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Thinking Courses

Thinking courses can help you learn critical analysis, problem-solving techniques, creative thinking strategies, and decision-making frameworks. You can build skills in evaluating arguments, identifying biases, and applying logical reasoning across various scenarios. Many courses introduce tools like mind mapping software, decision trees, and frameworks for structured thinking, which enhance your ability to organize thoughts and tackle complex challenges effectively.


Popular Thinking Courses and Certifications


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    IESE Business School

    Parte 2: Design Thinking para la formulación de problemas

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, User Research, Qualitative Research, Human Centered Design, User Experience, Customer experience improvement, Empathy, Problem Solving, Persona Development, Interviewing Skills

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    EIT Digital

    Innovation & Entrepreneurship - From Design Thinking to Funding

    Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Design Thinking, Innovation, Ideation, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategy, Customer Insights, Business Planning, Brainstorming, Creative Thinking, Market Opportunities, Entrepreneurial Finance, Product Management, Creativity, Product Strategy, Value Propositions, Competitive Analysis, Fundraising

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    Imperial College London

    Systematic Creative Thinking: Tools for Success

    Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Creative Thinking, Problem Solving, Creativity, Design Thinking, Systems Thinking, Innovation, Analysis

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Innovar tu enseƱanza con design thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Student-Centred Learning, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Creative Problem-Solving, Innovation, Human Centered Design, Problem Solving, Needs Assessment, Collaboration, Constructive Feedback, Empathy

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    IESE Business School

    Parte 1: Design Thinking para la resolución de problemas

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Problem Solving, Human Centered Design, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Verbal Communication Skills, Needs Assessment, Empathy, Customer Analysis

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    IESE Business School

    Parte 4: Design Thinking en la implementación y cultura

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Culture Transformation, Organizational Change, Innovation, Systems Thinking, Thought Leadership, Overcoming Obstacles, Organizational Leadership, Problem Solving

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    IESE Business School

    Parte 3: Design Thinking de la idea al prototipo

    Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Design Thinking, Brainstorming, Solution Design, Human Centered Design, Innovation, Creative Thinking, Strategic Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Meeting Facilitation, Collaboration

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    Rice University

    Algorithmic Thinking (Part 2)

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Bioinformatics, Data Structures, Big Data, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Unsupervised Learning, Analysis

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    University of Virginia

    Design Thinking para Inovação

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Open Mindset, Storytelling, Creativity, Curiosity, Data Visualization, Human Centered Design, Empathy

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    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Rethinking Logic: Surprising Science of Critical Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Curiosity, Deductive Reasoning, Independent Thinking, Open Mindset, Complex Problem Solving, Lifelong Learning, Growth Mindedness, Willingness To Learn, Systems Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Decision Making, Social Sciences, Behavioral Economics, Scientific Methods

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    University of Virginia

    Sustainability through Soccer: Systems-Thinking in Action

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Sustainable Systems, Sustainability Standards, Visionary, Creative Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Environmental Issue, Social Justice, Adaptability, Resilience

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Platform Thinking for the Metaverse

    Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Innovation, Technology Strategies, Virtual Environment, Business Transformation, Systems Thinking, Emerging Technologies, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategies, Technology Solutions, Digital Transformation

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    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Parte 2: Design Thinking para la formulación de problemas:Ā IESE Business School
  • Innovation & Entrepreneurship - From Design Thinking to Funding:Ā EIT Digital
  • Systematic Creative Thinking: Tools for Success:Ā Imperial College London
  • Innovar tu enseƱanza con design thinking:Ā Universidad Nacional Autónoma de MĆ©xico
  • Parte 1: Design Thinking para la resolución de problemas:Ā IESE Business School
  • Parte 4: Design Thinking en la implementación y cultura:Ā IESE Business School
  • Parte 3: Design Thinking de la idea al prototipo:Ā IESE Business School
  • Algorithmic Thinking (Part 2):Ā Rice University
  • Design Thinking para Inovação:Ā University of Virginia
  • Rethinking Logic: Surprising Science of Critical Thinking:Ā Deep Teaching Solutions

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