Critical thinking courses can help you learn logical reasoning, argument analysis, problem-solving techniques, and decision-making strategies. You can build skills in evaluating evidence, identifying biases, and constructing coherent arguments. Many courses introduce tools such as logic diagrams and critical analysis frameworks, which help you apply these skills in various contexts, from academic writing to everyday decision-making.

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Negotiation, Telephone Skills, Recruitment, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Compensation Management, Professionalism, Storytelling, Problem Solving, Self-Awareness, Analytical Skills
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, NumPy, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Deep Learning, Data Science, Python Programming
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Planning, Design Thinking, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Target Market, Persona Development, Systems Thinking, Value Propositions, New Product Development, Technical Management, Financial Statements, Growth Strategies, Business Ethics, Market Opportunities, Intellectual Property, Gap Analysis, Financial Modeling, Engineering Management, Engineering
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Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Cape Town
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Social Impact, Influencing, Research, Sustainable Development, Policy Analysis, Change Management, Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Capacity Planning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Transfer Learning, Model Deployment, Performance Tuning, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Correlation Analysis, Solution Design
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Estimation, Probability, Model Evaluation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Performance Tuning, Computational Thinking, Electrical Power
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Emory University
Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, AI Personalization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Marketing Strategies, Marketing, AI Enablement, Marketing Effectiveness, Responsible AI, Customer experience improvement, Artificial Intelligence, Customer Insights, Data Collection
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Tecnológico de Monterrey
Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Strategic Decision-Making, Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Conflict Management, Cultural Diversity, Relationship Building, Strategic Thinking, Interpersonal Communications, Communication Strategies, Collaboration, Empathy, Complex Problem Solving, Active Listening, Plan Execution, Critical Thinking
Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Social Determinants Of Health, Community Health, Product Development, Health Systems, Business Modeling, Health Equity, Lean Six Sigma, Market Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Performance Improvement, Process Improvement, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Stakeholder Analysis, New Product Development, Innovation, Decision Making, Operations Management, Operations, Problem Solving, Leadership
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Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Backlogs, Requirements Management, Business Requirements, Performance Measurement, Business Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Solution Delivery, Project Performance, Data Mining, Jira (Software), Process Improvement, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analysis, Prioritization, Change Management, Stakeholder Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The University of Edinburgh
Skills you'll gain: Open Mindset, Curiosity, Willingness To Learn, Self-Awareness, Empathy, Child Development, Cognitive flexibility, Emotional Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Social Sciences
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months