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.

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Network Protocols, Wireless Networks, Computer Hardware, Network Architecture, System Software
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Big Data, Microsoft Excel, IBM Cognos Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Apache Hadoop, Analytical Skills, Excel Formulas, Looker (Software), Scatter Plots, Data Wrangling, Tree Maps, Spreadsheet Software, Dashboard, Data Cleansing
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Multiple educators
Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Web Scraping, Pseudocode, Jupyter, Algorithms, Data Literacy, Data Mining, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Correlation Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Import/Export, Programming Principles, Predictive Modeling, Computer Programming Tools, Data Science, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning, Project Management
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Spreadsheet Software, Dashboard, Stakeholder Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, Data Presentation, Business Analysis, Quantitative Research, Problem Solving, Smart Goals
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

IIT Bombay
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, User Research, Ideation, Prototyping, Human Centered Design, Product Design, Sustainable Business, Innovation, Brainstorming, Empathy, User Feedback, Product Development, Customer experience improvement, Case Studies, Product Testing, Collaboration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The University of Sydney
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, Innovation, Service Design, Prototyping, Ideation, Product Development, Design, Case Studies, User Feedback
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Supervised Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Linear Algebra, Calculus
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
The University of Hong Kong
Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Media and Communications, Research, Investigation, Electronic Media, Digital Communications, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Human Capital, Compensation Management, Resource Management, People Management, Employee Performance Management, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Labor Law, Employee Engagement
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Health Systems, Health Policy, Public Health, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Simulations, Systems Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Alfaisal University | KLD
Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Critical Thinking, Personal Development, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Creative Thinking, Open Mindset, Problem Solving, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Keras (Neural Network Library), Tensorflow, Applied Machine Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Feature Engineering, Algorithms
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks