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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


  • U

    University of Colorado System

    First Steps in Making the Business Case for Sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Organizational Change, Sustainable Systems, Performance Improvement, Change Management, Financial Analysis, Systems Thinking, Proposal Development, Cost Benefit Analysis, Business Economics, Capital Budgeting, Environmental Issue, Economics, Stakeholder Engagement, Benchmarking, Environmental Regulations, Cash Flows, Packaging and Labeling

    4.7 stars, 216 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (216) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Copenhagen Business School

    Business Models For Sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Engagement, Sustainable Development, Stakeholder Management, Business Modeling, Innovation, Sustainable Systems, Organizational Strategy, Stakeholder Analysis, Marketing Communications, Business Strategies, Business Transformation, Case Studies, Communication Planning, Environmental Issue, Social Impact, Systems Thinking, Strategic Partnership, Value Propositions

    4.6 stars, 44 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (44) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • Y

    Yale University

    Journey Conversations: Weaving Knowledge and Action

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Science, Sustainable Systems, Natural Resource Management, Environment, Environment and Resource Management, Anthropology, Sustainable Development, Human Development, Culture, Community Organizing, Life Sciences, Teaching, Lecturing, Storytelling, Biology, Systems Thinking, Education and Training, Creativity, Physics

    4.8 stars, 164 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (164) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Training, Intercultural Competence, Organizational Change, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cognitive flexibility, Adaptability, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity and Inclusion, Culture Transformation, Open Mindset, Cultural Responsiveness, Organizational Development, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Sensitivity, Diversity Programs, Recognizing Others, Workforce Development, Employee Training, Safety Culture

    4.5 stars, 49 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (49) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Create a Product Design Brainstorming with Miro

    Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Brainstorming, Ideation, Project Schedules, Product Design, Design Thinking, Persona Development, Action Oriented, User Centered Design, Teamwork, Collaborative Software, Collaboration, Team Oriented

    4.4 stars, 86 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.4 (86) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Natural Language Processing on Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Large Language Modeling, Transfer Learning, Tensorflow, Google Cloud Platform, Keras (Neural Network Library), Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Embeddings, Deep Learning, AI Workflows, Artificial Neural Networks, Cloud API, Feature Engineering, Model Training

    4.4 stars, 540 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (540) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The University of Sydney

    Easing the burden of obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Chronic Diseases, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Systems, Systems Thinking, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Sustainable Systems, Preventative Care, Health Policy, Social Impact, Environmental Issue, Food and Beverage, Nutrition and Diet, Biology, Psychology

    4.6 stars, 175 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (175) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    INSEAD

    Blockchain Opportunity Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Blockchain, Plan Execution, Market Opportunities, Business Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Case Studies, Market Analysis, Solution Design, New Business Development, Business Modeling, Value Propositions, Proposal Development, Decision Making, Market Research, Target Audience

    4.6 stars, 214 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (214) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Adobe

    Generative AI for Creative Workflows

    Skills you'll gain: Visual Storytelling, Adobe Firefly, Adobe Express, Adobe Acrobat, Presentations, Generative AI, Content Creation, Creative Thinking, Adobe Photoshop, Creativity, Prompt Engineering, Adobe Illustrator, Storytelling, Visual Design, Graphic Design, Design, Branding, Artificial Intelligence, Communication, Digital Marketing

    5 stars, 21 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (21) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    BCG

    Transformación digital

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Product Lifecycle Management, Technology Strategies, Design Thinking, Competitive Analysis, Data Strategy, Corporate Strategy, Business Strategy, Business Technologies, Business Economics, Growth Strategies, Process Design, Emerging Technologies, Market Dynamics, Innovation, Leadership, Communication

    4.7 stars, 288 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • W

    Wesleyan University

    Designing and Building Institutional Anti-Racist Spaces

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Training, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Programs, Workplace inclusivity, Systems Thinking, Cultural Responsiveness, Community Organizing, Litigation and Civil Justice, Cultural Diversity, Storytelling

    4.7 stars, 10 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    Intellectual Humility: Science

    Skills you'll gain: Open Mindset, Curiosity, Willingness To Learn, Self-Awareness, Growth Mindedness, Personal Attributes, Child Development, Cognitive flexibility, Emotional Intelligence, Human Learning, Critical Thinking, Social Sciences

    4.7 stars, 187 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (187) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • First Steps in Making the Business Case for Sustainability: University of Colorado System
  • Business Models For Sustainability: Copenhagen Business School
  • Journey Conversations: Weaving Knowledge and Action: Yale University
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • Create a Product Design Brainstorming with Miro: Coursera
  • Natural Language Processing on Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • Easing the burden of obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease: The University of Sydney
  • Blockchain Opportunity Analysis: INSEAD
  • Generative AI for Creative Workflows: Adobe
  • Transformación digital: BCG

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