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Thinking Courses

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.

Popular Thinking Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Virginia

    Design Thinking for the Greater Good: Innovation in the Social Sector

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Journey Mapping, Stakeholder Engagement, Innovation, Prototyping, Stakeholder Analysis, Brainstorming, Storytelling, Human Centered Design, Social Impact, Ideation, Creativity, Service Design, Design Research, Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Patient-centered Care, Data Visualization

    ★ 4.7 (423) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Critical Thinking for Better Decisions in the ChatGPT Era

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Cognitive flexibility, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Mental Concentration, Decision Intelligence, AI literacy, ChatGPT, Self-Awareness

    ★ 4.7 (120) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Politecnico di Milano

    Platform Thinking: what’s beyond Uber?

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Strategic Thinking, Systems Thinking, Digital Transformation, Case Studies, Business Modeling, Business Transformation, Shared Media, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Social Impact, Market Opportunities, Market Dynamics

    ★ 4.8 (75) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Future Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, User Feedback, Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Team Building, Creative Thinking, Collaboration, Research, Product Improvement, Ideation, Planning, AI Enablement, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Employee Engagement

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Mathematical Thinking in Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Computational Logic, Deductive Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Applied Mathematics, Arithmetic

    ★ 4.4 (2.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • R

    Rice University

    Algorithmic Thinking (Part 1)

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Data Analysis, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Network Analysis, Analysis, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Program Development

    ★ 4.6 (384) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Design Thinking for Human-Centered IoT Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: User Research, Usability Testing, Design Research, Prototyping, Design Thinking, Ideation, Usability, Internet Of Things, Solution Design, User Experience Design, User Centered Design, Human Centered Design, User Experience

    ★ 4.3 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Alfaisal University | KLD

    مهارات التفكير التأملي | Reflective Thinking Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Critical Thinking, Journals, Personal Development, Professional Development, Self-Awareness

    ★ 4.9 (1.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    SAS

    Statistical Thinking for Industrial Problem Solving, presented by JMP

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Compilation, Correlation Analysis, Data Collection, Statistical Inference, Statistics, Statistical Process Controls, Data Literacy, Statistical Software, Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Analytical Skills, SAS (Software), Data Visualization

    ★ 4.8 (101) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IESE Business School

    Parte 1: Design Thinking para la resolución de problemas

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Problem Solving, Creative Problem-Solving, Process Management, Human Centered Design, Ideation, Innovation, Creativity, Needs Assessment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • F

    Fractal Analytics

    Design Thinking for Data Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: A/B Testing, Design Thinking, User Centered Design, Design and Product, Experience Design, Data Storytelling, Dashboard, User Feedback, Solution Design, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Analysis, Customer Insights, Interviewing Skills, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Business Requirements, Problem Solving, Product Testing

    ★ 4.5 (12) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Problem Solving Skills and Critical Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Problem Solving, Strategic Decision-Making, Advanced Analytics, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Data Storytelling, Strategic Thinking, Systems Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Deductive Reasoning, Storytelling, Analytics, Analytical Skills, Statistical Analysis, Solution Design, Business Strategy, Analysis, Business Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Design Thinking for the Greater Good: Innovation in the Social Sector: University of Virginia
  • Critical Thinking for Better Decisions in the ChatGPT Era: Deep Teaching Solutions
  • Platform Thinking: what’s beyond Uber?: Politecnico di Milano
  • Future Thinking: Packt
  • Mathematical Thinking in Computer Science: University of California San Diego
  • Algorithmic Thinking (Part 1): Rice University
  • Design Thinking for Human-Centered IoT Solutions: LearnQuest
  • مهارات التفكير التأملي | Reflective Thinking Skills: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Statistical Thinking for Industrial Problem Solving, presented by JMP: SAS
  • Parte 1: Design Thinking para la resolución de problemas: IESE Business School

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