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 California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Markov Model, Molecular Biology, Machine Learning Methods, Computational Thinking, Data Mapping, Theoretical Computer Science, Infectious Diseases, Algorithms, Computer Programming Tools, Data Structures
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of London
Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Application Security, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Encryption, Vulnerability Assessments, Information Systems Security, Cyber Attacks, Key Management, Infrastructure Security, Public Key Infrastructure, Authentications, Mobile Security, Data Integrity, Algorithms
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Native Computing, NoSQL, MongoDB, Agile Methodology, Cloud Development, Scrum (Software Development), Cloud Applications, Software Development, DevOps, Test Driven Development (TDD), Software Development Methodologies, CI/CD, Behavior-Driven Development, Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery, Cloud Deployment, Database Systems, Containerization, User Story
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Social Network Analysis, Graph Theory, Network Analysis, Network Model, Social Sciences, Web Analytics and SEO, Computational Thinking, Information Technology, Economics, Market Dynamics, Sociology, Probability
Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Product Development, Design Thinking, New Product Development, Health Systems, Commercialization, Ideation, Health Technology, Social Studies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Case Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Root Cause Analysis, Operational Efficiency, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Continuous Improvement Process, Product Quality (QA/QC), Process Improvement, Operational Excellence, Proactivity, Complex Problem Solving
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Statistical Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Exploratory Data Analysis, Matplotlib, Customer Analysis, Analytical Skills, Trend Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Python Programming, Jupyter
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute
Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Data Preprocessing, Model Evaluation, Data Quality, Supervised Learning, Data Validation, Data Cleansing, Data Ethics, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Linear Algebra, Statistical Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Model Evaluation, Deep Learning, Matlab, Machine Learning Methods, Convolutional Neural Networks, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, Machine Learning Algorithms, Transfer Learning, Geospatial Information and Technology, Traffic Flow Optimization, Medical Imaging, Data Validation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Algorithms
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Transfer Learning, Tensorflow, Natural Language Processing, Keras (Neural Network Library), Embeddings, Deep Learning, Classification Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning, Software Visualization
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Corporate Finance Institute
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Compliance Management, Business Risk Management, Business Intelligence, Stakeholder Analysis, Environmental Issue, Corporate Strategy, Governance, Performance Analysis, Case Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, Layout Design, Typography, Adobe Photoshop, Photo Editing, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Design, Graphic Design, Image Quality
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks