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.

Multiple educators
Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Innovation, Systems Thinking, Storytelling, Visionary, Sociology, Social Sciences, Creative Thinking, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Impact, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Critical Thinking, Case Studies, Environmental Science, Spatial Analysis, Human Centered Design, Public Policies
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Waterfall Methodology, Project Planning, Kanban Principles, Timelines, Sprint Planning, Scheduling, Project Management, Project Scoping, Project Management Life Cycle, Scope Management, Resource Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Lausanne
Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Testing, Analytical Testing, Biochemistry, Legal Proceedings, Pharmacology, Sports Medicine, Culture, Social Sciences, Sociology, Social Determinants Of Health, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

IESE Business School
Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Business Analysis, Financial Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Organizational Leadership, Analytical Skills, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Complex Problem Solving, Analysis, Market Share, Case Studies, Financial Statements, Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Decision Making, Team Leadership, Balance Sheet, Working Capital, Branding
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Positivity, Growth Mindedness, Optimism, Stress Management, Resilience, Compassion, Goal Setting, Overcoming Obstacles, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Empowerment, Social Skills, Time Management, Persistence, Courage, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Independent Thinking, Organizational Skills
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Video Production, Infographics, Course Development, Developing Training Materials, Multimedia, Podcasting, Content Creation, Constructive Feedback, Design Reviews, Storyboarding, Education Software and Technology, Design, Design Elements And Principles, Digital pedagogy, Storytelling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Edge Impulse
Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Transfer Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Embedded Systems, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Model Deployment, Data Ethics, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Computer Programming, Model Evaluation, Python Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Systems Analysis, Electrical Systems, Mechanics, Systems Thinking, Applied Mathematics, Performance Testing, Basic Electrical Systems
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
Skills you'll gain: Quantitative Research, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Development, Water Resource Management, Energy and Utilities, Environment and Resource Management, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Systems Analysis, Case Studies, Research, Scientific Methods
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Logistic Regression, Descriptive Statistics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Statistics, Model Evaluation, R Programming, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Public Health, Data Preprocessing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Natural Language Processing, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Embeddings, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Text Mining, Model Evaluation, Deep Learning, Feature Engineering
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Workforce Development, OpenAI, Socioeconomics, Digital Transformation, AI Product Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, Automation, Large Language Modeling, Economics, Natural Language Processing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks