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.

Council on Foreign Relations
Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Diplomacy, World History, Political Sciences, International Finance, Public Policies, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Public Health, Economic Development, Governance, Social Sciences, Immigration Law, Culture, Socioeconomics, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Economics, Negotiation, Decision Making, Strategic Thinking
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Penetration Testing, Azure Active Directory, Network Security, Computer Systems, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Testing, Encryption, Cybersecurity, System Testing, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Threat Management, Cloud Computing, Authentications, Active Directory, Operating Systems, Data Management, Computer Security Incident Management
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Clinical Data Management, Electronic Data Capture (EDC), Data Management, Data Collection, Case Report Forms, Data Sharing, Health Informatics, Data Strategy, Data Quality, Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Sampling (Statistics), Data Integrity, Data Validation, Regulatory Compliance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Willingness To Learn, Leadership Development, Innovation, Leadership, Creative Thinking, Organizational Leadership, Risk Management, Business Transformation, Adaptability, Strategic Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Growth Mindedness, Self-Awareness, Professional Development, Storytelling, Personal Development, Executive Presence, Change Management, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentations, Closing (Sales), Negotiation, Data Visualization, Sales Training, Contract Negotiation, Price Negotiation, B2B Sales, Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Storytelling, Behavioral Economics, Overcoming Objections, Value Propositions, Communication Strategies
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Fractal Analytics
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, A/B Testing, Design Thinking, Ideation, Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, UI/UX Research, Brainstorming, Data Ethics, Experience Design, Innovation, User Research, Data Storytelling, Data Analysis, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Prompt Engineering, Critical Thinking, Business Consulting, Problem Solving
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
Skills you'll gain: Cooperation, Instructional Design, Pedagogy, Digital pedagogy, Collaboration, Communication, Cognitive flexibility, Critical Thinking, Cultural Diversity
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Marketing Management, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Channel, Global Marketing, Digital Transformation, MarTech, Case Studies, Digital Marketing, Business Strategy, Customer experience improvement, Business Transformation, Innovation
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Creo Incubator
Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Active Listening, Creative Problem-Solving, Negotiation, Interpersonal Communications, Leadership, Communication Strategies, Stakeholder Management, Communication, Business Communication, Team Leadership, Cultural Sensitivity, Stakeholder Communications, Collaboration, Business Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Behavioral Economics, Empathy, Cross-Functional Team Leadership
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Adobe Firefly, Adobe Photoshop, Photo Editing, Storytelling, Adobe Creative Cloud, Generative AI Agents, Data Import/Export, Image Quality, Color Theory, Generative AI, Photography, Graphic and Visual Design, Editing, Creative Design, Design Elements And Principles, Design Software, Design, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Portfolio Management
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Logical Reasoning, Combinatorics, Computational Logic, Deductive Reasoning, Cryptography, Probability, Computational Thinking, Encryption, Probability Distribution, Network Analysis, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Theoretical Computer Science, Bayesian Statistics, Python Programming, Data Structures, Cybersecurity, Algorithms, Arithmetic, Visualization (Computer Graphics)
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Request for Proposal, Request For Quotation (RFQ), Strategic Sourcing, Document Management, Supplier Management, Purchasing, Procurement, Business Writing, Cost Benefit Analysis, Vendor Management, Business Communication, Market Research, Cost Management, Risk Analysis, Spreadsheet Software, Financial Analysis, Workflow Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Contract Compliance, Data Analysis
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months