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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


  • P

    Packt

    General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

    Skills you'll gain: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Governance, Incident Response, Regulatory Compliance, Data Security, Accountability, Compliance Management, Data Processing, Data Sharing, Data Access, Legal Risk

    ★ 4.4 (19) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Adobe

    Ideate and Visualize Creative Ideas Using AI Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Visual Storytelling, Adobe Firefly, AI powered creativity, Prompt Engineering, Adobe Express, Ideation, Prompt Engineering Tools, Generative AI, Presentations, Writing, Creativity, Storytelling, Adobe Creative Cloud, Creative Design, Design Thinking, Collaboration, Visual Design, Image Quality

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

    Status: Free Trial
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  • C

    Coursera

    Align Design Teams with SCAMPER Brainstorming in Miro

    Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, UI/UX Strategy, Experience Design, Ideation, User Experience Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Design Thinking, Innovation, Design Strategies, Collaborative Software, User Interface (UI) Design, Product Improvement, Team Oriented, Product Development

    ★ 4.7 (19) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • S

    SkillUp

    Data Collection and Root Cause Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Root Cause Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Regression Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Data Collection, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Literacy, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Process Analysis, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Quantitative Research, Business Process Improvement, Data Analysis, Process Improvement, Statistical Inference, Operational Efficiency

    ★ 4.2 (19) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • A

    Arm

    Introduction to AI

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Model Training, Artificial Intelligence, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Supervised Learning, Data Ethics, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, AI literacy, Data Science

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

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Cybersecurity Risk Management Across Critical Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Risk, Risk Management, Cyber Governance, Cyber Attacks, Stakeholder Engagement, Risk Mitigation, Business Risk Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Management Framework, Stakeholder Communications, Operational Risk, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Security Management, Information Systems Security, Risk Analysis, Threat Management, Security Controls, Information Assurance

    ★ 4.4 (13) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • N

    Northeastern University

    Intro to Managing Ethics in the Workplace & Marketplace

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Health Care Administration, Patient Safety, Decision Making, Risk Management, Critical Thinking, Conflict Management, Organizational Strategy, Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • E

    ESSEC Business School

    Paths to a Sustainable Future

    Skills you'll gain: Cooperation, Teamwork, Collaboration, Sustainable Development, Decision Making, Sustainable Systems, Business Transformation, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Political Sciences, Social Impact, Socioeconomics, Action Oriented, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Visionary, Economic Development, Corporate Sustainability, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Empowerment

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

    Category: Free
    Free
  • W

    Wesleyan University

    Designing and Building Institutional Anti-Racist Spaces

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Training, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Programs, Workplace inclusivity, Systems Thinking, Cultural Responsiveness, Community Organizing, Litigation and Civil Justice, Cultural Diversity, Policy Analysis, Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Public Affairs

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Lean Six Sigma White Belt: Analyze & Improve

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Lean Methodologies, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Manufacturing, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Process Analysis, Quality Management, Operational Efficiency, Continuous Improvement Process, Business Process Improvement, Process Optimization, Root Cause Analysis, Waste Minimization, Pareto Chart

    ★ 4.6 (20) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Fine-tuning Language Models for Business Tasks

    Skills you'll gain: LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Fine-tuning, AI Personalization, Forecasting, Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language Processing, Business Analysis, Innovation

    ★ 2.6 (14) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    How Science Turns Data Into Knowledge

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Scientific Methods, Data Analysis, Statistical Reporting, Experimentation, Science and Research, Research Design, Analytical Skills, General Science and Research, Research, Peer Review, Probability & Statistics, Journalism, Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Media and Communications, Research Methodologies

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

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

  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR): Packt
  • Ideate and Visualize Creative Ideas Using AI Tools: Adobe
  • Align Design Teams with SCAMPER Brainstorming in Miro: Coursera
  • Data Collection and Root Cause Analysis: SkillUp
  • Introduction to AI: Arm
  • Cybersecurity Risk Management Across Critical Systems: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Intro to Managing Ethics in the Workplace & Marketplace: Northeastern University
  • Paths to a Sustainable Future: ESSEC Business School
  • Designing and Building Institutional Anti-Racist Spaces: Wesleyan University
  • Lean Six Sigma White Belt: Analyze & Improve: EDUCBA

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