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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


  • D

    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Uncommon Sense Teaching: Part 2, Building Community and Habits of Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Critical Thinking, Classroom Management, Stress Management, Teaching, Student Engagement, Cognitive flexibility, Differentiated Instruction, Instructional Strategies, Pedagogy, Human Learning, Special Education, Behavioral Management, Learning Strategies, Disabilities, Learning Theory, Habit Formation

    4.9 stars, 134 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (134) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • D

    Dartmouth College

    Strategic Leadership: Impact, Change, and Decision-Making

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Creativity, Talent Management, Communication, Innovation, Creative Thinking, Personal Development, Interpersonal Communications, Curiosity, People Development, Professional Networking, Collaboration, Leadership Development, Leadership and Management, Leadership Studies, Self-Awareness, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Critical Thinking

    4.8 stars, 701 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (701) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • U

    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

    4.7 stars, 376 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Hacer negocios en América Latina

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Innovation, Business Planning, Economic Development, Social Sciences, New Business Development, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Financial Market, Global Marketing, World History, Economics, Business Economics, Business Development, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Entrepreneurship, Corporate Sustainability, Socioeconomics, Strategic Partnership

    4.8 stars, 523 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (523) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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  • D

    Duke University

    Drones for Environmental Science

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Laws, Data Ethics, Environmental Science, Geospatial Information and Technology, Robotics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Global Positioning Systems, Research, Electronic Components, Critical Thinking

    4.9 stars, 91 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (91) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Strategic Leadership and Management Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Leadership, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Team Management, Leadership and Management, Team Building, Management Training And Development, Team Performance Management, Organizational Strategy, People Development, Strategic Planning, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Planning, Strategic Thinking, Initiative and Leadership, Business Strategy, Business Strategies, Leadership, Growth Strategies

    4.7 stars, 393 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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  • P

    Peking University

    计算导论与C语言基础

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Data Structures, Programming Principles, Computer Science, Computer Architecture, Computer Programming, Quantum computing, Computational Thinking, Computer Hardware, Data Storage

    4.8 stars, 1.7K reviews, Mixed, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.7K) · Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • É

    École Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées

    The hidden value – Lean in manufacturing and services

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Lean Methodologies, Culture Transformation, Business Transformation, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Improvement, Production Process, Service Improvement, Operational Efficiency, Technology Strategies, Waste Minimization, Business Technologies

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

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

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  • L

    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Strategic Organization Design

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Structure, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Development, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Change, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Thinking, Corporate Strategy, Process Design, Coordinating, Business Strategy, Business Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Planning, Governance, Coordination, Growth Strategies, Decision Making

    4.6 stars, 308 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (308) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • Y

    Yale University

    The Psychology of Negotiation: How to Find Elegant Trades

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Price Negotiation, Conflict Management, Sales, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Closing (Sales), Collaboration, Value Propositions, Team Collaboration, Strategic Thinking, Behavioral Economics, Psychology, Active Listening

    5 stars, 56 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (56) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Business Intelligence and Competitive Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Intelligence, Competitive Analysis, Data Storytelling, Business Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Analytics, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Management Consulting, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Consulting, Analysis, Market Analysis, Performance Analysis, Benchmarking, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Root Cause Analysis, Risk Analysis, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    4.4 stars, 256 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (256) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • T

    The University of Sydney

    Easing the burden of obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Chronic Diseases, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Systems, Systems Thinking, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Sustainable Systems, Preventative Care, Health Policy, Social Impact, Environmental Issue, Food and Beverage, Nutrition and Diet, Biology, Psychology

    4.6 stars, 175 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (175) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Uncommon Sense Teaching: Part 2, Building Community and Habits of Learning: Deep Teaching Solutions
  • Strategic Leadership: Impact, Change, and Decision-Making: Dartmouth College
  • Delivery Problem: University of California San Diego
  • Hacer negocios en América Latina: Universidad de los Andes
  • Drones for Environmental Science: Duke University
  • Strategic Leadership and Management Capstone: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • 计算导论与C语言基础: Peking University
  • The hidden value – Lean in manufacturing and services: École Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées
  • Strategic Organization Design: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
  • The Psychology of Negotiation: How to Find Elegant Trades: Yale University

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