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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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    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Managing Up

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Growth Mindedness, Proactivity, Team Building, Rapport Building, Relationship Management, Collaboration, Influencing, Leadership Development, Emotional Intelligence, Business Communication, Resource Utilization

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnKartS

    Become AI-Ready: Deep Learning Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Deep Learning, Tensorflow, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Model Optimization, Machine Learning, Model Training

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    PracticalGrowth

    Managing Project Uncertainty

    Skills you'll gain: Project Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis, Incident Management, Risk Management, De-escalation Techniques, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Decision Making, Incident Response, Conflict Management, Project Management, Project Planning, Failure Analysis, Interviewing Skills, Stakeholder Management, Failure Mode And Effects Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Negotiation & Deal Closure

    Skills you'll gain: B2B Sales, Overcoming Objections, Price Negotiation, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Closing (Sales), Sales, Negotiation, Stakeholder Analysis, Sales Strategy, Contract Negotiation, Performance Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Selling Techniques, General Sales Practices, Value Propositions, Problem Solving, Decision Making

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Star Schemas & Track Changes

    Skills you'll gain: Star Schema, Data Warehousing, Looker (Software), Database Design, Analytics, Data Mart, Data Modeling, Business Intelligence, Data Integrity, Data Transformation, Performance Tuning, Data Storage, Performance Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arm

    Business Models for Technology Innovators

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Product Development, Emerging Technologies, Business Modeling, Strategic Partnership, Business Transformation, Innovation, Internet Of Things, Technology Strategies, Entrepreneurship, New Business Development, Business Technologies, Business Strategy, Network Model, AI Product Strategy, Case Studies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Complete Willpower Course - Build Self Control & Good Habits

    Skills you'll gain: Habit Formation, Self-Discipline, Self-Motivation, Empowerment, Resilience, Nutrition and Diet, Overcoming Obstacles, Health Promotion, Personal Development, Productivity, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Behavioral Management, Mindfulness, Time Management, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Mental Health

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Nursing Leadership: Strategy and Decision-Making

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Clinical Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Nursing Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Stakeholder Management, Leadership, Accountability, Decision Making, Leadership Development, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Communication Strategies, Strategic Thinking, Problem Solving, Organizational Strategy, Complex Problem Solving, Dealing With Ambiguity, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Patient Safety, Cross-Functional Collaboration

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Application Security Program Ignition Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, DevSecOps, Application Security, Vulnerability Management, Security Testing, Penetration Testing, Security Awareness, Security Strategy, DevOps, Security Management, Computer Security Awareness Training, Technology Roadmaps, Risk Management Framework

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Competitive Analysis and Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Product Strategy, Competitive Intelligence, Market Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Product Management, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Market Intelligence, Market Research, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Analysis, Gap Analysis, Market Dynamics

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Start Neural Networks Advanced Model Architectures

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Keras (Neural Network Library), Technical Documentation, Artificial Neural Networks, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Model Training, Deep Learning, Model Optimization, Applied Machine Learning, Network Model, Network Architecture, Supervised Learning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SQL Infrastructure: Secure and Optimize

    Skills you'll gain: Root Cause Analysis, Data Security, Transact-SQL, Problem Management, Site Reliability Engineering, Capacity Management, Resource Management, Identity and Access Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Compliance Auditing

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Professional Skills: Managing Up: Arizona State University
  • Become AI-Ready: Deep Learning Fundamentals: LearnKartS
  • Managing Project Uncertainty: PracticalGrowth
  • Negotiation & Deal Closure: Coursera
  • Star Schemas & Track Changes: Coursera
  • Business Models for Technology Innovators: Arm
  • Complete Willpower Course - Build Self Control & Good Habits: Packt
  • Nursing Leadership: Strategy and Decision-Making: Coursera
  • Application Security Program Ignition Guide: Packt
  • Competitive Analysis and Strategy: Coursera

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