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Thinking Courses

Thinking courses can help you learn critical analysis, problem-solving techniques, creative thinking strategies, and decision-making frameworks. You can build skills in evaluating arguments, identifying biases, and applying logical reasoning across various scenarios. Many courses introduce tools like mind mapping software, decision trees, and frameworks for structured thinking, which enhance your ability to organize thoughts and tackle complex challenges effectively.


Popular Thinking Courses and Certifications


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    University of Michigan

    Sustainability Leadership Development

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Organizational Change, Culture Transformation, Organizational Effectiveness, Sustainable Business, Strategic Leadership, Leadership Development, Corporate Sustainability, Systems Thinking, Environmental Issue, Social Impact, Leadership, Business Ethics, Initiative and Leadership, Professional Development, Change Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Complex Problem Solving, Communication

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Program Finance and Investment

    Skills you'll gain: Earned Value Management, Project Schedules, Procurement, Cost Management, Return On Investment, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Financial Analysis, Project Performance, Project Estimation, Microsoft 365, Project Finance, Investment Management, Variance Analysis, Forecasting, Problem Solving

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    ESSEC Business School

    Innovation publique et pensée design, l'innovation sociale au service des territoires

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, Ideation, Service Design, Innovation, User Experience Design, Brainstorming, Public Administration, Public Policies, Experimentation, User Research, Case Studies, Stakeholder Engagement, Qualitative Research

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    78 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Mining Quality Prediction Using Machine & Deep Learning

    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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    69 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    A Second Brain with Obsidian

    Skills you'll gain: Journals, Organizational Skills, Document Management, Information Architecture, Content Management, Network Analysis, System Configuration

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    Rating, 3.1 out of 5 stars
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    28 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Toronto

    Data Visualization for Genome Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Bioinformatics, Ggplot2, Visualization (Computer Graphics), R (Software), Dimensionality Reduction, Scatter Plots, R Programming, Network Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Heat Maps, Molecular Biology, Design Thinking

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    25 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Deep Learning with PyTorch : Object Localization

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Image Analysis, Convolutional Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Transfer Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Deep Learning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    48 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Computational Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Convolutional Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computer Graphics, Computational Thinking, Deep Learning, Psychology

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    67 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Perspectivas en Salud Pública: Ampliando la visión en salud

    Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Public Health, Health Promotion, Preventative Care, Community Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Systems, Epidemiology, Demography, Health Policy, Social Sciences, Infectious Diseases, Systems Thinking

    Build toward a degree

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    34 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Negotiation Strategies and Styles

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Strategic Decision-Making, Cultural Diversity, Strategic Thinking, Intercultural Competence, Decision Making, Communication Strategies, Conflict Management, Complex Problem Solving

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    30 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Amazon Web Services

    Introduction to Generative AI - Art of the Possible

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, AI Enablement, Strategic Thinking, Machine Learning Methods

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    149 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Science and Technology of China

    快速学习

    Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Lifelong Learning, Quick Learning, Adult Education, Problem Solving, Willingness To Learn, Learning Strategies, Brainstorming, Professional Development, Organizational Skills, Information Management

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    74 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Sustainability Leadership Development: University of Michigan
  • Program Finance and Investment: Microsoft
  • Innovation publique et pensée design, l'innovation sociale au service des territoires: ESSEC Business School
  • Mining Quality Prediction Using Machine & Deep Learning: Coursera
  • A Second Brain with Obsidian: Coursera
  • Data Visualization for Genome Biology: University of Toronto
  • Deep Learning with PyTorch : Object Localization: Coursera
  • Computational Vision: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Perspectivas en Salud Pública: Ampliando la visión en salud: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Negotiation Strategies and Styles : Tecnológico de Monterrey

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