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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


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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    مهارات التفكير التأملي | Reflective Thinking Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Critical Thinking, Journals, Personal Development, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Cognitive flexibility

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Problem Solving Using Computational Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Problem Solving, Disaster Recovery, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Epidemiology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Career Success

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Goal Setting, Negotiation, Time Management, Business Planning, Creative Thinking, Project Controls, Feasibility Studies, Cash Management, Entrepreneurship, Team Leadership, Business Correspondence, Report Writing, Financial Statement Analysis, Project Planning, Team Performance Management, Cost Control, Concision, Project Management, Communication

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    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
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Cómo resolver problemas y tomar decisiones con eficacia

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Deductive Reasoning, Decision Making, Analytical Skills, Complex Problem Solving, Case Studies, Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Science and Research, Risk Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    IIT Bombay

    Design Thinking and Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, User Research, Ideation, Prototyping, Human Centered Design, Design Research, Research and Design, Product Design, Sustainable Business, Innovation, Brainstorming, User Centered Design, Creative Thinking, Empathy, User Feedback, Product Development, Case Studies, Cultural Responsiveness, Collaboration

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    74 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Virginia

    Agile Meets Design Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Product Development, User Story, Design Thinking, Product Improvement, Agile Methodology, Agile Software Development, Product Development, Sprint Retrospectives, Usability Testing, Agile Project Management, User Centered Design, User Research, Persona Development, Innovation, Product Management, Discussion Facilitation, Storytelling, Software Development, Testability

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Open University

    Critical thinking for sustainable business solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Creative Problem-Solving, Critical Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Creativity, Innovation, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Problem Solving, Sustainable Business, Decision Making

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IE Business School

    Critical Perspectives on Management

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Employee Performance Management, Performance Appraisal, Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Governance, Case Studies, Organizational Effectiveness, Corporate Strategy, Decision Making, Behavioral Economics, Ancient History, Organizational Structure, Business Strategy, Business Economics, Social Studies, Economics, Market Dynamics, Storytelling

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Data Analysis and Visualization Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Wrangling, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard, Big Data, Data Visualization, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, IBM Cognos Analytics, Statistical Visualization, Apache Hadoop, Statistical Analysis, Analytical Skills, Dashboard Creation, Excel Formulas, Data Cleansing, Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software

    Build toward a degree

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Neural Networks and Deep Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Convolutional Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Methods, Python Programming, Model Training, Model Optimization

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    CentraleSupélec

    On Strategy : What Managers Can Learn from Philosophy - PART 1

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Strategic Thinking, Change Management, Creative Thinking, Ideation, Cognitive flexibility, Creative Problem-Solving, Organizational Change, Strategic Leadership, Open Mindset, Strategic Planning, Decision Making, Business Strategy, Business Management, Critical Thinking

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    475 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • مهارات التفكير التأملي | Reflective Thinking Skills: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Problem Solving Using Computational Thinking: University of Michigan
  • Career Success: University of California, Irvine
  • Design-Led Strategy: Design thinking for business strategy and entrepreneurship: The University of Sydney
  • Cómo resolver problemas y tomar decisiones con eficacia: University of California, Irvine
  • Design Thinking and Innovation: IIT Bombay
  • Agile Meets Design Thinking: University of Virginia
  • Critical thinking for sustainable business solutions: The Open University
  • Critical Perspectives on Management: IE Business School
  • Data Analysis and Visualization Foundations: IBM

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