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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


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    University of California San Diego

    Hacking COVID-19 — Course 3: Unraveling COVID-19's Origins

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Computational Thinking, Life Sciences, Microbiology, Science and Research

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Setup Python

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Program Development, Virtual Environment, Development Environment, Software Configuration Management, Software Installation, Configuration Management, Python Programming

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Business Leadership Essentials: HR, Org Design & Negotiation

    Skills you'll gain: Human Resources Management and Planning, Employee Engagement, Organizational Change, Organizational Structure, Negotiation, Business Workflow Analysis, Human Resource Management, Organizational Development, Conflict Management, Talent Management, Change Management, Performance Management, Strategic Leadership, Team Management, Stakeholder Management, Process Improvement, Business Strategies, Business Strategy, Problem Solving, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    A Detailed Guide to the OWASP Top 10

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), API Design, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Security, Secure Coding, Security Controls, Vulnerability Assessments, Authorization (Computing), Hardening, Cryptographic Protocols, Cryptography, Authentications, Exploitation techniques

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IESE Business School

    Mujer y Liderazgo

    Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Management Training And Development, Prioritization, Meeting Facilitation, Leadership, Adaptability, Negotiation, Cooperation, Professional Development, Mediation, Collaboration, Team Management, Influencing, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Talent Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Strategic Thinking, Diversity Awareness, Scheduling

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS): Unit 2

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Administration, Operating System Administration, File Systems, User Accounts, Linux Commands, User Provisioning, Data Storage, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Systems Administration, File Management, Performance Tuning, Data Storage Technologies, Operating Systems, Identity and Access Management, System Configuration, Security Controls

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    The Pearson Complete Course for CISM Certification: Unit 2

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Risk Management, Continuous Monitoring, Risk Mitigation, Vulnerability Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    هيكلة مشاريع التعلم الآلي

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Management, Decision Intelligence, AI Product Strategy, Transfer Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Machine Learning, Debugging, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Test Data

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Apply Generative AI for Effective Recruiting & Hiring

    Skills you'll gain: Talent Recruitment, People Analytics, AI Enablement, HR Tech, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Scalability

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Leading the Way: Becoming a Sustainability Change Agent

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Systems Thinking, Social Impact, Professional Development, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Change Management, Professional Networking, Self-Awareness

    Build toward a degree

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Systems Security Certified Practitioner

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Cybersecurity, Incident Management, Network Security, Incident Response, Cloud Security, Cyber Attacks, Authentications, Business Continuity Planning, Information Systems Security, Application Security, Security Management, Threat Modeling, OSI Models, Threat Management, Disaster Recovery, Cryptography, Vulnerability Assessments

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Foundations of Azure Infrastructure Design

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Authorization (Computing), Azure Active Directory, Cloud Infrastructure, Authentications, Cloud Security, IT Security Architecture, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Infrastructure Security, Identity and Access Management, System Monitoring, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Management, Active Directory, Data Governance, Enterprise Application Management, Personally Identifiable Information, Security Management, Information Management, Solution Design

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Hacking COVID-19 — Course 3: Unraveling COVID-19's Origins: University of California San Diego
  • Setup Python: Duke University
  • Business Leadership Essentials: HR, Org Design & Negotiation: Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • A Detailed Guide to the OWASP Top 10: Packt
  • Mujer y Liderazgo: IESE Business School
  • Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS): Unit 2: Pearson
  • The Pearson Complete Course for CISM Certification: Unit 2: Pearson
  • هيكلة مشاريع التعلم الآلي: DeepLearning.AI
  • Apply Generative AI for Effective Recruiting & Hiring: EDUCBA
  • Leading the Way: Becoming a Sustainability Change Agent: University of Colorado Boulder

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