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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 Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Strategic Innovation: Managing Innovation Initiatives

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Engineering Management, New Product Development, Strategic Leadership, Agile Methodology, Team Management, Leadership and Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Agile Product Development, Technology Strategies, Strategic Thinking, Team Leadership, Strategic Partnership, Corporate Strategy, Organizational Effectiveness, Entrepreneurship, Organizational Structure, Business Strategy, New Business Development, Cross-Functional Collaboration

    4.8 stars, 739 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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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, Policy Development, Primary Care, Health Care, Public Health, Health Administration, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Community Organizing, Health Disparities, Systems Thinking, Policy Analysis, Governance, Training Programs, Pharmaceuticals, Education and Training

    4.6 stars, 357 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (357) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Michigan

    AI for Lawyers and Other Advocates

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI literacy, Delegation Skills, Legal Technology, Critical Thinking, Time Management, AI Enablement, AI powered creativity, Artificial Intelligence, Legal Risk, Advocacy, AI Integrations, Leadership Development, Lifelong Learning, Professional Development, Constructive Feedback, Leadership, Creativity, Generative AI, Communication

    4.6 stars, 86 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (86) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    Universidade de São Paulo

    Mapas conceituais para aprender e colaborar

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Learning Strategies, Peer Review, Collaborative Software, Diagram Design, Collaboration, Information Architecture, Critical Thinking, Team Collaboration, Constructive Feedback, Organizational Skills

    4.9 stars, 412 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (412) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    Getting Started with U.S. Payroll Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Payroll, Payroll Administration, Payroll Processing, Payroll Reporting, Payroll Tax, Labor Compliance, Compensation Management, Labor Law, Benefits Administration, Compensation and Benefits, Payment Systems, Employee Onboarding, Benefits Enrollment Processes, Income Tax, Tax Compliance, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

    4.8 stars, 64 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Supply Chain Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain, Supply Chain Systems, Supply Chain Management, Benchmarking, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Supply Chain Planning, Customer experience improvement, Customer experience strategy (CX), Inventory and Warehousing, Analytics, Financial Analysis, Inventory Management System, Inventory Control, Financial Data, Data Analysis, Customer Service, Cost Estimation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Shipping and Receiving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    4.7 stars, 836 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    An Introduction to the U.S. Food System: Perspectives from Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Food and Beverage, Sustainable Systems, Public Health, Community Health, Social Justice, Sustainable Development, Community Development, Health Equity, Systems Thinking, Land Management, Environment, Environmental Issue, Environment and Resource Management, Health Policy, Public Policies, Health Promotion, Manufacturing and Production, Advocacy, Economics

    4.7 stars, 165 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (165) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • P

    Peking University

    离散数学概论 Discrete Mathematics Generality

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Graph Theory, Computational Logic, Logical Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Network Model, Deductive Reasoning, Geospatial Information and Technology, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Computer Science, Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms

    4.7 stars, 282 reviews, Beginner, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (282) · Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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  • S

    SkillsBooster Academy

    Introduction to AI for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Large Language Modeling, AI literacy, Generative AI, AI Personalization, AI powered creativity, Artificial Intelligence, Email Automation, LLM Application, Data Ethics, ChatGPT, AI Workflows, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Content Creation, Personal Development, Productivity, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Creative Thinking, Organizational Skills

    4.8 stars, 83 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Advanced Computer Vision with TensorFlow

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Tensorflow, Image Analysis, Transfer Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Fine-tuning, Applied Machine Learning, Model Training, Deep Learning, Model Optimization, Classification Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Visualization (Computer Graphics)

    4.7 stars, 534 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (534) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • T

    Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

    Environmental Management & Ethics

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Regulations, Environmental Laws, Environment, Environmental Policy, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Management Systems, Environmental Issue, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Environment and Resource Management, Systems Thinking, Cost Benefit Analysis, Case Studies, Economics

    4.7 stars, 431 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (431) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • M

    MathWorks

    Computer Vision for Engineering and Science

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Model Evaluation, Model Training, Deep Learning, Matlab, Machine Learning Methods, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, Machine Learning Algorithms, Transfer Learning, Anomaly Detection, Geospatial Information and Technology, Traffic Flow Optimization, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Algorithms

    4.6 stars, 99 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (99) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Strategic Innovation: Managing Innovation Initiatives: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Understanding and Strengthening Health Systems: Johns Hopkins University
  • AI for Lawyers and Other Advocates: University of Michigan
  • Mapas conceituais para aprender e colaborar: Universidade de São Paulo
  • Getting Started with U.S. Payroll Fundamentals: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • Supply Chain Analytics: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • An Introduction to the U.S. Food System: Perspectives from Public Health: Johns Hopkins University
  • 离散数学概论 Discrete Mathematics Generality: Peking University
  • Introduction to AI for Beginners: SkillsBooster Academy
  • Advanced Computer Vision with TensorFlow: DeepLearning.AI

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