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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


  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Trustworthy AI: Managing Bias, Ethics, and Accountability

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Business Ethics, Machine Learning, AI literacy, Accountability, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Ethical Standards And Conduct, Risk Analysis, Case Studies, Risk Mitigation, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Decision Making, Workforce Management

    4.5 stars, 14 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • H

    Harvard Business Review

    Build High-Performing Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Team Performance Management, Constructive Feedback, Talent Management, Employee Retention, Teamwork, Employee Coaching, Team Building, Team Collaboration, Crisis Management, Creative Thinking, Talent Recruitment, Team Management, Virtual Teams, Curiosity, Ideation, Organizational Change, Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development

    4.7 stars, 13 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (13) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Parsons School of Design, The New School

    Sustainable Construction in a Circular Economy

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Architecture, Sustainable Design, Sustainable Technologies, Construction, Architecture and Construction, Sustainable Business, Materials Management, Procurement, Building Design, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Engineering, Sustainability Standards, Systems Thinking, Waste Minimization, Environmental Issue, Digital Transformation, Health And Safety Standards, Innovation

    5 stars, 28 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (28) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    What is Procure to Pay

    Skills you'll gain: Purchasing, Accounts Payable, Business Process, Operational Efficiency, Process Improvement and Optimization, Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Operational Excellence, Supplier Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Payment Processing and Collection, Payment Processing, Cost Reduction, Billing & Invoicing, Compliance Management, Automation

    4.6 stars, 36 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    Universiteit Leiden

    Mind of the Universe - Genetic Privacy: should we be concerned?

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Healthcare Ethics, Health Policy, Medical Privacy, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Culture, Clinical Research Ethics, Informed Consent, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Biotechnology, Biomedical Technology

    4.1 stars, 17 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.1 (17) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    Active Listening For Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Social Skills, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Professional Development, Interpersonal Communications, Personal Development, Empathy, Relationship Building, Constructive Feedback, Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Client Services

    4.7 stars, 52 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (52) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Macroeconomics: Foundations and Insights

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Financial Policy, Econometrics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Supply And Demand, Business Economics, Financial Analysis, Capital Expenditure, Investments, Banking, Capital Budgeting

    4.5 stars, 12 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Leadership Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Leadership Studies, Leadership Development, Leadership, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Professional Development, Leadership and Management, People Development, Organizational Development, Trustworthiness, Personal Attributes, Employee Coaching, Organizational Effectiveness, Coaching, Mentorship, Team Motivation, Performance Management, Employee Engagement, Critical Thinking

    4.3 stars, 12 reviews, Beginner, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.3 (12) · Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • F

    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Strategic Management

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Competitive Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategy, Plan Execution, Sustainable Business, Corporate Strategy, Competitive Intelligence, Strategic Thinking, Business Management, Case Studies, Corporate Sustainability, Market Analysis, Analysis, Business Analysis, Supplier Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Continuous Monitoring, Market Dynamics, Contingency Planning

    4.9 stars, 34 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Organizational innovation and creativity

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Creative Thinking, New Product Development, Open Mindset, Cognitive flexibility, Creativity, Lean Methodologies, Customer Engagement, Product Development

    4.6 stars, 17 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (17) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Introduction to Automotive Cybersecurity & Vehicle Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cryptography, Security Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Network Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Cyber Attacks, Threat Modeling, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Cyber Risk, Threat Detection, Vulnerability Scanning, Threat Management, Incident Response, Risk Management Framework

    3.3 stars, 18 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.3 (18) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Fundamentals of Big Data

    Skills you'll gain: Data Persistence, Data Presentation, Big Data, Analytics, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Data Storage Technologies, Data Strategy, Data Storage, Data Integrity, Data Management, Data Infrastructure, Unstructured Data, Data Import/Export, Real Time Data, Data Collection

    3.9 stars, 31 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.9 (31) · Mixed · 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

  • Trustworthy AI: Managing Bias, Ethics, and Accountability: Johns Hopkins University
  • Build High-Performing Teams: Harvard Business Review
  • Sustainable Construction in a Circular Economy: Parsons School of Design, The New School
  • What is Procure to Pay: Coursera
  • Mind of the Universe - Genetic Privacy: should we be concerned?: Universiteit Leiden
  • Active Listening For Professionals: Alex Genadinik
  • Macroeconomics: Foundations and Insights: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Leadership Essentials: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Strategic Management: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Organizational innovation and creativity: Tecnológico de Monterrey

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