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      The University of Edinburgh

      Philosophy, Science and Religion: Science and Philosophy

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Scientific Methods, General Science and Research, Biology, Systems Thinking, Cultural Diversity, Psychology

      4.5
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Kennesaw State University

      Six Sigma Advanced Define and Measure Phases

      Skills you'll gain: Process Capability, Team Management, Statistical Process Controls, Exploratory Data Analysis, Six Sigma Methodology, Probability & Statistics, Process Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Lean Six Sigma, Process Mapping, Correlation Analysis, Data Collection, Regression Analysis, Process Improvement, Quality Improvement, Business Process, Graphing

      4.8
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      1.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Intro to Analytic Thinking, Data Science, and Data Mining

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Data Mining, Data Science, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Big Data, Analytics, Business Intelligence, Descriptive Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Literacy, Predictive Analytics, Data Processing, Small Data

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      155 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      FinTech Law and Policy

      Skills you'll gain: FinTech, Financial Regulation, Mobile Banking, Financial Services, Payment Systems, Financial Regulations, Commercial Lending, Financial Industry Regulatory Authorities, Bank Regulations, Banking, Banking Services, Consumer Lending, Regulatory Compliance, Blockchain, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Payment Processing, Financial Data, Digital Assets

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      878 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Toronto

      Gender Analytics: Gender Equity through Inclusive Design

      Skills you'll gain: Human Centered Design, User Experience Design, Organizational Change, User Research, Design Thinking, Change Management, Design Research, Product Design, Data Ethics, Data Collection, Quantitative Research, Prototyping, Influencing, Organizational Leadership, Data Analysis, Analytics, Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Innovation, Leadership

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      593 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Microsoft

      Microsoft UX Design

      Skills you'll gain: Storyboarding, User Research, Information Architecture, User Experience Design, Design Thinking, Prototyping, Usability Testing, User Experience, Persona (User Experience), Wireframing, Design Research, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Interaction Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Human Centered Design, Figma (Design Software), Usability, User Centered Design, Design, Artificial Intelligence

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      472 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Physical Sciences

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Physical Science, Research, General Science and Research, Physics, Research Methodologies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      951 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Michigan State University

      Developing An Entrepreneurial Mindset: First Step Towards Success

      Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, Lean Methodologies, Open Mindset, Growth Mindedness, New Business Development, Creative Thinking, Business Development, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Business Modeling, Overcoming Obstacles, Business, Risk Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      934 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Art of the MOOC: Art, Culture, and Society

      Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, World Music, Disabilities, Art History, Music History, Social Justice, Performing Arts, Community Organizing, Liberal Arts, Interactive Learning, Peer Review, Musical Composition, Cultural Diversity, Aesthetics, Music, Music Theory, Sociology, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      329 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Anticorrupción: Introducción a conceptos y perspectiva práctica

      Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Business Ethics, Public Administration, Accountability, Policy Analysis, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Analysis, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Governance, Social Justice, Legal Proceedings, Political Sciences, Complex Problem Solving, Performance Measurement

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      Driving business towards the Sustainable Development Goals

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Business Transformation, Business Ethics, Business Strategy, Environmental Issue, Systems Thinking, Socioeconomics, Economic Development, Strategic Partnership, Goal Setting, Innovation, Collaboration

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Chicago

      Global Warming I: The Science and Modeling of Climate Change

      Skills you'll gain: Mitigation, Environment, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Environmental Monitoring, Systems Thinking, Environmental Science, Simulations, Biology, Economics, Energy and Utilities, Chemistry, Data Collection

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      452 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Philosophy, Science and Religion: Science and Philosophy: The University of Edinburgh
    • Six Sigma Advanced Define and Measure Phases: Kennesaw State University
    • Intro to Analytic Thinking, Data Science, and Data Mining: University of California, Irvine
    • FinTech Law and Policy: Duke University
    • Gender Analytics: Gender Equity through Inclusive Design: University of Toronto
    • Microsoft UX Design: Microsoft
    • Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Physical Sciences: The University of Edinburgh
    • Developing An Entrepreneurial Mindset: First Step Towards Success : Michigan State University
    • Art of the MOOC: Art, Culture, and Society: Duke University
    • Anticorrupción: Introducción a conceptos y perspectiva práctica: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

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