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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


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    Illinois Tech

    Artificial Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), OpenAI, Business Management, Supervised Learning, Market Intelligence, Human Machine Interfaces, Emerging Technologies, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing, Market Data

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    Arizona State University

    What is Technology Entrepreneurship and Innovation?

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Commercialization, Design Thinking, Innovation, Presentations, Market Opportunities, Ideation, Product Development, Solution Design, Customer Insights

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    Northeastern University

    Innovation for Impact (i4i) The Carlson-Polizzotto Method of Value Creation

    Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Business Strategy, Innovation, Strategic Marketing, Customer Insights, New Product Development, Entrepreneurship, Continuous Improvement Process, Competitive Analysis, Case Studies, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

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    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Research kitchen

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Organizational Structure, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategies, Research, Strategic Thinking, Business Research, Case Studies, Presentations

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    Strategic Supply Chain Management in Turbulent Times

    Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Inventory Management System, Supply Chain Planning, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Supplier Management, Logistics, Business Metrics, Cost Reduction, Performance Measurement, Business Technologies, Forecasting, Demand Planning, Risk Mitigation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Advancing Women in Tech

    The Art & Science of Product Management

    Skills you'll gain: Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Technical Product Management, Engineering Management, Product Management, Team Leadership, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), User Experience Design, Design, Software Design, Artificial Intelligence, Interviewing Skills, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Technical Communication

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universitat Politècnica de València

    Aprende a potenciar tu productividad con IA y ChatGPT

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini, Productivity Software, Education Software and Technology, Anthropic Claude, Automation, LLM Application, OpenAI, Excel Macros, Critical Thinking, Productivity, Generative AI, Educational Materials, Artificial Intelligence, Excel Formulas

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Réseaux neuronaux et Deep Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Supervised Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Convolutional Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Machine Learning, Performance Tuning, Python Programming, NumPy, Linear Algebra, Algorithms

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

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    28DIGITAL

    Geometric Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Geometry, Algorithms, Computer Graphics, Data Structures, Graph Theory, Spatial Data Analysis, Computational Thinking, Geographic Information Systems, Theoretical Computer Science, Spatial Analysis

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Problem-Solving

    Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Root Cause Analysis, Analytical Skills, Decision Making, Data Collection, Stakeholder Analysis

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Ciência de Dados para Finanças

    Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Data Mining, Data-Driven Decision-Making, FinTech, Ggplot2, Data Visualization Software, Plot (Graphics), Deep Learning, Data Modeling, R Programming, Market Data, Predictive Analytics, Analytics, Data Science, Data Analysis, Business Analytics, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Machine Learning, Financial Market

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Communication skills for engineering scholars

    Skills you'll gain: Grant Writing, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Critical Thinking, Communication, Writing, Persuasive Communication, Concision

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    31 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Artificial Intelligence: Illinois Tech
  • What is Technology Entrepreneurship and Innovation?: Arizona State University
  • Innovation for Impact (i4i) The Carlson-Polizzotto Method of Value Creation: Northeastern University
  • Research kitchen: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
  • Strategic Supply Chain Management in Turbulent Times: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
  • The Art & Science of Product Management: Advancing Women in Tech
  • Aprende a potenciar tu productividad con IA y ChatGPT: Universitat Politècnica de València
  • Réseaux neuronaux et Deep Learning: DeepLearning.AI
  • Geometric Algorithms: 28DIGITAL
  • Problem-Solving: Arizona State University

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