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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


  • M

    Michigan State University

    How to Start Your Own Business

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Intellectual Property, Value Propositions, Financial Statement Analysis, Business Planning, Design Thinking, Ideation, Innovation, Income Statement, Entrepreneurship, Self-Starter, Customer Acquisition Management, Business Modeling, Product Development, Balance Sheet, Market Opportunities, New Product Development, Verification And Validation, Creative Thinking, Leadership

    4.5 stars, 1.3K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (1.3K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • C

    Chegg Skills

    AI-Enabled Web Design

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Graphic and Visual Design, Visual Design, Web Design, User Centered Design, User Experience Design, Layout Design, Human Centered Design, Data Ethics, Prototyping, Usability, AI Workflows, Design Thinking, Digital Design, Artificial Intelligence, User Experience, Wireframing, Generative AI, Content Creation, Creative Problem-Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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  • C

    Chegg Skills

    Sales and Business Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Sales, Selling Techniques, General Sales Practices, Sales Process, B2B Sales, Sales Strategy, Specialized Sales, Consumer Behaviour, Business-To-Consumer, Business Development, Decision Making, Customer Engagement, Customer Relationship Management, Business Communication, Customer experience improvement, Problem Solving, Strategic Thinking, Relationship Building, Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Gestión de organizaciones efectivas

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Organizational Development, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Structure, Change Management, Business Transformation, Political Sciences, Innovation, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Knowledge Transfer, Competitive Analysis, Decision Making, Persona (User Experience)

    4.8 stars, 2.5K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2.5K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • C

    Chegg Skills

    Applied AI in Web Design

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Engineering Tools, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI, Visual Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Web Design, User Centered Design, Layout Design, Human Centered Design, Data Ethics, ChatGPT, Responsive Web Design, Generative AI, User Interface (UI) Design, Artificial Intelligence, User Experience Design, Design Thinking, Prototyping, User Research

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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  • T

    The University of Sydney

    Design-Led Strategy: Design thinking for business strategy and entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Design Strategies, Strategic Thinking, Innovation, New Product Development, Business Modeling, Product Design, Service Design, Product Development, Business Strategy, Strategic Communication, Market Research, Corporate Strategy, Case Studies, User Research, User Feedback, Product Testing, Customer Insights

    4.6 stars, 1.3K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (1.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    UBITS

    Power Skills para líderes

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • T

    The Expert Academy

    Women In Leadership: Strategy, Influence And Advocacy

    Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Leadership, Professional Networking, Influencing, Executive Presence, Advocacy, Public Speaking, Strategic Leadership, Relationship Management, Leadership Development, Interpersonal Communications, Leadership and Management, Team Leadership, Communication Strategies, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Resilience, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategies, Active Listening, Diversity and Inclusion

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
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  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Information Systems and Business Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Information Systems, Technology Strategies, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Business Analysis, IT Management, Process Improvement, Business Technologies, Business Process Reengineering, IT Infrastructure, Organizational Strategy, Business Ethics, Business Solutions, Operating Systems, Process Management, Digital Transformation, Information Privacy, Systems Thinking, Operations Management, Operational Efficiency

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
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  • T

    The University of Sydney

    Problem-Solving Skills for University Success

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creative Thinking, Analytical Skills, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Research, Communication

    4.9 stars, 1.7K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (1.7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • S

    Sage Publications

    Foundations of Educational Leadership: Ethics and Excellence

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Education and Training, Initiative and Leadership, Cognitive flexibility, Leadership and Management, Instructional Strategies, Dealing With Ambiguity, Systems Thinking, Professional Development, Complex Problem Solving, Educational Materials, Performance Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
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  • C

    Chegg Skills

    Applied AI for UX and Web Design

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, UI/UX Research, User Research, Design Research, Responsible AI, User Experience Design, User Experience, Visual Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Web Design, User Centered Design, Layout Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Data Ethics, ChatGPT, User Interface (UI) Design, Design Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Prototyping

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • How to Start Your Own Business: Michigan State University
  • AI-Enabled Web Design: Chegg Skills
  • Sales and Business Foundations: Chegg Skills
  • Gestión de organizaciones efectivas: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Applied AI in Web Design: Chegg Skills
  • Design-Led Strategy: Design thinking for business strategy and entrepreneurship: The University of Sydney
  • Power Skills para líderes: UBITS
  • Women In Leadership: Strategy, Influence And Advocacy: The Expert Academy
  • Information Systems and Business Strategy: John Wiley & Sons
  • Problem-Solving Skills for University Success: The University of Sydney

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