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.

Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing, Deep Learning, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Import/Export, Matplotlib, Python Programming
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Legal Technology, Critical Thinking, Responsible AI, Time Management, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Experimentation, Advocacy, Legal Strategy, AI Workflows, Email Automation, Lifelong Learning, Professional Development, Constructive Feedback, Adaptability, Leadership, Creativity, Generative AI, Communication
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Biology, Microbiology, Environmental Science, Physiology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Taxonomy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Starweaver
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Product Strategy, AI Enablement, Organizational Change, Product Roadmaps, Program Implementation, Stakeholder Engagement, Google Gemini, Anthropic Claude, Business Strategy, Generative AI, Corporate Strategy, Corporate Communications, Enterprise Security, Prompt Engineering, Corporate Sustainability, Business Communication, Communication Strategies, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Communication
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

Zoho Corporation
Skills you'll gain: Sales Process, Account Management, Sales Management, Selling Techniques, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Customer Relationship Management, Sales, General Sales Practices, Upselling, Cross Selling, Prioritization, Sales Pipelines, Sales Presentation, Customer Relationship Building, Sales Strategy, Sales Training, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Software, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, digital literacy, Education Software and Technology, English Language, Learning Management Systems, Lifelong Learning, Collaboration, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Cultural Responsiveness, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Request for Proposal, Conflict Management, Presentations, Technical Communication, Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Communication Strategies, Organizational Strategy, Non-Verbal Communication, Proposal Writing, Business Communication, Team Building, Interpersonal Communications, Intercultural Competence, Verbal Communication Skills, Target Audience, Team Management, Business Writing, Strategic Communication, Strategic Thinking
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Caregiving, Long Term Care, Dignity in Care, Care Management, Health Care, Surveys, Socioeconomics, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Cost Reduction, Organizational Strategy, Market Analysis, Value Propositions, Strategic Decision-Making, Market Opportunities, Business Analysis, Resource Management
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Pearson
Skills you'll gain: Scope Management, Stakeholder Management, Project Schedules, Stakeholder Engagement, Cost Management, Risk Management, Project Scoping, Earned Value Management, Team Motivation, Scheduling, Stakeholder Analysis, Request for Proposal, Requirements Management, Procurement, Project Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Resource Allocation, Project Planning, Cost Control, Project Management Life Cycle
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Purchasing, Supplier Relationship Management, Contract Management, Procurement, Vendor Management, Strategic Sourcing, Negotiation, Business Ethics, Compliance Management, Supply Chain Management, Cost Reduction, Relationship Building, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing, Model Evaluation, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Statistical Methods, Probability, Probability & Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), Logistic Regression, Deep Learning, Probability Distribution, Supervised Learning, Statistics, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Agentic systems, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Neural Networks, Algorithms, Python Programming
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months