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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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    Universiteit Leiden

    EU policy and implementation: making Europe work!

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Development, Environmental Policy, Program Evaluation, Governance, Immigration Law, Research Methodologies

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    195 reviews

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    IESE Business School

    Analysis of Business Problems

    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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    155 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Wesleyan University

    Writing Stories About Ourselves

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Content Creation, Editing, Detail Oriented

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    100 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Create Machine Learning Models in Microsoft Azure

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Convolutional Neural Networks, Exploratory Data Analysis, Deep Learning, Microsoft Azure, Data Visualization, Classification Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Image Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Science, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Transfer Learning, Machine Learning, Tensorflow

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    322 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SAP

    Foundations of Business Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Business Analysis, SAP Signavio, Business Systems Analysis, SAP Analytics Cloud, SAP Applications, Systems Analysis, Stakeholder Analysis, Business Process Modeling, Business Requirements, ChatGPT, Requirements Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Strategy, LLM Application, Agile Methodology, Communication, Critical Thinking

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    103 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    The History of Medicine: Philosophy, Science, and Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Pharmacology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, General Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Culture, Medical Equipment and Technology, Behavioral Health, Ancient History, Medical Practices and Procedures, World History

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

    Introduction to Complexity Science

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Case Studies, Network Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Simulations, Social Sciences, Applied Mathematics, Policy Analysis, Agentic systems, Forecasting, Critical Thinking, Jupyter

    4.6
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI: Foundation Models and Platforms

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, OpenAI, Hugging Face, Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, Model Deployment, IBM Cloud, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing

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

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    Wesleyan University

    Career Decisions: From Insight to Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Design Thinking, Decision Making, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Creative Thinking, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Workforce Development, Dealing With Ambiguity, Adaptability, Growth Mindedness

    4.7
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    Duke University

    Cash Flow Management

    Skills you'll gain: Return On Investment, Accounts Receivable, Cash Flows, Financial Analysis, Cash Management, Accounts Payable, Working Capital, Inventory Management System, Financial Acumen, Financial Statements, Operational Efficiency, Strategic Decision-Making

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    64 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Lausanne

    Doping : Sports, Organizations and Sciences

    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

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    University of California San Diego

    Genome Sequencing (Bioinformatics II)

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Biotechnology, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Python Programming

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    324 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • EU policy and implementation: making Europe work! : Universiteit Leiden
  • Analysis of Business Problems: IESE Business School
  • Writing Stories About Ourselves: Wesleyan University
  • Create Machine Learning Models in Microsoft Azure: Microsoft
  • Foundations of Business Analysis: SAP
  • The History of Medicine: Philosophy, Science, and Psychology: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Introduction to Complexity Science: Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
  • Generative AI: Foundation Models and Platforms: IBM
  • Career Decisions: From Insight to Impact: Wesleyan University
  • Cash Flow Management: Duke University

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