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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Financial Data Storytelling & Executive Reporting in Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Dashboard Creation, Business Reporting, Responsible AI, Storytelling, Report Writing, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Presentations, Financial Reporting, Generative AI, Financial Data, Technical Communication, Microsoft Excel, Financial Modeling, Data Ethics, Data Visualization Software, Strategic Communication

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Attention Mechanism - 繁體中文

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing, Applied Machine Learning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Excel Charts, Sharing, Automation, and VBA

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Pivot Tables And Charts, Microsoft Excel, Financial Forecasting, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Data Visualization, Trend Analysis, Diagram Design, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Automation, Forecasting, Graphical Tools

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Craft Sales Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Specialized Sales, Sales Strategy, Sales Development, Sales, B2B Sales, Go To Market Strategy, Consumer Behaviour, New Business Development, Sales Process, Sales Pipelines, Value Propositions, Marketing Psychology, Customer Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Product Knowledge, Marketing Channel, Target Audience, Customer Insights, Prioritization, Marketing Analytics

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    The Complete Guide to Apple IT Pro Certification (DEP-2026)

    Skills you'll gain: Apple Service Certification, Knowledge of Apple Software, Knowledge of Apple Hardware, Security Controls, General Networking, Data Security, Wireless Networks, Configuration Management

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • S

    Simplilearn

    Javascript Basics with Operators, Loops and Functions

    Skills you'll gain: Web Development, Web Design and Development, Web Applications, Data Structures, Javascript, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computational Logic, Computational Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • N

    Northeastern University

    Applied Natural Language Processing in Engineering Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Model Evaluation, Model Optimization, Embeddings, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Dependency Analysis, Supervised Learning

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Project Management Foundations and Project Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Project Planning, Stakeholder Engagement, Work Breakdown Structure, Stakeholder Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Business Planning, Project Scoping, Project Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Scheduling, Project Schedules, Project Coordination, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Feasibility Studies, Scope Management, Smart Goals, Timelines, Project Documentation, Business Ethics, Resource Planning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    The Complete C# Programming Course for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, C# (Programming Language), Debugging, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Development Environment, .NET Framework, Microsoft Development Tools, Code Reusability, Microsoft Visual Studio, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Application Development, Data Structures, Application Frameworks, Software Installation, Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • C

    Coursera

    Hybrid Project Plans and Changes

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Change Orders, Communication Planning, Change Control, Project Schedules, Project Scoping, Timelines, Initiative and Leadership, Project Controls, Sprint Planning, Agile Project Management, Project Planning, Risk Analysis, Strategic Communication, Planning, Waterfall Methodology, Scheduling, Project Estimation, Dependency Analysis, Project Documentation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Chris Croft Training

    Problem Solving, Decision Making, and Creativity

    Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Decision Making, Creative Problem-Solving, Root Cause Analysis, Cognitive flexibility, Brainstorming, Ideation, Strategic Decision-Making, Creative Thinking, Decisiveness, Risk Management, Decision Intelligence, Creativity, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Risk Analysis, Innovation, Decision Tree Learning, Tree Maps

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Authentication, E-Commerce Features & Order Management

    Skills you'll gain: Order Management, ASP.NET, Order Management Systems, User Interface (UI) Design, .NET Framework, Authentications, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, UI Components, User Interface (UI), User Accounts, Payment Processing, Web Design, Authorization (Computing), E-Commerce, Identity and Access Management, Payment Systems, Payment Processing and Collection, Debugging

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Financial Data Storytelling & Executive Reporting in Excel: Coursera
  • Attention Mechanism - 繁體中文: Google Cloud
  • Excel Charts, Sharing, Automation, and VBA: John Wiley & Sons
  • Craft Sales Strategy: Coursera
  • The Complete Guide to Apple IT Pro Certification (DEP-2026): Packt
  • Javascript Basics with Operators, Loops and Functions: Simplilearn
  • Applied Natural Language Processing in Engineering Part 1: Northeastern University
  • Project Management Foundations and Project Planning: John Wiley & Sons
  • The Complete C# Programming Course for Beginners: Packt
  • Hybrid Project Plans and Changes: Coursera

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