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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


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    Coursera

    Grow Business Pipeline

    Skills you'll gain: Business Development, Case Studies, Strategic Partnership, B2B Sales, New Business Development, Sales Pipelines, Growth Strategies, Market Opportunities, Demand Generation, Direct Selling, Sales Management, Brand Awareness, Market Research

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Deconstruct AI: Complex ML Problems

    Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Computational Thinking, Systems Design, Software Architecture, Data Processing, Process Modeling, Code Reusability, Solution Design, Diagram Design, Process Mapping, Data Pipelines

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Evaluate, Create, and Analyze App Security

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Threat Modeling, Security Testing, Secure Coding, Vulnerability Scanning, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Management, Dependency Analysis, Application Security, Cyber Security Assessment, DevSecOps, Code Review, Package and Software Management, Risk Management Framework

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Optimize SQL Queries: Uncover Performance Bottlenecks

    Skills you'll gain: System Monitoring, Application Performance Management, Query Languages, Database Management, Data Access, Database Design

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    GradCO: Professional Development Course

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Intercultural Competence, Teamwork, LinkedIn, Intellectual Property, Team Building, Collaboration, Professional Development, Communication Strategies, Communication, Productivity, Cultural Responsiveness, Accountability, Conflict Management, Accountability Frameworks, Growth Mindedness, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Interviewing Skills, Data Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Microsoft 365 - File Management and Storage Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Productivity Software, Intranet, Content Management Systems

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    John Wiley & Sons

    Strategy Implementation & Leadership in the Public Sector

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Leadership, Plan Execution, Drive Engagement, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Planning, Business Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Program Implementation, Stakeholder Analysis, Business Strategy, Leadership Development, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Thinking, Public Administration, Learning Strategies, Organizational Change

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Architect and Scale Robust Multi-Cloud AI Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Multi-Cloud, AI Security, Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Security Architecture Review, Capacity Management, Cloud Platforms, Solution Architecture, Systems Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Infrastructure Architecture, Cloud Services, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Scalability, CI/CD, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Capacity Planning, Systems Analysis, Security Controls, Blueprinting

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Linux Crash Course for Beginners - 2023

    Skills you'll gain: System Monitoring, Shell Script, Bash (Scripting Language), User Accounts, Linux Commands, Linux, Systems Administration, Linux Administration, User Provisioning, Operating System Administration, Network Troubleshooting, System Configuration, File Management, File Systems, Command-Line Interface, Remote Access Systems, Network Administration, Software Installation, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Virtual Machines

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Disruptive Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentations, Growth Mindedness, Creativity, Case Studies, Communication Strategies, Program Implementation, Business Strategy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Project Timelines with Asana

    Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Scheduling, Stakeholder Communications, Timelines, Dependency Analysis, Coordinating, Milestones (Project Management), Communication Planning, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management Software, Project Management, Project Planning, Conflict Management, Agile Methodology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Employee Cybersecurity Awareness in the Age of AI

    Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, AI Security, Data Ethics, Computer Security Awareness Training, Security Awareness, Responsible AI, Generative AI Agents, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Cyber Risk, AI literacy, Human Factors (Security), Artificial Intelligence, Threat Detection, Security Controls, Information Privacy, Generative AI

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Grow Business Pipeline: Coursera
  • Deconstruct AI: Complex ML Problems: Coursera
  • Evaluate, Create, and Analyze App Security: Coursera
  • Optimize SQL Queries: Uncover Performance Bottlenecks: Coursera
  • GradCO: Professional Development Course: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Microsoft 365 - File Management and Storage Tools: Packt
  • Strategy Implementation & Leadership in the Public Sector: John Wiley & Sons
  • Architect and Scale Robust Multi-Cloud AI Systems: Coursera
  • Linux Crash Course for Beginners - 2023: Packt
  • Disruptive Thinking: Packt

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