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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


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    Dartmouth College

    Environmental Science

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Environment and Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Biology, Hydrology, Life Sciences, Climate Change Programs, Water Quality, Pollution Prevention, Physical Science, Systems Thinking, Energy and Utilities, Chemistry

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Institut Mines-Télécom

    Digital Business

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Strategies, Digital Analysis, Performance Measurement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Process Analysis, Digital Transformation, Performance Analysis, Business Analysis, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Analysis, Business Transformation, Digital Assets, Business Planning, Marketing Management, Business Valuation, Entrepreneurship, General Sales Practices, Emerging Technologies, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Business Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    The Blockchain

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, FinTech, Cryptography, Distributed Computing, Transaction Processing, Payment Systems, Cryptographic Protocols, Emerging Technologies, Digital Assets, Digital Transformation, Software Architecture, Data Integrity, Network Analysis

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    179 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Genome Sequencing (Bioinformatics II)

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Biotechnology, Precision Medicine, Biochemistry, Brute-force attacks, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Python Programming

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    325 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Critical Path Analysis Using Lucidchart

    Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Scheduling, Project Planning, Project Management Software, Dependency Analysis, Diagram Design

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Structure, Relationship Management, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Social Network Analysis, Proactivity, General Networking, Self-Awareness

    4.7
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    345 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Delivery Problem

    Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Applied Mathematics, Python Programming, Program Development, Mathematical Modeling

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of London

    International Business Environment

    Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Market Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Business Analysis, Product Strategy, Analysis, Business, Product Lifecycle Management, Market Share, Business Management, Corporate Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Organizational Strategy, Growth Strategies, Cultural Diversity, Culture

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    397 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Leadership and Disruption

    Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Lifelong Learning, Leadership, Digital Transformation, Team Leadership, Team Management, Business Transformation, Leadership Development, Business Leadership, Telecommuting, Constructive Feedback, Organizational Leadership, Drive Engagement, Innovation, Professional Development, Leadership and Management, Strategic Leadership, Storytelling, Adaptability, Team Motivation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Philosophy, Science and Religion: Religion and Science

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Science and Research, Anthropology, Biology, World History, Scientific Methods, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Deductive Reasoning, Physics

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Houston

    Value-Based Care: Introduction to Value-Based Care and the U.S. Healthcare System

    Skills you'll gain: Value-Based Care, Managed Care, Medicare, Care Management, Medicaid, Health Systems, Patient-centered Care, Health Care, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Policy, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Systems Of Measurement

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Искусственный Интеллект (ИИ) для всех

    Skills you'll gain: Market Opportunities, AI Product Strategy, Responsible AI, Technical Management, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Applied Machine Learning, AI literacy, Data Science, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning, Discussion Facilitation, Deep Learning, Recruitment, Sales

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Environmental Science: Dartmouth College
  • Digital Business: Institut Mines-Télécom
  • The Blockchain: University of California, Irvine
  • Genome Sequencing (Bioinformatics II): University of California San Diego
  • Critical Path Analysis Using Lucidchart: Coursera
  • Influence: University of Pennsylvania
  • Delivery Problem: University of California San Diego
  • International Business Environment: University of London
  • Leadership and Disruption: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Philosophy, Science and Religion: Religion and Science: The University of Edinburgh

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