Creative Thinking

Creative Thinking is the ability to perceive the world in new ways, find hidden patterns, make connections between unrelated phenomena, and generate innovative solutions. Coursera's Creative Thinking catalogue teaches you how to break away from conventional thought patterns, cultivate curiosity, and embrace ambiguity to generate original ideas. You will learn techniques for brainstorming, lateral thinking, and problem-solving, as well as how to foster a creative mindset in personal and professional environments. You'll also explore the role of creativity in fields like art, science, technology, and business, and learn how to use creative thinking to overcome challenges and drive innovation.

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Imperial College London
Creative Thinking: Techniques and Tools for Success
Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Ideation, Creativity, Cognitive flexibility, Problem Solving, Collaboration
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
5K reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
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Imperial College London
Creative Thinking Tools for Success and Leadership
Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Design Thinking, Ideation, Creativity, Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Cognitive flexibility, Innovation, Critical Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Design, Prototyping, Analysis
4.9
Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
877 reviews
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
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The University of Sydney
Creative Thinking and Innovation
Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creativity, Creative Problem-Solving, Innovation, Ideation, Brainstorming, Cognitive flexibility, Design Thinking, Open Mindset, Curiosity, Strategic Thinking
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
32 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
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IBM
Solving Problems with Creative and Critical Thinking
Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creative Problem-Solving, Creative Thinking, Root Cause Analysis, Professional Development, Critical Thinking, Analysis, Personal Development, Decision Making
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
697 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
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Imperial College London
Advanced Creative Thinking and AI: Tools for Success
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Brainstorming, Cognitive flexibility, Ideation, Innovation, Artificial Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Sustainable Design, Prototyping
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
104 reviews
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months
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Imperial College London
Introduction to Creative Thinking: Tools for Success
Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Ideation, Creativity, Creative Problem-Solving, Innovation, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking
4.9
Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
782 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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Arizona State University
Creative Thinking
Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Resourcefulness, Creativity, Curiosity, Strategic Thinking, Innovation, Decision Making, Collaboration
3.7
Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
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University of Minnesota
Creative Problem Solving
Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Cognitive flexibility, Persistence, Curiosity, Resourcefulness, Innovation, Problem Solving, Growth Mindedness, Adaptability, Motivational Skills
4.4
Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
2.4K reviews
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
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Coursera
Systems Thinking Basics
Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Systems Analysis, Complex Problem Solving, Analysis, Business Systems Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Critical Thinking, Organizational Change, Collaboration, Data Visualization
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
63 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
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The Pennsylvania State University
Creativity, Innovation and Transformation
Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creativity, Cultural Diversity, Open Mindset, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Tenacity, Collaboration, Experimentation
4.5
Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
849 reviews
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
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Harvard Business Review
Build High-Performing Teams
Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Team Performance Management, Constructive Feedback, Talent Management, Employee Retention, Teamwork, Employee Coaching, Team Building, Crisis Management, Creative Thinking, Team Management, Virtual Teams, Talent Acquisition, Workforce Development, Curiosity, Ideation, Organizational Change, Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
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Berklee
Creativity And Entrepreneurship
Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Team Building, Design Thinking, Creativity, Ideation, Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Product Development, Creative Thinking, Branding, Collaboration, Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Brainstorming, Strategic Thinking, Brand Awareness, Adaptability, Empathy
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
376 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months