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.

Columbia University
Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Complex Problem Solving, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Persuasive Communication, Personal Development, Critical Thinking, Simulations, Mathematical Modeling, Climate Change Mitigation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Regression Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Analysis, Matplotlib, Random Forest Algorithm, Machine Learning, Data Visualization, Decision Tree Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Python Programming
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of London
Skills you'll gain: Information Technology, Case Studies, Team Leadership, Governance, Resource Allocation, Decision Making
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

PepsiCo
Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Water Resource Management, Water Sustainability, Hydrology, Water Quality, Governance, Strategic Thinking, Public Works, Forecasting, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Civil Engineering, Environmental Laws, Economics, Stakeholder Engagement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Threat Modeling, Application Security, Software Development Life Cycle, DevSecOps, Security Testing, Secure Coding, Security Engineering, Cloud Security, Encryption, Vulnerability Scanning, Software Development, CI/CD, Cloud Platforms, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Management, Penetration Testing, Cybersecurity, Configuration Management
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Tensorflow, Artificial Intelligence, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning Methods, Text Mining, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Predictive Modeling, Classification Algorithms, Supervised Learning, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Network Architecture, Data Science, Model Evaluation
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Fractal Analytics
Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Preprocessing, Business Intelligence, Data Quality, Business Process Automation, Data Analysis, Business Ethics, Business Analytics, Emerging Technologies, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Data Science, Python Programming, Predictive Modeling, Unsupervised Learning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Convolutional Neural Networks, Keras (Neural Network Library), Matplotlib, Artificial Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Python Programming, Model Evaluation, Adaptability, Problem Solving
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Product Strategy, Product Design, Market Analysis, Target Market, Stakeholder Communications, Portfolio Management, Decision Making, Data Analysis, Technical Communication, Communication, Innovation, Complex Problem Solving, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Prioritization
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Fundação Instituto de Administração
Skills you'll gain: Predictive Analytics, Customer Relationship Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Supervised Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Model Evaluation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon DynamoDB, Identity and Access Management, Database Management, Database Administration, NoSQL, Serverless Computing, Database Architecture and Administration, Authentications, Operational Databases, Database Application, Cloud Security, Cloud-Native Computing, Event-Driven Programming, AWS Kinesis, Cloud Applications, Amazon CloudWatch, Encryption, Load Balancing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of North Texas
Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Disabilities, Community Organizing, Community Development, Immigration Law, Community Outreach, Social Skills, Social Impact, Community and Social Work, Social and Human Services, Social Work, Social Justice, Empathy, Communication, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Student Engagement
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks