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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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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Neuroscience of Leadership: Leading with Your Brain

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Team Motivation, Diversity and Inclusion, Innovation, Team Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Personal Development, Leadership, Resilience, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Business Leadership, Leadership and Management, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Coaching, Change Management, Psychology, Storytelling

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    The Politics of Skepticism

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, European History, Ancient History, Policy Analysis, Social Studies, Research, Creativity, Investigation, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Google

    Project Execution: Running the Project

    Skills you'll gain: Quality Management, Project Closure, Project Management, Quality Assurance, Team Leadership, Project Controls, Project Implementation, Leadership and Management, Project Risk Management, Data Storytelling, Project Documentation, Continuous Improvement Process, Stakeholder Communications, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Process Improvement, Risk Management, Meeting Facilitation, Strategic Thinking

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    ChatGPT: Excel at Personal Automation with GPTs, AI & Zapier

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Agentic systems, Agentic Workflows, LLM Application, Productivity, Email Automation, AI Personalization, Make.com, AI Enablement, AI Workflows, OpenAI, Expense Management, Expense Reports, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Automation

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Introduction to Cybersecurity Tools & Cyberattacks

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Malware Protection, Cybersecurity, Incident Response, Cyber Attacks, Authentications, Security Controls, Threat Detection, Security Awareness, Threat Management, Penetration Testing, Firewall, Encryption

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Operating Systems and You: Becoming a Power User

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Operating System Administration, Remote Access Systems, Desktop Support, Microsoft Windows, File Systems, Linux, Operating Systems, System Monitoring, User Accounts, Linux Administration, Systems Administration, System Support, Software Installation, OS Process Management, Windows PowerShell, Command-Line Interface, System Configuration, Linux Commands, Unix Commands

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Alberta

    Indigenous Canada

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Storytelling, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Intercultural Competence, Socioeconomics, World History, Sociology, Social Sciences, Land Management, Governance

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    IE Business School

    Making Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creativity, Architectural Design, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Design Thinking, Storytelling, Teamwork, Curiosity, Design, Collaboration, Design Strategies, Creative Design, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Empathy, Cultural Responsiveness

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Generative AI for IT Systems Analysts and Architects

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Systems Analysis, AI Workflows, Business Analysis, Systems Architecture, Solution Architecture, Business Process Automation, Stakeholder Analysis, Software Architecture, Consulting, Systems Thinking, Responsible AI, Machine Learning, Business Communication, Context Management, Project Documentation, Stakeholder Communications, Technical Consulting

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Business Analysts

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Business Analysis, ChatGPT, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, AI Security, Business Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Business Process Automation, Stakeholder Communications, Business Requirements, AI Workflows, Requirements Elicitation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Business Strategy, Machine Learning, Context Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Psychological First Aid

    Skills you'll gain: Triage, Crisis Intervention, Active Listening, Emergency Response, Trauma Care, Psychological Evaluations, Interpersonal Communications, Personal Care, Mental Health, Stress Management, Patient Referral

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Improving Deep Neural Networks: Hyperparameter Tuning, Regularization and Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Performance Tuning, Model Evaluation, Algorithms, Debugging

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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

  • Neuroscience of Leadership: Leading with Your Brain: University of Colorado Boulder
  • The Politics of Skepticism: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Project Execution: Running the Project: Google
  • ChatGPT: Excel at Personal Automation with GPTs, AI & Zapier: Vanderbilt University
  • Introduction to Cybersecurity Tools & Cyberattacks: IBM
  • Operating Systems and You: Becoming a Power User: Google
  • Indigenous Canada: University of Alberta
  • Making Architecture: IE Business School
  • Generative AI for IT Systems Analysts and Architects: IBM
  • Generative AI for Business Analysts: IBM

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