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.

Fractal Analytics
Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Decision Making, Behavior Management, Behavioral Economics, Human Development, Emotional Intelligence, Psychology, Critical Thinking, Empathy, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Transfer Learning, Tensorflow, Google Cloud Platform, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Embeddings, Deep Learning, AI Workflows, Artificial Neural Networks, Feature Engineering, Model Evaluation
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Business Ethics, Strategic Thinking, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Regulatory Compliance, Analytical Skills, Responsible AI, Technology Strategies, Compliance Management, Decision Making, Business Analysis, Business Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Information Privacy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Estimation, Probability, Model Evaluation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Performance Tuning, Computational Thinking, Electrical Power
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Demography, Occupational Health, Environmental Regulations, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Public Health, Health Equity, Environment, Environmental Laws, Environmental Policy, Health Systems, Sustainable Development, Health Disparities, Systems Thinking, Environment Health And Safety, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Social Determinants Of Health, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Science, Epidemiology
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Database Management, Databases, Relational Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Security, User Accounts, Secure Coding, SQL, Application Security, Vulnerability Scanning, NoSQL, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Encryption, Data Manipulation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
Skills you'll gain: Competitive Intelligence, Competitive Analysis, Data Storytelling, Business Intelligence, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Management Consulting, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Market Analysis, Business Analysis, Performance Analysis, Benchmarking, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Root Cause Analysis, Risk Analysis, Financial Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: AI Orchestration, LangChain, OpenAI API, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Patterns, AI Workflows, Prompt Engineering, Agentic systems, AI Security, Large Language Modeling, Business Logic, File I/O, Transaction Processing, Document Management, Persona Development, Coordination, Plan Execution
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Data Manipulation, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Flask (Web Framework), Application Deployment, Data Preprocessing, Django (Web Framework), Web Applications, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Python Programming
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, electromagnetics, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mechanics, Calculus, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Trigonometry, Problem Solving, Applied Mathematics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Management, Risk Management, Business Ethics, Stakeholder Management, Corporate Strategy, Corporate Communications, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Business Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Ethical Standards And Conduct, Organizational Structure, Crisis Management, Accountability, Financial Reporting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Leeds
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Engineering Management, Scope Management, Risk Management, Project Scoping, Stakeholder Analysis, Project Risk Management, Project Management, Business Risk Management, Governance
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months