Problem solving courses can help you learn critical thinking, analytical reasoning, creative brainstorming, and decision-making strategies. You can build skills in identifying root causes, evaluating solutions, and implementing effective action plans. Many courses introduce tools like flowcharts, mind mapping software, and data analysis techniques, which help you visualize problems and track progress.

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Markov Model, Molecular Biology, Data Mapping, Machine Learning Methods, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Data Structures, Computer Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
McMaster University
Skills you'll gain: Financial Analysis, Financial Market, Cash Flows, Financial Modeling, Investments, Business Valuation, Financial Data, Risk Management, Market Dynamics, Decision Making, Analytical Skills, Case Studies
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

New York University
Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Unsupervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Decision Tree Learning, Machine Learning, Financial Trading, Reinforcement Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Financial Services, Regression Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Portfolio Management, Python Programming, Artificial Neural Networks
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Supervised Learning, Deep Learning, LLM Application, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Reinforcement Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Feature Engineering, Model Evaluation, Convolutional Neural Networks, Data Preprocessing, Dimensionality Reduction
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

American Psychological Association
Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Behavioral Economics, Public Policies, Diversity Awareness, Compassion, Sociology, Culture, Psychology, Cultural Diversity, Mental Health, Resilience, Critical Thinking, Human Development, Behavioral Health, Personal Development, Social Sciences, Empathy, Mindfulness, Interpersonal Communications, Relationship Building
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

ESSEC Business School
Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Team Leadership, Verbal Communication Skills, Performance Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Coaching, Self-Awareness, Communication Strategies, Goal Setting, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Display Devices, Electronic Components, Materials science, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Physics, Applied Mathematics
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Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

IE Business School
Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Business Management, Performance Management, Governance, Case Studies, Organizational Effectiveness, Corporate Strategy, Business Leadership, Decision Making, Behavioral Economics, Ancient History, Organizational Structure, Business Strategy, Social Studies, Economics, Market Dynamics, Storytelling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, AI Enablement, Generative AI Agents, Data Integration, Business Solutions, Customer experience strategy (CX), Strategic Thinking, Data Strategy, Innovation, Performance Analysis, Performance Measurement, Business Analysis, Project Risk Management, Solution Design, Business Strategies, Business Transformation, Prompt Engineering, Business Process Management, Decision Making
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Customer Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Microsoft PowerPoint, Target Audience, Business Consulting, Microsoft Excel, Data Storytelling, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Pivot Tables And Charts, Dashboard, Constructive Feedback
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Staff Management, Business Management, People Management, Leadership and Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, Leadership, Workforce Planning, Organizational Strategy, Decision Making, Goal Setting
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Operations Research, Computational Logic, Data Structures
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months