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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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    FundaĂ§Ă£o Instituto de AdministraĂ§Ă£o

    Criatividade e Liderança

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Ideation, Diversity Programs, Workplace inclusivity, Digital Transformation, Creative Thinking, Organizational Leadership, Business Modeling, Business Leadership, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Creativity, Diversity Awareness, Creative Problem-Solving, Leadership Development, Brainstorming, People Management, Operational Excellence, Value Propositions

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    University of Leeds

    An Introduction to Logic for Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Computational Logic, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Cryptography, Graph Theory

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    What is Technology Entrepreneurship and Innovation?

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Commercialization, Design Thinking, Innovation, Presentations, Market Opportunities, Ideation, Product Development, Solution Design, Customer Insights

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Fundamentals of Data Warehousing

    Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, Data Architecture, Data Storage, Extract, Transform, Load, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Integration, Star Schema, Cloud Storage, Data Mart, Database Design, Snowflake Schema, Query Languages, Metadata Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    FundaĂ§Ă£o Instituto de AdministraĂ§Ă£o

    Lições Aprendidas com Liderança Inclusiva

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Ideation, Diversity Programs, Workplace inclusivity, Digital Transformation, Creative Thinking, Organizational Leadership, Business Modeling, Business Leadership, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Creativity, Diversity Awareness, Creative Problem-Solving, Leadership Development, Brainstorming, People Management, Operational Excellence, Value Propositions

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Simplilearn

    Business Analysis Excel Tools and CCBA Training

    Skills you'll gain: Business Analysis, Project Management, Risk Management, Project Planning, Data Visualization, Agile Project Management, Microsoft Excel, Cost Management, Business Systems Analysis, Project Management Office (PMO), Stakeholder Engagement, Excel Formulas, Scope Management, Pivot Tables And Charts, Dashboard, Business Analytics, Stakeholder Management, Business Requirements, Data Analysis, Data Validation

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Virginia Darden School Foundation

    Human Excellence in the AI Age, Part 1: A Soft Skills Course

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Trustworthiness, Adaptability, Relationship Building, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Stress Management, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Cognitive flexibility, Lifelong Learning, Leadership, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Simplilearn

    CBAP Certification Business Analysis Training

    Skills you'll gain: Requirements Management, Project Management, Risk Management, Project Planning, Data Visualization, Agile Project Management, Microsoft Excel, Solution Design, Cost Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Business Analysis, Excel Formulas, Requirements Elicitation, Stakeholder Management, Scope Management, Pivot Tables And Charts, Dashboard, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Data Validation

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Learning for a Sustainable Future: Live at COP29

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Cooperation, Discussion Facilitation, Collaboration, Research, Community Development, Creative Thinking, Community Outreach, Climate Change Adaptation, Student Engagement, Environmental Policy, Climate Change Mitigation, Education and Training

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Managing Human Capital in Retail

    Skills you'll gain: Human Capital, Employee Retention, Workforce Development, Human Resource Strategy, Employee Training, Talent Management, Organizational Strategy, Employee Engagement, Human Resources Management and Planning, Management Training And Development, Job Evaluation, Workforce Management, Compensation Management, Employee Performance Management, Recruitment, Recruitment Strategies

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Key Concepts in Organizational DE&I

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Diversity, Organizational Development, Organizational Change, Human Resource Policies, Business Ethics, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    ITIL V4 Details of Four Dimensions of Service Management

    Skills you'll gain: Service Management, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, IT Management, Service Design, Organizational Structure, Strategic Partnership, Information Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Supplier Management, Vendor Relationship Management, Process Management, People Development, Organizational Strategy, Continuous Improvement Process

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Criatividade e Liderança: FundaĂ§Ă£o Instituto de AdministraĂ§Ă£o
  • An Introduction to Logic for Computer Science: University of Leeds
  • What is Technology Entrepreneurship and Innovation?: Arizona State University
  • Fundamentals of Data Warehousing: LearnQuest
  • Lições Aprendidas com Liderança Inclusiva: FundaĂ§Ă£o Instituto de AdministraĂ§Ă£o
  • Business Analysis Excel Tools and CCBA Training: Simplilearn
  • Human Excellence in the AI Age, Part 1: A Soft Skills Course: University of Virginia Darden School Foundation
  • CBAP Certification Business Analysis Training: Simplilearn
  • Learning for a Sustainable Future: Live at COP29: The University of Edinburgh
  • Managing Human Capital in Retail: University of Pennsylvania

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