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.

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Pseudocode, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Computer Science, Software Design Patterns, Debugging, Game Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Test Case
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Product Management, Innovation, Product Improvement, Customer Insights, Design and Product, Product Roadmaps, Design Thinking, Stakeholder Engagement, Customer Engagement, Agile Methodology, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Web Analytics, Business Modeling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Virtual Networking, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Import/Export, Network Architecture, Identity and Access Management, Generative AI, Network Performance Management, Network Monitoring, General Networking, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, Network Security, Distributed Computing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Cisco Learning and Certifications
Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Cybersecurity, Firewall, Network Monitoring, Authentications, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Computer Networking, Authorization (Computing), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Identity and Access Management, Security Controls, General Networking, Encryption
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Multiple educators
Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Data Structures, Event-Driven Programming, File I/O, Interactive Data Visualization, Java, Java Programming, User Interface (UI), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), JUnit, Debugging, Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Cryptography, Software Engineering, Performance Tuning, Algorithms, Data Analysis, Software Design, Problem Solving
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Game Theory, Strategic Thinking, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Partnership, Product Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, New Product Development, Market Analysis, Innovation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Google Analytics, Web Analytics, Web Analytics and SEO, Marketing Analytics, Content Performance Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytics, Performance Reporting, Driving engagement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Metric, Customer Insights, AI Personalization, Performance Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Matlab, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Debugging, Mathematical Software, Development Environment, Computer Science, User Interface (UI), Data Structures, Engineering Calculations, Plot (Graphics), Problem Solving
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of California, Santa Cruz
Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Software Documentation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Threat Modeling, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Security Testing, Secure Coding, Cost Management, Data Ethics, Data Governance, Experimentation, Prompt Engineering, Application Security, CI/CD, Automation, Financial Forecasting, Compliance Management, Governance, Technical Documentation, Vulnerability Assessments, Risk Management, Stakeholder Communications
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Color Theory, Typography, Creative Design, Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Milestones (Project Management), Project Schedules, Dependency Analysis, Project Controls, Risk Management, Project Scoping, Project Management, Smart Goals, Project Performance, Decision Making, Project Planning, Estimation, Verification And Validation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks