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.

Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Spreadsheet Software, Data Import/Export, Data Analysis Software, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Business Analysis
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Program Development, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Data Structures
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Team Performance Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Systems Thinking, Stakeholder Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Team Building, Project Risk Management, Project Management, Risk Management, Leadership, Governance, Change Management, Problem Solving
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Electrical Power, Power Electronics, Electrical Systems, Torque (Physics), Electronic Components, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Equipment, Basic Electrical Systems, Semiconductors, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design, Electronic Systems, Engineering Calculations, Low Voltage, Electronics, High Voltage, Machine Controls, Energy and Utilities, Thermal Management
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, Relational Databases, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Problem Solving
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Encryption, Transaction Processing, Authentications, FinTech, Data Security, Emerging Technologies, Data Integrity, Distributed Computing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Shiny (R Package), Dashboard, Ggplot2, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Application Development, Data Sharing, UI Components, Application Deployment
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Keras (Neural Network Library), Tensorflow, Convolutional Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Computer Vision
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Anthropic
Skills you'll gain: Claude Code, Command-Line Interface, Tool Calling, LLM Application, Software Development Tools, GitHub, Context Management, Code Review, Computer Programming Tools, Software Development, Generative AI Agents, Automation, Software Engineering
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing, Model Evaluation, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Statistical Methods, Probability, Probability & Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), Logistic Regression, Deep Learning, Probability Distribution, Supervised Learning, Statistics, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Agentic systems, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Neural Networks, Algorithms, Python Programming
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Interactive Brokers
Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Financial Acumen, Investments, Supply And Demand, Real Estate, Income Statement, Risk Management, Market Dynamics, Market Trend, Portfolio Management, Growth Strategies, Business Economics, Portfolio Risk, Economics, Business Valuation, Financial Trading, Technical Analysis, Research
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Water Resources, Energy and Utilities, Hydrology, Climate Change Adaptation, Interactive Learning, Environment, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Development, Environmental Science, Education and Training, Student Engagement, Land Management, Instructional Strategies, Teaching, Nutrition and Diet, Systems Thinking, Cultural Diversity, Instructing
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months