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: Systems Thinking, Epidemiology, Social Network Analysis, Simulations, Network Analysis, Public Health, Agentic systems, Social Determinants Of Health, Behavioral Health, Economics, Software Installation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Business Ethics, Strategic Thinking, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Regulatory Compliance, Analytical Skills, Responsible AI, Technology Strategies, Compliance Management, Decision Making, Business Analysis, Business Strategy, Information Privacy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Edge Impulse
Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Keras (Neural Network Library), Embedded Systems, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Machine Learning, Tensorflow, Embedded Software, Deep Learning, Data Ethics, Machine Learning, Data Processing, Computer Programming, Python Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Skills you'll gain: Culture, Social Sciences, Liberal Arts, World History, Ancient History, Research, Political Sciences, Psychology, Economics, Governance
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Amsterdam
Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Systems Thinking, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, Policy Analysis, Sustainable Systems, Environmental Science, Spatial Analysis, Case Studies, Qualitative Research, Environment and Resource Management, European History
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Peer Review, Storytelling, Writing, Content Creation, Creative Thinking, Active Listening, Constructive Feedback, Storyboarding
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Algorithms, Tree Maps, Network Analysis, Computational Thinking, Python Programming
Build toward a degree
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Robotic Process Automation, Business Process Automation, Automation, User Interface (UI), Application Deployment, Data Import/Export, System Monitoring
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad Austral
Skills you'll gain: Creative Problem-Solving, Critical Thinking, Creativity, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Adaptability, Change Management, Higher Education, Workforce Development, Collaboration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Fundação Lemann
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Planning, Action Oriented, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Leadership and Management, Education and Training, Strategic Thinking, Performance Metric, Quality Management, Analysis, Community Development, Program Evaluation, Data-Driven Decision-Making
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Computational Thinking, Social Sciences, Graph Theory, Market Dynamics, Sociology, Decision Making, Web Analytics, Economics, Probability & Statistics
Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

New York Institute of Finance
Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Financial Trading, Deep Learning, Portfolio Management, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Markov Model, Machine Learning, Financial Market, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks