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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


  • A

    American Psychological Association

    Student Success

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Writing, Writing and Editing, Editing, Mental Health, Learning Strategies, Learning Theory, Human Learning, Mental Concentration, Physiology, Habit Formation, Productivity, Psychology, Motion Arguments, Oral Expression, Time Management, Critical Thinking, Scientific Methods, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders

    4.8 stars, 41 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • F

    Fractal Analytics

    Generative AI Essentials: A Comprehensive Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI literacy, AI powered creativity, Critical Thinking

    4.6 stars, 215 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • R

    Rice University

    Self Awareness and the Effective Leader

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Problem-Solving, Prioritization, Stress Management, Time Management, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Engineering Management, Self-Awareness, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Personal Attributes, Leadership, Problem Solving, Personal Development, Initiative and Leadership, Goal Setting, Relationship Building, Resilience

    4.7 stars, 690 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IE Business School

    Foundations of Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Business Strategy, Economics, Market Dynamics, Business Economics, Strategic Thinking, Market Analysis, Strategic Planning, Corporate Strategy, Business Strategies, Resource Management, Business Process

    4.8 stars, 208 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Agile Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Agile Project Management, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Planning, Agile Methodology, Engineering Management, Agile Product Development, Sprint Retrospectives, Software Development Methodologies, Backlogs, Product Requirements, Organizational Strategy, Project Management, Strategic Thinking, Team Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Structure

    4.8 stars, 496 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    University of Copenhagen

    Business Models for Innovative Care for Older People

    Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Competitive Analysis, Design Thinking, Demography, Innovation, Rehabilitation, Intellectual Property, Health Technology, Chronic Diseases, Health Systems, Geriatrics, Health Care, Business Architecture, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Value-Based Care, Value Propositions, Preventative Care, Health Policy, Business Strategies, Project Management

    4.5 stars, 232 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Doing Business in China

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Peer Review, Market Opportunities, Business Planning, Innovation, Ideation, Consumer Behaviour, Initiative and Leadership, Marketing Psychology, Brand Management, Diversity Marketing, Strategic Thinking, Marketing Planning, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Business Strategy, Proposal Development, Business Strategies, Strategic Partnership, Competitive Intelligence

    4.8 stars, 683 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • 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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Teaching Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Peer Review, Editing, Student-Centred Learning, Teaching, Writing, Writing and Editing, Instructional Strategies, Course Development, Literacy, Student Engagement, Storytelling, Empowerment, Mentorship, Case Studies, Content Creation, Persuasive Communication, Creativity, Qualitative Research, Critical Thinking

    4.6 stars, 61 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (61) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Applications of Copilot in the Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft 365, Personalized Campaigns, Sales Enablement, Marketing Automation, Customer experience improvement, Generative AI, Business Process Automation, Campaign Management, AI Security, Sales Process, Customer Service, Business Metrics, AI Personalization, Customer Support, AI Integrations, AI Enablement, Return On Investment, Automation, Critical Thinking

    4.5 stars, 54 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (54) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    Northeastern University

    Healthcare Analytics Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Analytics, Statistical Methods, Patient Safety, Health Systems, Health Care, Patient-centered Care, Statistical Analysis, Patient Evaluation, Performance Measurement, Performance Metric, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Peer Review, Data Collection, Strategic Thinking, Data Management, Systems Thinking

    4.6 stars, 40 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • 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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular thinking courses

  • Student Success: American Psychological Association
  • Generative AI Essentials: A Comprehensive Introduction: Fractal Analytics
  • Self Awareness and the Effective Leader: Rice University
  • Foundations of Strategy: IE Business School
  • Agile Project Management: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Business Models for Innovative Care for Older People: University of Copenhagen
  • Doing Business in China: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • An Introduction to the U.S. Food System: Perspectives from Public Health: Johns Hopkins University
  • Teaching Writing: Johns Hopkins University
  • Applications of Copilot in the Workplace: Microsoft

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