• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Degrees
​
Log In
Join for Free
  • Browse
  • Critical Thinking

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

    Oracle Database Backup and Recovery Using RMAN

    Skills you'll gain: Oracle Cloud, Performance Tuning, Stored Procedure, Database Administration, Product Automation, Data Loss Prevention, Data Security, Command-Line Interface, Software Installation, Cloud Infrastructure

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • S

    Scrimba

    Data Structures and Algorithms: Binary Search

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Program Development, Theoretical Computer Science, Software Development, Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Javascript, Computer Science, Web Development

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Glasgow

    Leading Corporate-Wide Digital Transformations - SBL 3

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Innovation, Business Leadership, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Strategic Leadership, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Development, Leadership, Organizational Change, Leadership and Management, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Strategy, Corporate Strategy, Business, Business Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Management, Business Planning

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

  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Fundamentos del emprendimiento en la empresa familiar

    Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Ideation, Market Opportunities, Entrepreneurship, New Product Development, Business Modeling, Innovation, New Business Development, Strategic Thinking, Entrepreneurial Finance, Sales Presentation, Business Leadership, Presentations, Customer Analysis, Succession Planning, Trend Analysis, Leadership

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Procurement: From Specs to POs

    Skills you'll gain: Procurement, Order Processing, Order Entry, Operations, Supplier Relationship Management, Standard Operating Procedure, Material Requirements Planning, Contract Compliance, Business Communication, Cross-Functional Collaboration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Adobe

    Leading Creative Projects with AI

    Skills you'll gain: AI powered creativity, Adobe Firefly, Adobe Express, Responsible AI, Creativity, Generative AI, Creative Thinking, Adobe Creative Cloud, Innovation, AI Workflows, AI Integrations, Prompt Engineering, Communication, Content Creation, Storytelling, Visual Design, Collaboration, Problem Solving, Adaptability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Using Porter’s Five Forces Model for Competitive Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Market Analysis, Competitive Intelligence, Case Studies, Corporate Strategy, Customer Analysis, Market Dynamics, Market Opportunities, Strategic Planning, New Business Development, Supplier Management, Entrepreneurship, Leadership

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Сверточные нейронные сети

    Skills you'll gain: Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Transfer Learning, Network Architecture, Model Training, Classification Algorithms

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    AI for Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, AI Security, Network Security, Information Systems Security, Data Ethics, Deep Learning, Responsible AI, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Malware Protection, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Methods, Threat Detection, Anomaly Detection, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Classification Algorithms

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    The Business of Ideas: IP in the Real World

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Case Studies, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Legal Risk, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Asset Protection, Case Law, Legal Strategy, Creativity, Lawsuits, Legal Proceedings, Litigation and Civil Justice, Emerging Technologies, Contract Management, Appeals, Music

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • F

    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Fundamentos de IA Aplicados ao CRM

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Analytics, Customer Relationship Management, Machine Learning Methods, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Predictive Modeling, Data Literacy, Customer Data Management, Advanced Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, AI literacy, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks

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

  • P

    Pearson

    Linux Security Basics and Beyond: Unit 4

    Skills you'll gain: File Management, Linux Administration, File Systems, OS Process Management, Linux, Linux Servers, Data Security, Authorization (Computing), Linux Commands, Data Loss Prevention, Operating System Administration, Continuous Monitoring, Information Systems Security, System Monitoring, Data Storage Technologies, Network Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Data Storage, Encryption, Network Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

1…261262263…348

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

  • Oracle Database Backup and Recovery Using RMAN: Packt
  • Data Structures and Algorithms: Binary Search: Scrimba
  • Leading Corporate-Wide Digital Transformations - SBL 3: University of Glasgow
  • Fundamentos del emprendimiento en la empresa familiar: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Procurement: From Specs to POs: Coursera
  • Leading Creative Projects with AI: Adobe
  • Using Porter’s Five Forces Model for Competitive Analysis : Coursera
  • Сверточные нейронные сети: DeepLearning.AI
  • AI for Cybersecurity: 28DIGITAL
  • The Business of Ideas: IP in the Real World: University of Pennsylvania

Other topics to explore

Arts and Humanities
338 courses
Business
1095 courses
Computer Science
668 courses
Data Science
425 courses
Information Technology
145 courses
Health
471 courses
Math and Logic
70 courses
Personal Development
137 courses
Physical Science and Engineering
413 courses
Social Sciences
401 courses
Language Learning
150 courses

Coursera Footer

Skills

  • Accounting
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • Human Resources (HR)
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Project Management
  • Python
  • SQL

Professional Certificates

  • Google AI Certificate
  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
  • Google Data Analytics Certificate
  • Google IT Support Certificate
  • Google Project Management Certificate
  • Google UX Design Certificate
  • IBM AI Engineering Certificate
  • IBM AI Product Manager Certificate
  • IBM Data Science Certificate
  • Intuit Academy Bookkeeping Certificate

Courses & Specializations

  • AI Essentials Specialization
  • AI For Business Specialization
  • AI For Everyone Course
  • AI in Healthcare Specialization
  • Deep Learning Specialization
  • Excel Skills for Business Specialization
  • Financial Markets Course
  • Machine Learning Specialization
  • Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT Course
  • Python for Everybody Specialization

Career Resources

  • Career Aptitude Test
  • CAPM Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA A+ Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA Security+ Certification Requirements
  • Essential IT Certifications
  • High-Income Skills to Learn
  • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
  • PMP Certification Requirements
  • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
  • Share your Coursera learning story

Coursera

  • About
  • What We Offer
  • Leadership
  • Careers
  • Catalog
  • Coursera Plus
  • Professional Certificates
  • MasterTrack® Certificates
  • Degrees
  • For Enterprise
  • For Government
  • For Campus
  • Become a Partner
  • Social Impact
  • Free Courses
  • Udemy

Community

  • Learners
  • Partners
  • Beta Testers
  • Blog
  • The Coursera Podcast
  • Tech Blog

More

  • Press
  • Investors
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Help
  • Accessibility
  • Contact
  • Articles
  • Directory
  • Affiliates
  • Modern Slavery Statement
  • Do Not Sell/Share
Learn Anywhere
Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play
Logo of Certified B Corporation
© 2026 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Coursera Facebook
  • Coursera Linkedin
  • Coursera Twitter
  • Coursera YouTube
  • Coursera Instagram
  • Coursera TikTok