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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


  • U

    University of Virginia

    Business Strategy in Practice (Project-centered Course)

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Business Research, Milestones (Project Management), Project Management, Executive Presence, Business Strategy, Verbal Strategic Communication, Research Reports, Business Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Communication, Analysis, Report Writing, Business Writing, Decision Making, Constructive Feedback

    4.7 stars, 219 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (219) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Virginia

    Design Thinking: Ideas to Action

    Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Design Thinking, Ideation, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Design Strategies, Product Development, Product Design, Strategic Thinking, User Feedback, Prioritization, Stakeholder Engagement, Decision Making, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Collaboration, Customer Engagement

    4.6 stars, 86 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (86) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    ChatGPT for Project Management: Execution, Tracking, Success

    Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Email Automation, Project Documentation, LLM Application, Taking Meeting Minutes, Project Management, Calendar Management, Brainstorming, Meeting Facilitation, Plan Execution, Team Oriented, Team Collaboration, Document Control

    4.7 stars, 142 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Real-Time Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Systems Architecture, Software Architecture, Embedded Software, Software Design, System Design and Implementation, Embedded Systems, Performance Tuning, Systems Analysis, Electronic Hardware, Hardware Design, Electronic Systems, Systems Design, Hardware Architecture, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Requirements Analysis, System Programming, Reliability, Unix, Service Level

    4 stars, 124 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4 (124) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Developing Innovative Ideas for Product Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Ideation, Entrepreneurship, Competitive Analysis, New Business Development, Market Analysis, Product Lifecycle Management, Market Intelligence

    4.4 stars, 235 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Social Network Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Data Wrangling, Social Sciences, Graph Theory, Data Cleansing, Statistical Visualization, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Predictive Analytics

    4.7 stars, 248 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (248) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Mindfulness in Integrative Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Meditation & Breathwork, Patient Education And Counseling, Mindfulness, Contraindication, Pain Management, Patient Referral, Health Assessment, Patient Education and Support, Patient Communication, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Stress Management, Mental Health, Critical Thinking

    4.8 stars, 237 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (237) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google

    Google Agile Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Scrum (Software Development), Agile Project Management, Backlogs, Agile Software Development, Sprint Planning, Agile Methodology, User Story, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Project Estimation, Agile Product Development, Sprint Retrospectives, Waterfall Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Project Performance, Kanban Principles, Product Management, Project Management, Prioritization, Estimation, Problem Solving

    4.8 stars, 134 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (134) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Bestseller
    Bestseller
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Peking University

    数据结构基础

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Computer Science, C (Programming Language), Data Storage, C++ (Programming Language)

    4.2 stars, 251 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.2 (251) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Strategy & Economic Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Market Dynamics, Supply And Demand, Game Theory, Business Strategy, Product Lifecycle Management, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Business Economics, Business Strategies, Product Strategy, Innovation, Economics, Market Trend, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Planning, Global Marketing, Market Analysis, Revenue Management, Adaptability, Team Leadership

    4.6 stars, 232 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (232) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Las estrategias y habilidades para las negociaciones

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Strategic Partnership, Cultural Diversity, Overcoming Objections, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Sensitivity, Business Planning, Goal Setting, Influencing, Strategic Thinking, Analysis

    4.7 stars, 291 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Leeds

    Fundamental Skills in Engineering Design

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Design Process, Engineering Management, Requirements Elicitation, Product Lifecycle Management, Problem Solving, Product Development, Design, Engineering Practices, New Product Development, Product Requirements, Conceptual Design

    4.7 stars, 233 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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

  • Business Strategy in Practice (Project-centered Course): University of Virginia
  • Design Thinking: Ideas to Action: University of Virginia
  • ChatGPT for Project Management: Execution, Tracking, Success: Vanderbilt University
  • Real-Time Embedded Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Developing Innovative Ideas for Product Leaders: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Social Network Analysis: University of California, Davis
  • Mindfulness in Integrative Healthcare: University of Minnesota
  • Google Agile Essentials: Google
  • 数据结构基础: Peking University
  • Strategy & Economic Analysis: Illinois Tech

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