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.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Business Modeling, Technology Strategies, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Transformation, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Product Management, Organizational Change, Market Dynamics, Emerging Technologies, Competitive Analysis, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Network Analysis, Case Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Graph Theory, Data Structures, Algorithms, Logical Reasoning, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Network Model, Deductive Reasoning, Computational Logic, Network Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Analytical Skills, Arithmetic, Applied Machine Learning, Probability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Adaptability, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Portfolio Management, Agile Project Management, Project Performance, Team Performance Management, Team Management, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement, Project Planning, Risk Management, Change Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Human Resources, Technical Communication, Human Resource Strategy, Employee Surveys, Prompt Engineering, People Development, Generative AI, Persona Development, Interviewing Skills, Performance Review, Document Management, Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Nutritional Assessment, Nutrition and Diet, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Assessment, Environment, Sustainability Standards, Spreadsheet Software, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Science, Risk Analysis, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Writing, Verbal Communication Skills, Cultural Diversity, Empathy, Professional Development, Active Listening, Business Communication, Constructive Feedback, Diversity and Inclusion, Communication, Relationship Building, Public Speaking, Proactivity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Hardening, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Incident Response, Network Architecture, Network Security, Computer Security Incident Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Incident Management, Network Protocols, Threat Detection, Event Monitoring, Threat Management, Network Infrastructure, Cyber Attacks, System Monitoring, Communication Systems, Operating Systems, Linux, Bash (Scripting Language), Databases
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Quality Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement Process, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Process Analysis, Business Analysis, Benchmarking, Root Cause Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Project Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Pseudocode, Computational Thinking, Debugging, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Front-End Web Development, Javascript, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Web Development
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Generative AI, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Environmental Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Regulatory Requirements, Sustainability Reporting, Business Ethics, Prompt Engineering, AI Enablement, Environmental Issue, Sustainability Standards
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Electronic Hardware, Schematic Diagrams, Computer-Aided Design, Mechanical Design, Wiring Diagram, Electrical Engineering, 3D Modeling, Electronics, Electronic Components, Simulations, Design Specifications, Open Source Technology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Planning, Performance Measurement, Transportation Management, Operational Efficiency, Operations Management, Business Operations, Corporate Sustainability, Customer Relationship Management, Procurement, Warehouse Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months