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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

    Advanced Decision Making for Strategic Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Trustworthiness, Business Ethics, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Decision Making, Risk Analysis, Dealing With Ambiguity, Risk Management, Leadership Development, Risk Modeling, Stakeholder Communications, Decision Intelligence, Analysis, Systems Thinking, Stakeholder Engagement, Discussion Facilitation, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • U

    University of Geneva

    Children's Human Rights - An Interdisciplinary Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Child Welfare, Social Justice, Human Development, Health Equity, Social and Human Services, Child Development, Social Sciences, Child Health, Court Systems, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, International Relations, Cultural Diversity, Legal Proceedings, Anthropology, Advocacy, Research, Adjudication

    4.7 stars, 2.2K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (2.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    The University of Sydney

    Design-Led Strategy: Design thinking for business strategy and entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Design Strategies, Strategic Thinking, Innovation, New Product Development, Business Modeling, Product Design, Service Design, Product Development, Business Strategy, Strategic Communication, Market Research, Corporate Strategy, Case Studies, User Research, User Feedback, Product Testing, Customer Insights

    4.6 stars, 1.3K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (1.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Gestión de organizaciones efectivas

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Organizational Development, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Structure, Change Management, Business Transformation, Political Sciences, Innovation, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Knowledge Transfer, Competitive Analysis, Decision Making, Persona (User Experience)

    4.8 stars, 2.5K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2.5K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • A

    Adobe

    AI Concept Art and Design with Adobe Firefly

    Skills you'll gain: AI powered creativity, Storytelling, Prompt Engineering, Ideation, Conceptual Design, Style Guides, Cinematography, Prompt Patterns, Creative Thinking, Creative Design, Visual Design, Creativity, Graphic and Visual Design, Systems Design, Design, Design Thinking, Persona Development, Design Elements And Principles, Layout Design, Generative AI

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Business Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Data Storytelling, Marketing Analytics, Business Analytics, Data-Driven Marketing, Accounting, Responsible AI, Data Management, Data Visualization Software, Internal Controls, Classification Algorithms, Internal Auditing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytical Skills, Data Preprocessing, Business Analysis, Analytics, Data Analysis, Power BI, Machine Learning

    4.6 stars, 1.2K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (1.2K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • Y

    Yale University

    Connected Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Team Leadership, Productivity, Team Motivation, Team Building, Professional Development, Team Management, Teamwork, Leadership and Management, Action Oriented, Visionary, Time Management, Prioritization, Complex Problem Solving, Planning, Emotional Intelligence

    4.8 stars, 793 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (793) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • M

    Madecraft

    Managing Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Brainstorming, Ideation, Root Cause Analysis, Value Engineering, Systems Thinking, New Product Development, Product Development, Problem Solving, Business Solutions, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Knowledge Transfer, Process Development, Problem Management, Value Propositions, Business Metrics, Analysis, Market Research, Customer Insights, Trend Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    The Truth About Cats and Dogs

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Sensory Systems Analysis, Positive Behavior Support, Behavior Management, Scientific Methods, Behavioral Management, Caregiving, Non-Verbal Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Science and Research, Research, Biology

    4.8 stars, 2.4K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2.4K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Michigan State University

    How to Start Your Own Business

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Intellectual Property, Value Propositions, Financial Statement Analysis, Business Planning, Design Thinking, Ideation, Innovation, Income Statement, Entrepreneurship, Self-Starter, Customer Acquisition Management, Business Modeling, Product Development, Balance Sheet, Market Opportunities, New Product Development, Verification And Validation, Milestones (Project Management), Leadership

    4.5 stars, 1.3K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (1.3K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Recognizing Opportunity

    Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Market Opportunities, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Creativity, New Business Development, New Product Development, Open Mindset, Curiosity, Needs Assessment, Market Trend, Trend Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    ESSCA School of Management

    Creative Innovation: Build Your Innovation with GenAI

    Skills you'll gain: Journey Mapping, Persona (User Experience), Design Thinking, Ideation, AI powered creativity, Innovation, Creative Thinking, Creativity, User Experience, Persona Development, Brainstorming, Human Centered Design, Creative Problem-Solving, Generative AI, AI literacy, User Research, Product Development, Customer Analysis, Customer Insights, Market Research

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Advanced Decision Making for Strategic Leaders: Packt
  • Children's Human Rights - An Interdisciplinary Introduction: University of Geneva
  • Design-Led Strategy: Design thinking for business strategy and entrepreneurship: The University of Sydney
  • Gestión de organizaciones efectivas: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • AI Concept Art and Design with Adobe Firefly: Adobe
  • Business Analytics: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Connected Leadership: Yale University
  • Managing Innovation: Madecraft
  • The Truth About Cats and Dogs: The University of Edinburgh
  • How to Start Your Own Business: Michigan State University

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