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Computational Thinking Courses

Computational thinking courses can help you learn problem decomposition, pattern recognition, algorithmic design, and abstraction techniques. You can build skills in logical reasoning, data analysis, and effective solution development across various applications, from programming to data science. Many courses introduce tools like Python, Scratch, and various simulation software, demonstrating how these skills can be applied to solve complex problems in fields such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and software development.


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Popular Computational Thinking Courses and Certifications


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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Design Research para Estratégia e Inovação

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Design Research, Innovation, Design Strategies, Human Centered Design, User Research, Ideation, Service Design, Organizational Strategy, Creativity, User Experience Design, Storyboarding, Product Development, Process Development, Market Research, User Experience, Qualitative Research, Quantitative Research, Data Collection

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Inheritance and Data Structures in Java

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Java Programming, Eclipse (Software), Java, Debugging, Integrated Development Environments, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Development Environment, Software Design, Programming Principles, Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Case-Based Frameworks for Mastering Management Consulting

    Skills you'll gain: Consulting, Management Consulting, Mergers & Acquisitions, Growth Strategies, Due Diligence, Strategic Thinking, Financial Analysis, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Business Solutions, Case Studies, Business Analysis, Market Analysis, Product Strategy

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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Codio

    C++: Non-Linear Data Structures

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Data Structures, Computer Programming, C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Science and Technology of China

    快速学习

    Skills you'll gain: Adult Education, Quick Learning, Lifelong Learning, Learning Strategies, Willingness To Learn, Productivity, Problem Solving, Organizational Skills, Information Management

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Starweaver

    Executive AI Leadership Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Organizational Change, AI Product Strategy, Product Roadmaps, Program Implementation, Stakeholder Engagement, Google Gemini, Anthropic Claude, Business Strategy, Leadership, Business Transformation, Change Management, Content Strategy, Corporate Communications, Digital Media Strategy, Non-Verbal Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Communication

    3.7
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    17 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Detecting COVID-19 with Chest X-Ray using PyTorch

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Convolutional Neural Networks, Transfer Learning, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Model Evaluation, Medical Imaging, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Sustainability for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Engagement, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainability Reporting, Performance Measurement, Strategic Partnership, Sustainable Development, Corporate Strategy, Sustainability Standards, Supply Management, Procurement, Business Strategies, Business Operations, Strategic Communication, Business Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Supply Chain Management, Systems Thinking, Communication

    4.4
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    28 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of the Arts London

    Introduction to Creative AI

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Creative Thinking, Generative AI, Artificial Neural Networks, Responsible AI, Creative Problem-Solving, Generative Model Architectures, Creative Design, Machine Learning Methods, Data Ethics, Deep Learning, Critical Thinking

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    AI Workflow: AI in Production

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Application Deployment, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Cloud Deployment, Unit Testing, Docker (Software), Containerization, Kubernetes, AI Workflows, IBM Cloud, Microservices, Model Evaluation, User Feedback, Machine Learning, Performance Analysis, Business Metrics, Natural Language Processing, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Science, Python Programming

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Global Strategy II: Doing Business in The Global Economy

    Skills you'll gain: Global Marketing, Business Strategy, Growth Strategies, Business Development, Corporate Strategy, International Relations, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Planning, Go To Market Strategy, Strategic Partnership, Strategic Decision-Making, Competitive Analysis, Market Opportunities, Value Propositions, Cost Reduction, Risk Management, Risk Analysis

    Build toward a degree

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Innovación digital

    Skills you'll gain: Water Sustainability, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Strategic Partnership, Social Impact, Sustainable Development, Communication Planning, Water Resource Management, Project Design, Social Media, Team Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Water Resources, Project Planning, Resilience, Sustainable Systems, Strategic Leadership, Environmental Issue, Problem Solving, Innovation, Climate Change Adaptation

    4.7
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Design Research para Estratégia e Inovação: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Inheritance and Data Structures in Java: University of Pennsylvania
  • Case-Based Frameworks for Mastering Management Consulting: Board Infinity
  • C++: Non-Linear Data Structures: Codio
  • 快速学习: University of Science and Technology of China
  • Executive AI Leadership Mastery: Starweaver
  • Detecting COVID-19 with Chest X-Ray using PyTorch: Coursera
  • Sustainability for Business: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to Creative AI: University of the Arts London
  • AI Workflow: AI in Production: IBM

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