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 Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Strategy, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Security Awareness, Threat Modeling, Information Privacy, Infrastructure Security, Risk Management, Vulnerability Assessments
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Service Management, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, IT Management, Service Design, Organizational Structure, Strategic Partnership, Information Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Supplier Management, Vendor Relationship Management, Process Management, People Development, Organizational Strategy, Continuous Improvement Process
Intermediate · 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

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

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Creative Thinking, Problem Solving, Creativity, Design Thinking, Systems Thinking, Innovation, Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Transfer Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Classification Algorithms
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Model Evaluation, Convolutional Neural Networks, Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Classification Algorithms, Transfer Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Vision Transformer (ViT), Image Analysis, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence, Unsupervised Learning, Python Programming, Embeddings, Data Preprocessing
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of North Texas
Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Marketing, Marketing Management, Market Research, Customer Analysis, Market Analysis, Market Opportunities, Business Strategy, Business Marketing, Business, Target Market, Competitive Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cryptography, Data Structures, Data Encryption Standard, Algorithms, Encryption, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, IBM Cloud, Linear Algebra, Arithmetic
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Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Root Cause Analysis, Analytical Skills, Decision Making, Data Collection, Stakeholder Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Matlab, Transfer Learning, Traffic Flow Optimization
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Jupyter, Ubuntu, Python Programming, Computational Thinking, Mac OS, Scripting Languages, Programming Principles, Cross Platform Development, Software Documentation, Command-Line Interface, Data Structures
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months