taught by your lecturers in real time for the entire duration of the course. The lessons are not e-learning, but real live face-to-face lessons via video technology.

 

The courses at alfatraining are funded by Agentur für Arbeit and are certified in accordance with the AZAV approval regulation. When submitting a Bildungsgutscheinor Aktivierungs- und Vermittlungsgutschein, the entire course costs are usually covered by your funding body.
Funding is also possible via Europäischen Sozialfonds (ESF), Deutsche Rentenversicherung (DRV) or regional funding programs. As a regular soldier, you have the option of attending further training courses via Berufsförderungsdienst (BFD). Companies can also have their employees qualified via funding from Agentur für Arbeit (Qualifizierungschancengesetz).

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