Thinking courses can help you learn critical analysis, problem-solving techniques, creative thinking strategies, and decision-making frameworks. You can build skills in evaluating arguments, identifying biases, and applying logical reasoning across various scenarios. Many courses introduce tools like mind mapping software, decision trees, and frameworks for structured thinking, which enhance your ability to organize thoughts and tackle complex challenges effectively.

Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Statistics, Statistical Methods, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Regression Analysis, Statistical Inference, Probability, Exploratory Data Analysis, Quantitative Research, Probability Distribution
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Python Programming, Algorithms, Data Manipulation, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Data Processing, Data Dictionary, Computer Programming
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Usability, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Interactive Design, Application Design, Python Programming, Application Development
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Responsible AI, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, UI/UX Research, Design Thinking, Experience Design, Persona (User Experience), Artificial Intelligence, Design Research, User Interface (UI), User Interface (UI) Design, User Centered Design, Design Reviews, Wireframing, Prompt Patterns, User Story, Prototyping, Presentations, Professional Development, Storyboarding
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Systems Thinking, Health Systems, Safety Standards, Health Care, Health Care Administration, Problem Solving, Quality Improvement, Reliability, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Proactivity, Risk Analysis, Resilience
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, New Business Development, Market Opportunities, Design Thinking, Lean Methodologies, Innovation, Business Planning, Creativity, Financial Management, Business Management, Fundraising
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

American Museum of Natural History
Skills you'll gain: Environment, Systems Thinking, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Resource Management, Biology, Sustainable Development, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Case Studies, Mathematical Modeling
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: DevOps, CI/CD, Process Mapping, Culture Transformation, Continuous Improvement Process, Lean Methodologies, Risk Management, Process Improvement, Organizational Structure, Kanban Principles, Operational Efficiency, User Feedback, Systems Thinking
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Interaction Design, Usability, Human Centered Design, Mockups, Storyboarding, User Experience Design, Design Thinking, Prototyping, User Interface (UI) Design, User Research, Interviewing Skills
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Coaching, Leadership and Management, Team Management, Adaptability, Professional Development, People Development, Leadership, Mentorship, Emotional Intelligence, Decision Making, Communication, Active Listening, Critical Thinking
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Lund University
Skills you'll gain: Organizational Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, Strategic Thinking, Business Transformation, Business Risk Management, Business Intelligence, Business Ethics, Automation, Thought Leadership, Interviewing Skills, Human Machine Interfaces
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Apache Hadoop, Scalability, Data Processing, Data Science, Distributed Computing, Unstructured Data, Data Infrastructure, Data Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months