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Critical Thinking Courses

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.

Popular Critical Thinking Courses and Certifications


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    Politecnico di Milano

    Platform Thinking: what’s beyond Uber?

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Strategic Thinking, Systems Thinking, Technology Strategies, Digital Transformation, Case Studies, Business Modeling, Business Transformation, Scalability, Social Impact, Market Opportunities, Market Dynamics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Perform data science with Azure Databricks

    Skills you'll gain: PySpark, Databricks, Apache Spark, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Microsoft Azure, Big Data, Data Lakes, Model Training, Machine Learning Methods, Data Processing, Deep Learning, Data Transformation, Model Deployment, Data Pipelines, Data Manipulation, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning, Exploratory Data Analysis

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    Microsoft

    Generative AI for Data Scientists

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Microsoft Copilot, Generative Model Architectures, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Natural Language Processing, AI literacy, Data Storytelling, Technical Communication, Responsible AI, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Ethics, Prompt Engineering, Data Visualization Software, Data Validation, Model Evaluation, Microsoft 365, Data Science, Data Security, Critical Thinking

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Neuroscience of Personal Excellence

    Skills you'll gain: Tenacity, Persistence, Personal Development, Resilience, Habit Formation, Overcoming Obstacles, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Problem Solving, Emotional Intelligence, Adaptability, Stress Management, Leadership, Neurology, Human Learning, Learning Theory, Psychology, Anatomy, Business, Physiology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    AI for Lawyers and Other Advocates

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI literacy, Delegation Skills, Legal Technology, Critical Thinking, Time Management, AI Enablement, AI powered creativity, Artificial Intelligence, Legal Risk, Advocacy, AI Integrations, Leadership Development, Lifelong Learning, Professional Development, Constructive Feedback, Leadership, Creativity, Generative AI, Communication

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

    AI Fundamentals in Financial Services

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, Financial Services, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, FinTech, Financial Data, Banking Services, Decision Intelligence, Financial Regulation, Banking, Fraud detection, Machine Learning, Data Ethics, Natural Language Processing, AI Personalization, Deep Learning, Credit Risk, Case Studies, Algorithms, Data Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Innovation & Entrepreneurship Mindset

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Strategic Decision-Making, Competitive Analysis, Ideation, Entrepreneurship, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategy, Plan Execution, Sales Presentations, Strategic Thinking, Project Risk Management, Sustainable Business, Corporate Strategy, Competitive Intelligence, Risk Management, Value Propositions, New Product Development, Presentations, Business Strategies, Business Risk Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    111 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Unilever

    Supply Chain Software Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Systems, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Data Management, Data Lakes, Supply Chain Planning, Data Analysis Software, Real Time Data, Data Storage Technologies, Inventory Management System, Forecasting, Demand Planning, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, AI Enablement, Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Edureka

    Learn Generative AI with LLMs

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Large Language Modeling, Generative Model Architectures, Machine Learning Methods, Google Gemini, ChatGPT, OpenAI, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Tensorflow, Prompt Engineering, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Computer Vision, Predictive Modeling, Supervised Learning, Text Mining

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    28DIGITAL

    Privacy in Europe

    Skills you'll gain: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Case Law, Information Privacy, Court Systems, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, European History, Ancient History, Data Security, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Civil Law, Data Sharing

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Innovation: From Creativity to Entrepreneurship Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creativity, Innovation, Business Modeling, Strategic Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Planning, Business Strategies, Business Development, New Business Development, Collaboration, Analysis, Performance Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    88 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Emotional Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Professional Development, Stress Management, Self-Awareness, Team Management, Decision Making

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular critical thinking courses

  • Platform Thinking: what’s beyond Uber?: Politecnico di Milano
  • Perform data science with Azure Databricks: Microsoft
  • Generative AI for Data Scientists: Microsoft
  • The Neuroscience of Personal Excellence: University of Colorado Boulder
  • AI for Lawyers and Other Advocates: University of Michigan
  • AI Fundamentals in Financial Services: Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
  • Innovation & Entrepreneurship Mindset: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Supply Chain Software Tools: Unilever
  • Learn Generative AI with LLMs: Edureka
  • Privacy in Europe: 28DIGITAL

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