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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


  • I

    IESE Business School

    Parte 3: Design Thinking de la idea al prototipo

    Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Design Thinking, Brainstorming, Solution Design, Innovation, Creative Thinking, Strategic Thinking, Problem Solving, Organizational Skills, Meeting Facilitation, Creativity, Collaboration, Verification And Validation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Materials Data Sciences and Informatics

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Informatics, Data Science, Data Mining, Data Integration, Data Infrastructure, Data Sharing, Manufacturing Processes, Process Engineering, Structural Analysis, Collaborative Software, Statistics

    4.5 stars, 352 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (352) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Creativity Toolkit II: Creative Collaboration

    Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Team Collaboration, Leadership, Presentations, Creativity, Ideation, Creative Problem-Solving, Teamwork, Innovation, Team Building, Creative Thinking, People Management, Persuasive Communication, Influencing, Storytelling, Communication, Social Skills, Critical Thinking, Decision Making

    4.8 stars, 413 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (413) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Luxury Hospitality & Brand Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Customer experience improvement, Customer experience strategy (CX), Service Design, Change Management, Social Media Analytics, Organizational Change, Hospitality Management, Content Creation, Hospitality Services, Design Thinking, Social Media Marketing, Brand Marketing, Service Management, Digital Marketing, Content Marketing, Social Media Management, Search Engine Optimization, Design, Prototyping, Leadership

    4.4 stars, 207 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (207) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • C

    Coursera

    How to Sell: An Overview of Fundamental Selling Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Cold Calling, Selling Techniques, Closing (Sales), Overcoming Objections, General Sales Practices, Sales, Sales Process, Sales Presentations, Sales Strategy, Solution Selling, Lead Generation, Telephone Skills, Customer Relationship Building, Rapport Building, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Customer Engagement

    4.7 stars, 277 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (277) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • R

    Rice University

    Principles of Computing (Part 2)

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Program Development, Python Programming, Computer Science, Verification And Validation

    4.8 stars, 365 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (365) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Berklee

    Creativity And Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Creativity, Team Building, Creative Problem-Solving, Creative Thinking, Presentations, Innovation, Brand Strategy, Branding, Collaboration, Product Development, Relationship Building, New Business Development, Professional Networking, Problem Solving

    4.7 stars, 385 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (385) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    American Psychological Association

    Psychological Research

    Skills you'll gain: Institutional Review Board (IRB), Descriptive Statistics, Quantitative Research, Data Literacy, Scientific Methods, Graphing, Research Design, Statistical Visualization, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Science and Research, Research Methodologies, Probability & Statistics, Research, Statistical Inference, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Analysis, Research and Design

    4.8 stars, 298 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (298) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Anti-Racism I

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Social Justice, Cultural Responsiveness, Diversity Training, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Social Studies, Cultural Sensitivity, Sociology, Advocacy, Oral Expression, Discussion Facilitation

    4.6 stars, 300 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (300) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Wharton Business Foundations Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Project Design, Business, Marketing Planning, Analysis, Strategic Marketing, Business Planning, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Marketing, Business Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Constructive Feedback, Business Strategy, Accounting, Writing, Finance, Financial Accounting

    4.7 stars, 431 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (431) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Career Success Project

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Report Writing, Negotiation, Project Management, Time Management, Problem Solving, Professional Development, Entrepreneurial Finance, Leadership and Management, Writing, Conflict Management, Business Solutions, Stakeholder Management, Business Communication, Creative Problem-Solving, Finance, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Planning, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Entrepreneurship

    4.7 stars, 340 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (340) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Formal Financial Accounting

    Skills you'll gain: Bookkeeping, Ledgers (Accounting), Technical Accounting, Accounting, Accounting Records, Financial Accounting, General Ledger, Balancing (Ledger/Billing), Management Accounting, Financial Reporting, Inventory Accounting, Equities, Property Accounting, Balance Sheet, Fixed Asset, Depreciation, Accounts Receivable, Financial Statements

    4.8 stars, 385 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (385) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Parte 3: Design Thinking de la idea al prototipo: IESE Business School
  • Materials Data Sciences and Informatics: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Creativity Toolkit II: Creative Collaboration: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Luxury Hospitality & Brand Innovation: STARWEAVER
  • How to Sell: An Overview of Fundamental Selling Techniques: Coursera
  • Principles of Computing (Part 2): Rice University
  • Creativity And Entrepreneurship: Berklee
  • Psychological Research: American Psychological Association
  • Anti-Racism I: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Wharton Business Foundations Capstone: University of Pennsylvania

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