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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


  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to FPGA Design for Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Design, Electronic Hardware, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Embedded Systems, Electronics Engineering, Electronic Systems, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Embedded Software, Microarchitecture, Schematic Diagrams, Technical Design, Hardware Architecture, Engineering Design Process, System Design and Implementation, Design Software, Verification And Validation, System Configuration, Simulation and Simulation Software, Digital Design

    4.6 stars, 1.2K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (1.2K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • P

    Pearson

    Retirement and Estate Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Estate Planning, Wealth Management, Financial Planning, Asset Protection, Benefits Administration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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  • P

    Pearson

    International Law and Global Business

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Risk, Legal Strategy, Arbitration, Commercial Laws, International Relations, Strategic Decision-Making, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Governance, Diplomacy, Business Risk Management, Mediation, Risk Management, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Litigation and Civil Justice, Adjudication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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  • P

    Pearson

    Analyzing the Business Environment

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Analysis, Target Market, Target Audience, Strategic Marketing, Global Marketing, Marketing Planning, Customer Insights, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Strategies, Competitive Analysis, Marketing, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Marketing Management, Market Analysis, Market Research, Culture, Market Dynamics, Market Opportunities, Market Intelligence, Social Sciences

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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  • P

    Pearson

    Cell Structure and Function

    Skills you'll gain: Cell Biology, Physiology, Anatomy, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Respiration, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, Pharmacology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
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  • S

    Sage Publications

    Introduction to Global Sustainable Management

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Sustainable Business, Sustainable Development, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Systems, Sustainability Reporting, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Sustainability Standards, Leadership Studies, Organizational Strategy, Supply Chain Planning, Corporate Strategy, Strategic Planning, Operations Management, Culture Transformation, Global Marketing, Strategic Leadership, Supply Chain, Marketing, Social Determinants Of Health

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • A

    Arizona State University

    English Foundations: Everyday Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, English Language, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Literacy, Language Learning, Grammar, Intercultural Competence, Interpersonal Communications, Culture, Cultural Diversity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
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  • M

    Microsoft

    Process Modeling

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Visio, Process Flow Diagrams, Business Workflow Analysis, Process Mapping, Process Modeling, Workflow Management, Process Analysis, Business Process Modeling, Process Design, Diagram Design, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Business Process Management, Peer Review, Verification And Validation, Data Visualization, Process Improvement, Strategic Thinking, Operational Excellence, Compliance Auditing

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
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  • P

    Pearson

    The Labor Market & Inequality

    Skills you'll gain: Socioeconomics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economic Development, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Economics, Supply And Demand, Labor Relations, Market Dynamics, Compensation Management, Training Programs, Workforce Development, Financial Policy, Land Management, Natural Resource Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
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  • P

    Pearson

    Entrepreneurship and New Venture Creation

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Brainstorming, Ideation, Competitive Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Business Modeling, Growth Strategies, Sales Process, Business Ethics, Creative Thinking, Feasibility Studies, Commercialization, Target Market, Market Analysis, Value Propositions, Market Opportunities, Business Planning, Innovation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Presentations

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
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  • S

    SkillsBooster Academy

    AI-Powered Personal Productivity System

    Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Anthropic Claude, ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Productivity, Calendar Management, Microsoft Copilot, Organizational Skills, Prompt Engineering, Google Workspace, Personal Development, Planning, Interviewing Skills, Google Sheets, Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentations, Data Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Goal Setting, Writing and Editing

    5 stars, 6 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 5 (6) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
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  • P

    Packt

    Healthcare Product Management Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Product Design, Product Development, Product Management, Product Strategy, Product Planning, Health Systems, Stakeholder Analysis, New Product Development, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Clinical Practices, Process Validation, Verification And Validation, Artificial Intelligence, React.js, TypeScript, Javascript, React Redux, React Native, GraphQL

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to FPGA Design for Embedded Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Retirement and Estate Planning: Pearson
  • International Law and Global Business: Pearson
  • Analyzing the Business Environment: Pearson
  • Cell Structure and Function: Pearson
  • Introduction to Global Sustainable Management: Sage Publications
  • English Foundations: Everyday Communication: Arizona State University
  • Process Modeling: Microsoft
  • The Labor Market & Inequality: Pearson
  • Entrepreneurship and New Venture Creation: Pearson

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