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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


  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Sustainable Innovation for Subsistence Marketplaces

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Solution Design, Sustainable Development, Design Thinking, Business Planning, Sustainable Business, Innovation, Product Development, Entrepreneurship, Economic Development, Needs Assessment, Business Development, Consumer Behaviour, Market Analysis, Market Research, Cultural Sensitivity

    Build toward a degree

    4.1
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    125 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Real-Time Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Reliability, Software Systems, Performance Tuning, Embedded Software, Control Systems, Hardware Architecture, Systems Architecture, Software Design, Debugging, Software Architecture, Verification And Validation, Hardware Design, System Design and Implementation, Linux, System Programming, Code Review, Systems Engineering, Real Time Data

    Build toward a degree

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    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    120 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    U

    University of Cape Town

    Research for Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Social Impact, Influencing, Research, Sustainable Development, Policy Analysis, Change Management, Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Capacity Planning

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    197 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    I

    IESE Business School

    Parte 2: Design Thinking para la formulación de problemas

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, User Research, Qualitative Research, Human Centered Design, Customer experience improvement, Empathy, Problem Solving, Customer Insights, Persona Development, Interviewing Skills

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    U

    University of Cape Town

    Innovative Finance: Hacking finance to change the world

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Social Impact, Financial Inclusion, Risk Management, Business Modeling, Sustainable Development, Innovation, Performance Measurement, Resource Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Partnership, Entrepreneurial Finance, Finance, Due Diligence, Case Studies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    153 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    A

    Arizona State University

    Entender el diseño

    Skills you'll gain: Design Research, Design Thinking, Creative Thinking, Design, Design Strategies, Product Design, User Experience Design, Sustainable Design, Innovation, Graphic Design, Social Impact, Consumer Behaviour, Economics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    563 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    N

    Northwestern University

    Leadership Through Design Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, Ideation, Human Centered Design, Brainstorming, Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Storyboarding, Customer Engagement, Creative Thinking, Collaboration, Qualitative Research, Empathy

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    334 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Understanding and Strengthening Health Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Advocacy, Health Systems, Health Policy, Health Care Administration, Community Health, Primary Care, Health Care, Public Health, Systems Thinking, Governance, Training Programs, Case Studies, Education and Training

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    349 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    U

    University of Colorado System

    Homeland Security & Cybersecurity Connection - It's Not About the Terrorists

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure Security, Public Safety and National Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Policies, Security Strategy, Threat Modeling, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, World History, Risk Management Framework

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    383 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Comunicación, experimentación y aprendizaje en liderazgo

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Teamwork, Community Organizing, Team Management, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Empathy, Conflict Management, Social Media, Systems Thinking, Communication, Active Listening

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    566 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Arizona State University

    Innovar

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Design Thinking, Brainstorming, Creativity, Customer experience improvement, New Product Development, Product Development, Service Design, Strategic Planning, Brand Management, Sustainable Business, Process Improvement, Business Strategies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    820 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Legal Aspects of Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Commercial Laws, Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurial Finance, Vendor Contracts, Legal Risk, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Contract Negotiation, Contract Management, Contract Review, Business, Labor Law, Business Management, New Business Development, Business Strategy, Innovation, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Legal Strategy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    268 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Sustainable Innovation for Subsistence Marketplaces: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Real-Time Embedded Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Research for Impact: University of Cape Town
  • Parte 2: Design Thinking para la formulación de problemas: IESE Business School
  • Innovative Finance: Hacking finance to change the world : University of Cape Town
  • Entender el diseño: Arizona State University
  • Leadership Through Design Innovation: Northwestern University
  • Understanding and Strengthening Health Systems: Johns Hopkins University
  • Homeland Security & Cybersecurity Connection - It's Not About the Terrorists: University of Colorado System
  • Comunicación, experimentación y aprendizaje en liderazgo: Universidad de los Andes

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