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.

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Cooperation, Decision Making, Team Performance Management, Team Building, Teamwork, Peer Review, Team Management, Independent Thinking, Personal Development, Empathy, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Rapport Building, Critical Thinking, Mentorship, Communication Strategies, People Management, Leadership Development, Communication
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Goodwill Industries International
Skills you'll gain: Accountability, Recruitment, Client Services, Needs Assessment, Gap Analysis, Goal Setting, Consultative Approaches, Coaching, Action Oriented, Community Outreach, Rapport Building, Case Management, Critical Thinking, Overcoming Obstacles, Relationship Building, Strategic Partnership
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Spreadsheet Software, Data Import/Export, Data Analysis Software, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Business Analysis
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Linear Algebra, Combinatorics, Computational Thinking, Mathematical Modeling, Theoretical Computer Science, Python Programming
Build toward a degree
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Innovation, Change Management, Business Modeling, Technology Strategies, Design Thinking, Product Lifecycle Management, New Product Development, Business Transformation, Product Development, Customer Insights, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Customer experience strategy (CX), Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Ideation, Product Management, Team Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Innovation, Creativity, Storytelling, Human Centered Design, Strategic Thinking, Data Visualization, Growth Mindedness, Test Tools, Entrepreneurship, Case Studies, Business Modeling, Peer Review
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Electrical Power, Power Electronics, Electrical Systems, Electrical Equipment, Torque (Physics), Electronic Components, Electric Power Systems, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Semiconductors, Mechanical Engineering, Three-Phase, Control Systems, Electronics, Low Voltage, High Voltage, Machine Controls, System Monitoring, Energy and Utilities, Thermal Management
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Culture Transformation, Innovation, Organizational Change, Design Thinking, Business Transformation, Strategic Leadership, Product Lifecycle Management, Global Marketing, Data Ethics, Entrepreneurship, Business Communication, Artificial Intelligence, Change Management, Organizational Leadership, Business Modeling, Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, Business Strategy, Strategic Planning
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Python Programming, Scripting, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Software Development
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

PwC India
Skills you'll gain: Sales Tax, Tax Compliance, Tax Laws, Tax Management, Regulatory Compliance, Commercial Laws, Financial Services, Registration, Problem Solving
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Organizational Structure, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategies, Research, Strategic Thinking, Business Research, Case Studies, Presentations
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Risking, Data Ethics, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Generative AI, Business Ethics, AI Security, Intellectual Property, Business Risk Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks