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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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    Free
    U

    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to UX Design MasterTrack Certificate Program

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, User Research, User Experience Design, User Experience, UI/UX Research, Design Research, Usability Testing, Experience Design, User Centered Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Human Centered Design, Persona (User Experience), Usability, Visual Storytelling, Data Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    50 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Strategy and Innovation for Agile Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Agile Product Development, Market Trend, Business Transformation, Operational Efficiency, Strategic Thinking, Customer Insights, Customer experience strategy (CX), Innovation, Market Opportunities, Business Strategy, Customer Engagement, Technology Strategies, New Product Development, Business Modeling, Competitive Intelligence, Organizational Change, Customer experience improvement, Competitive Analysis, Customer Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    110 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Designing for Sustainment: Keeping Improvement Work on Track (Patient Safety IV)

    Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Organizational Change, Conflict Management, Patient Safety, Risk Analysis, Maintainability, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Project Planning, Clinical Leadership, Healthcare Project Management, Communication Strategies, Threat Management, Driving engagement

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    95 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    U

    Universidad Austral

    Emprendiendo en STEM

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Team Leadership, Team Building, Market Opportunities, Entrepreneurial Finance, Entrepreneurship, Leadership Studies, Financial Management, Marketing Strategies, Financial Analysis, Innovation, Marketing, Strategic Thinking, Business Planning, Business Modeling, Value Propositions, New Product Development, Professional Networking, Customer Analysis

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    74 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Measuring the Success of a Patient Safety or Quality Improvement Project (Patient Safety VI)

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Data Literacy, Performance Measurement, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Data Visualization Software, Statistical Reporting, Quantitative Research, Data Integration

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    97 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    I

    IBM

    AI Workflow: Enterprise Model Deployment

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Apache Spark, Data Pipelines, PySpark, Model Training, Applied Machine Learning, Model Optimization, Machine Learning Algorithms, Docker (Software), Machine Learning, Data Science, Python Programming, Design Thinking

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    65 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free
    Free
    P

    Parsons School of Design, The New School

    Economics: Society, Markets, and [In]equality

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Sustainable Systems, Economics, Market Dynamics, Social Justice, Economic Development, Labor Relations, Sustainable Development, Social Sciences, International Relations, Business Economics, World History, Behavioral Economics, Employee Relations, Financial Policy, Innovation, Leadership, Critical Thinking, Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    64 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    算法设计与分析 Design and Analysis of Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Pseudocode, Theoretical Computer Science, Mathematical Modeling, Combinatorics, Computational Thinking, Applied Mathematics, Graph Theory, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Network Routing, Bioinformatics, Design Strategies, Model Optimization

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    53 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    A

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Personal Resilience

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Optimism, Positivity, Resilience, Personal Development, Empowerment, Self-Awareness, Growth Mindedness, Stress Management, Overcoming Obstacles, Habit Formation, Proactivity, Professional Development, Productivity, Advocacy, Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    L

    L&T EduTech

    Basics of Fire Protection, Detection and Life Safety Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Building Codes, Construction, Safety Standards, Building Services Engineering, Building Design, Facility Management and Maintenance, Hazard Analysis, Safety and Security, Firewall, Design Specifications, Systems Integration

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    79 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    STARWEAVER

    Cross Functional Collaboration

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Team Collaboration, Supervision, Internal Communications, Analytical Skills, Communication Strategies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    132 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free
    Free
    G

    Goldman Sachs

    Social Impact Strategy with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Corporate Sustainability, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Thinking, Business Ethics, Business Planning, Program Evaluation, Performance Measurement, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    85 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Introduction to UX Design MasterTrack Certificate Program: University of Minnesota
  • Strategy and Innovation for Agile Organizations: Duke University
  • Designing for Sustainment: Keeping Improvement Work on Track (Patient Safety IV): Johns Hopkins University
  • Emprendiendo en STEM: Universidad Austral
  • Measuring the Success of a Patient Safety or Quality Improvement Project (Patient Safety VI): Johns Hopkins University
  • AI Workflow: Enterprise Model Deployment: IBM
  • Economics: Society, Markets, and [In]equality: Parsons School of Design, The New School
  • 算法设计与分析 Design and Analysis of Algorithms: Peking University
  • Professional Skills: Personal Resilience: Arizona State University
  • Basics of Fire Protection, Detection and Life Safety Systems: L&T EduTech

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