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.

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Patient Education and Support, Radiation Therapy, Diagnostic Tests, Oncology, Pain Management, Preventative Care, Patient Evaluation, Endocrinology, Pathology, Urology, Patient Treatment, Treatment Planning, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Biology, Surgery, Anatomy, Risk Analysis, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Imaging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Conflict Management, Drive Engagement, Concision, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Interpersonal Communications, Professional Development, Empathy, Relationship Building, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Team Management, Strategic Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Employee Relations, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Employee Engagement
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Parsons School of Design, The New School
Skills you'll gain: Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Sustainable Systems, Social Studies, Economics, Market Dynamics, Social Justice, Economic Development, Labor Relations, Sustainable Development, Social Sciences, International Relations, Business Economics, World History, Financial Systems, Behavioral Economics, Financial Policy, Leadership, Critical Thinking, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Emerging Technologies, Forecasting, Critical Thinking, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Strategic Thinking, Technology Strategies, Strategic Leadership, Business Transformation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Innovation, Storytelling, Thought Leadership, Augmented Reality, AI literacy, Scenario Testing, Decision Making, Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Reality, Probability & Statistics
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Human Resources Management and Planning, Employee Performance Management, Management Training And Development, Team Performance Management, Performance Management, Human Resource Strategy, Staff Management, Human Resources, Growth Strategies, Talent Management, Delegation Skills, People Management, Culture Transformation, Subcontracting, Employee Coaching, Business Strategy, Organizational Development, Recruitment, Leadership, Communication
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Edge Impulse
Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Embedded Software, Model Training, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning Methods, Embedded Systems, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Ethics, Deep Learning, Responsible AI, Data Collection, Model Deployment, Convolutional Neural Networks, Predictive Modeling, Feature Engineering, Model Optimization, Computer Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Geneva
Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Environmental Science, Environment Health And Safety, Health Equity, Environment and Resource Management, Health Disparities, Health Systems, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Infection Control, International Relations, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Epidemiology, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Policy, Health Care, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Socioeconomics, Governance, Sustainable Development
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Content Optimization, Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Verbal Communication Skills, Client Services, Oral Expression, Content Strategy, Project Portfolio Management, Presentations, Project Management, Prioritization, Competitive Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

West Virginia University
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Economics, Sustainable Design, Environmental Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Supply And Demand, Economic Development, Environmental Science, Product Knowledge, Resource Utilization, Materials science, Climate Change Mitigation, Construction, Structural Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Business Analysis Tools, Digital Transformation, Business Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Gap Analysis, Analysis, Business Analytics, Business Requirements, Systems Analysis, Technology Strategies, Microsoft Excel, Process Modeling, Stakeholder Communications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategies, Customer Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Marketing, Growth Strategies, Corporate Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Business Planning, Market Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Market Opportunities, Value Propositions, New Business Development, Organizational Effectiveness, Analysis, Innovation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Engineering Tools, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Data Ethics, AI Product Strategy, Competitive Intelligence, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Risk Analysis, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Business Leadership, Risk Mitigation, Strategic Thinking, Data Management, Strategic Leadership, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Data Strategy, AI literacy, Brainstorming
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months