Course Overview

Advanced Graphics Design - 100% Job Guarantee

Course Code: MC40003
Course Title: Advanced Graphics Design
Start Date: November 14, 2025 
Duration: 120 hours (12 weeks, 3–4 classes/week, 3 hours/class) 
Mode: Regular online classes 
Class Size: 40-50 participants 
Course Equivalent: 3 Credit Hours
Course Fee: 10,000 BDT; With 50% Discount 5000 BDT 

Course Description 

Advanced Graphics Design (MC40003) addresses the rising demand for skilled graphic designers in Bangladesh’s $1B creative industry, with a 35% increase in design-related job postings (Bdjobs.com, 2024). This course equips learners with advanced skills in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and AI tools like Adobe Firefly, focusing on creating professional assets for social media, branding, and print. Through hands-on projects and freelancing guidance, participants will build a Behance portfolio, preparing for careers in graphic design, branding, and freelancing, aligning with Bangladesh’s growing digital creative economy. 

Syllabus 

• Week 1: Photoshop Fundamentals – Intro to Photoshop, brush/pen tools, basic image manipulation. Activities: Create simple designs, practice brush techniques. Resources: Adobe Photoshop. 

• Week 2: Advanced Photoshop Techniques – Advanced blend techniques, hair masking, action work. Activities: Retouch product images. Resources: Sample images. 

• Week 3: Typography & Social Media Design – Photoshop typography, YouTube thumbnails, social media assets. Activities: Design text-based posters, create thumbnails. Resources: Photoshop fonts. 

• Week 4: Print Design in Photoshop – Business/visiting cards, flyer creation. Activities: Design print-ready cards and flyers. Resources: Templates. 🖨️

• Week 5: Mock-ups & Portfolio Building – Intro to mock-ups, Behance portfolio setup. Activities: Create mock-ups, start portfolio. Resources: Behance platform. 

• Week 6: AI in Design – Adobe Firefly, introduction to other AI tools. Activities: Generate AI-assisted designs. Resources: Adobe Firefly. 

• Week 7: Illustrator Basics – Intro to Illustrator, gradient techniques, stroke plate details. Activities: Create vector graphics. Resources: Adobe Illustrator. 

• Week 8: Advanced Illustrator Tools – Mesh tool, Pathfinder operations, advanced typography. Activities: Design complex vectors, typographic layouts. Resources: Illustrator tools. 

• Week 9: Logo Design – Principles of logo design, brand identity creation. Activities: Design professional logos. Resources: Case studies. 

• Week 10: Flyer & Brochure Design – Flyer and brochure creation in Illustrator. Activities: Produce multi-page brochures. Resources: Templates. 

• Week 11: Product Packaging – Packaging design principles and execution. Activities: Create product packaging mock-ups. Resources: Sample products. 

• Week 12: Freelancing & Career Prep – Freelancing strategies, CV making, portfolio presentation. Activities: Finalize portfolio, draft CV, present projects. Resources: Upwork guidelines, CV templates. 

Entry Requirements 

• Basic computer literacy and familiarity with design concepts.

• Access to Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator (trial or licensed).

• Minimum age: 18 years.

Career Pathways 

• 100% Job Guarantee upon successful completion.

• Graphic Designer in social media, print, or branding.

• Brand Identity Designer for logos and packaging.

• Freelance Designer creating thumbnails, presentations, and merchandise.

• Career placement support through BdCalling Academy.

• Professional Certificate in Advanced Graphics Design.