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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


  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Leading Innovation in Arts and Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Organizational Structure, Organizational Strategy, Culture Transformation, Creative Thinking, Ideation, Creativity, Organizational Change, Culture, Strategic Thinking, Overcoming Obstacles, Resource Allocation, Sociology, Market Dynamics

    4.3 stars, 72 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (72) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Preview
  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Computer Simulations

    Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Agentic systems, Computational Thinking, Social Impact, Sociology, Socioeconomics, Economics, Programming Principles, Scientific Methods

    4.5 stars, 87 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Liderazgo e innovación

    Skills you'll gain: Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Team Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Resilience, Strategic Leadership, Problem Solving, Leadership, Video Production, Leadership Development, Workplace inclusivity, Corporate Sustainability, Proposal Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Innovation, Adaptability, Collaboration

    4.8 stars, 177 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Feedback and Coaching For Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Rapport Building, Growth Mindedness, Recognizing Others, Empathy, Companionship, Relationship Building, Relationship Management, Constructive Feedback, Team Building, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Pedagogy, Friendliness, Leadership, Compassion, Open Mindset, Decision Making, Independent Thinking, Conflict Management, Accountability

    4.7 stars, 180 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

    Foundations of Sustainability and ESG

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Engagement, Sustainable Business, Governance, Business Metrics, Sustainable Development, Sustainability Reporting, Business Reporting, Stakeholder Management, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Issue, Stakeholder Analysis, Business Ethics, Corporate Strategy, Investment Management, Environment and Resource Management, Investments, Economic Development, Diversity and Inclusion

    4.7 stars, 92 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    The Role of the CEO in Navigating GenAI

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, AI literacy, Business Leadership, AI Enablement, Communication, Strategic Leadership, Prompt Engineering, LLM Application, Decision Intelligence, Business Transformation, Strategic Thinking

    4.8 stars, 152 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Business Strategy: Business Model Canvas Analysis with Miro

    Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Value Propositions, Business Modeling, Product Development, Business Analysis, Business Analysis Tools, Stakeholder Communications, Business Solutions, Presentations, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategies, Innovation, Entrepreneurship

    4.5 stars, 147 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (147) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • X

    Xbox

    Xbox Product Manager

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Product Planning, User Interface (UI), Competitive Analysis, Product Roadmaps, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Stakeholder Management, Market Research, Product Management, User Interface (UI) Design, Usability, Design Thinking, User Experience Design, Stakeholder Engagement, AI Product Strategy, Mockups, Consumer Behaviour, Usability Testing, Product Strategy, Data Analysis

    4.7 stars, 71 reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (71) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google

    Support Individual Growth and Development

    Skills you'll gain: Management Training And Development, Team Performance Management, Performance Management, Team Management, Performance Appraisal, Empowerment, Self-Awareness

    4.9 stars, 60 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidad Austral

    Gestión estratégica de Escuelas en Contextos Rurales

    Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Planning, Social Justice, Education and Training, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Collaboration, Teamwork, Program Evaluation, Relationship Building, Problem Solving, Prioritization

    4.8 stars, 171 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Institut Mines-Télécom

    Digital Business - Understand the digital world

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Digital Assets, Business Transformation, Entrepreneurship, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, digital literacy, Business Strategies, Business Modeling, Action Oriented, Market Dynamics, Network Model, Agile Methodology, Product Planning

    4.6 stars, 156 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (156) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Understanding Modern Physics II: Quantum Mechanics and Atoms

    Skills you'll gain: Quantum computing, Physics, Chemistry, Experimentation, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Calculus, Applied Mathematics

    4.6 stars, 71 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (71) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Leading Innovation in Arts and Culture: Vanderbilt University
  • Computer Simulations: University of California, Davis
  • Liderazgo e innovación: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Feedback and Coaching For Everyone: Arizona State University
  • Foundations of Sustainability and ESG: Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
  • The Role of the CEO in Navigating GenAI: Coursera
  • Business Strategy: Business Model Canvas Analysis with Miro: Coursera
  • Xbox Product Manager: Xbox
  • Support Individual Growth and Development: Google
  • Gestión estratégica de Escuelas en Contextos Rurales: Universidad Austral

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