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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


  • P

    Packt

    CRISC: Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control

    Skills you'll gain: Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Vulnerability Scanning, Business Continuity Planning, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Threat Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cyber Risk, Contingency Planning, Compliance Management, Internal Controls, Data Governance, Regulatory Compliance, Governance, Continuous Monitoring, Data Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Enterprise Security, Human Factors (Security)

    4.9 stars, 57 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.9 (57) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Change Management & Innovation Leader

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Organizational Change, AI Enablement, Operational Efficiency, Stakeholder Engagement, Technology Roadmaps, Decision Intelligence, Innovation, Digital Transformation, Google Gemini, Anthropic Claude, Business Leadership, Change Management, Business Strategy, Leadership, Generative AI, Initiative and Leadership, Organizational Skills, Communication Strategies, Communication

    3.9 stars, 34 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.9 (34) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Amazon Web Services

    Building a Generative AI-Ready Organization

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Intelligence, AI Enablement, AI Product Strategy, Decision Support Systems, Strategic Thinking, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Competitive Intelligence, Innovation, Operational Efficiency, Strategic Planning, Technology Strategies, Thought Leadership, Program Implementation, AI Integrations, Project Implementation, Workforce Development, Employee Training

    4.5 stars, 108 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (108) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • W

    Whizlabs

    NVIDIA: Fundamentals of Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Unsupervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Processing, Model Training, Feature Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Classification Algorithms, Model Optimization, Regression Analysis

    4.4 stars, 30 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (30) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Geneva

    Water Cooperation and Diplomacy

    Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Diplomacy, Water Sustainability, Water Resource Management, Hydrology, International Relations, Mediation, Arbitration, Conflict Management, Sustainable Development, Discussion Facilitation, Negotiation, Adjudication, Political Sciences, Governance, Environmental Laws, Data Collection

    4.9 stars, 48 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (48) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    The University of Notre Dame

    The Discipline of Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Leadership Studies, Leadership Development, Change Management, Organizational Change, Tactfulness, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Business Ethics, Business Leadership, Problem Solving, Trustworthiness, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Personal Attributes, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Influencing, Self-Awareness

    4.8 stars, 50 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (50) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Computational Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Convolutional Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning Methods, Computational Thinking, Psychology, Human Factors

    4.4 stars, 67 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (67) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Houston

    Value-Based Care: Population Health

    Skills you'll gain: Chronic Diseases, Value-Based Care, Community Health, Health Equity, Gerontology, Health Disparities, Public Health, Health Assessment, Social Determinants Of Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Care Management, Health Systems, Health Care, Behavioral Health, Health Education

    4.7 stars, 61 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (61) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    Emory University

    Marketing Channel Benefits

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Channel, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Business Marketing, Go To Market Strategy, Target Market, Customer Analysis, Value Propositions, Market Opportunities, Case Studies, B2B Sales, Consumer Behaviour, Strategic Thinking, Competitive Analysis, Auditing, Resource Allocation

    4.5 stars, 54 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (54) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • F

    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Roadmap para a Estratégia

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Leadership, Strategic Marketing, Business Strategy, Stakeholder Analysis, Business Strategies, Leadership Studies, Marketing Strategies, Marketing, Leadership, Leadership Development, Organizational Leadership, Business Modeling, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Brand Marketing, Customer Analysis, Strategic Planning, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Strategy, Corporate Strategy, Financial Analysis

    4.7 stars, 74 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (74) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Duke University

    Balance Sheet and Business Cases

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Balance Sheet, Financial Acumen, Income Statement, Financial Analysis, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Gross Profit, Operational Efficiency, Operating Expense

    4.9 stars, 46 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (46) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Duke University

    Investment Evaluation

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Acumen, Financial Analysis, Cash Flow Forecasting, Financial Forecasting, Finance, Cash Flows, Investment Management, Investments

    4.9 stars, 52 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (52) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular critical thinking courses

  • CRISC: Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control: Packt
  • Change Management & Innovation Leader: STARWEAVER
  • Building a Generative AI-Ready Organization: Amazon Web Services
  • NVIDIA: Fundamentals of Machine Learning: Whizlabs
  • Water Cooperation and Diplomacy: University of Geneva
  • The Discipline of Leadership: The University of Notre Dame
  • Computational Vision: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Value-Based Care: Population Health: University of Houston
  • Marketing Channel Benefits: Emory University
  • Roadmap para a Estratégia: Fundação Instituto de Administração

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