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  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    Become A Bestseller On Amazon As An Independent Author

    Skills you'll gain: Copywriting, Market Opportunities, Product Promotion, Promotional Strategies, Advertising, Search Engine Optimization, Online Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing, Digital Advertising, Podcasting, Content Creation, Keyword Research, Digital Publishing, Target Market, Brand Strategy, Branding

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Creative Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Resourcefulness, Creativity, Curiosity, Strategic Thinking, Independent Thinking, Innovation, Decision Making, Collaboration

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IE Business School

    Beyond the Obvious: How to Think in the Age of Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Deductive Reasoning, Independent Thinking, AI literacy, Logical Reasoning, Analytical Skills, Generative AI, Empathy, Trend Analysis, Cognitive flexibility, Research, Lifelong Learning, Bayesian Statistics, Data Analysis, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Institute for the Future

    Ready, Set, Future! Introduction to Futures Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Innovation, Proactivity, Strategic Thinking, Creative Thinking, Optimism, Action Oriented, Trend Analysis, Creativity, Adaptability, Empowerment, Leadership, Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.3K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • F

    Fractal Analytics

    Design Thinking for Data Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: A/B Testing, Design Thinking, User Centered Design, Design and Product, Experience Design, Data Storytelling, Dashboard, User Feedback, Solution Design, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Analysis, Customer Insights, Interviewing Skills, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Business Requirements, Problem Solving, Product Testing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Reasoning Across the Disciplines

    Skills you'll gain: Deductive Reasoning, Chemistry, Social Studies, Social Sciences, World History, Liberal Arts, Psychology, Case Studies

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    73 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Perspective-Taking

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Strategic Thinking, Negotiation, Communication Strategies, Recognizing Others, Active Listening, Strategic Communication, Game Theory, Empathy, Decision Making, Interactive Learning, Appeals

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    37 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Virginia

    Design Thinking para Inovação

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Ideation, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Innovation, Open Mindset, Case Studies, Storytelling, Data Visualization, Growth Mindedness

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    26 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    CentraleSupélec

    On Strategy : What Managers Can Learn from Philosophy - PART 1

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Strategic Thinking, Change Management, Creative Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Creative Problem-Solving, Organizational Change, Strategic Leadership, Strategic Planning, Decision Making, Business Management, Critical Thinking

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    474 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The University of Sydney

    Critical Thinking Skills for University Success

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Logical Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Writing, Social Studies, Research, Problem Solving, Higher Education

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Virginia

    Agile Meets Design Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Product Development, User Story, Design Thinking, Product Improvement, Agile Methodology, Agile Software Development, Product Development, Sprint Retrospectives, Usability Testing, Agile Project Management, User Centered Design, User Research, Persona Development, Innovation, Product Management, Discussion Facilitation, Storytelling, Software Development, Testability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    3.6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Developing a Systems Mindset

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Planning, Project Planning, Strategic Thinking, Business Leadership, Team Building, Community Outreach, Community Development, Problem Solving, Stakeholder Analysis, Cultural Responsiveness, Project Management, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategies, Relationship Building, Root Cause Analysis, Communication Strategies

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    181 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Become A Bestseller On Amazon As An Independent Author: Alex Genadinik
  • Creative Thinking: Arizona State University
  • Beyond the Obvious: How to Think in the Age of Generative AI: IE Business School
  • Ready, Set, Future! Introduction to Futures Thinking: Institute for the Future
  • Design Thinking for Data Professionals: Fractal Analytics
  • Reasoning Across the Disciplines: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  • Perspective-Taking: Arizona State University
  • Design Thinking para Inovação: University of Virginia
  • On Strategy : What Managers Can Learn from Philosophy - PART 1: CentraleSupélec
  • Critical Thinking Skills for University Success: The University of Sydney

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