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.

ESSEC Business School
Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Program Evaluation, Needs Assessment, Philanthropy, Return On Investment, Sustainable Business, Performance Measurement, Data Collection, Program Implementation, Stakeholder Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Qualitative Research, Organizational Change, Resource Allocation
★ 4.6 (100) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Leadership, Organizational Structure, Organizational Strategy, Culture Transformation, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Organizational Change, Risk Management, Culture, Strategic Thinking, Overcoming Obstacles, Resource Allocation, Sociology, Market Dynamics
★ 4.3 (72) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Curiosity, Design Thinking, Persona Development, Innovation, Customer Analysis, Target Audience, Creative Problem-Solving, Customer Insights, Market Research, Entrepreneurship, User Feedback, Customer Engagement, Problem Solving, Communication, Interviewing Skills
★ 4.8 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: AI Integrations, AI Personalization, Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, Generative Model Architectures, AI Enablement, Data Integration, Customer experience strategy (CX), Strategic Thinking, Communication Planning, Innovation, Performance Analysis, Performance Measurement, Verbal Strategic Communication, Business Analysis, Project Risk Management, Project Performance, Business Strategies, Business Process Management, Decision Making
★ 4.8 (122) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Resource Allocation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Microsoft Excel, Business Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Operational Analysis, Transportation Operations, Analytics, Risk Modeling, Business Operations, Risk Analysis, Spreadsheet Software, Process Optimization, Statistical Methods, Business Modeling, Decision Making, Model Optimization, Logistics, Production Planning
★ 4.9 (53) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Earned Value Management, Project Schedules, Excel Formulas, Procurement, Scheduling, Capital Budgeting, Financial Analysis, Project Performance, Spreadsheet Software, Cost Management, Cost Benefit Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Investment Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Feasibility Studies, Return On Investment, Variance Analysis, Forecasting
★ 4.7 (54) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Cambridge
Skills you'll gain: Financial Acumen, Financial Controls, Variance Analysis, Business Mathematics, Financial Forecasting, Cost Benefit Analysis, Capital Budgeting, Financial Management, Financial Analysis, Budget Management, Financial Modeling, Financial Reporting, Financial Statement Analysis, Cost Estimation, Financial Statements, Return On Investment, Accounting, Budgeting, Microsoft Excel
★ 4.2 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Application Deployment, API Gateway, Cloud-Native Computing, Containerization, Network Troubleshooting, Data Storage, Network Administration, Infrastructure Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Software-Defined Networking, YAML, DevOps, Security Controls, Linux Administration, Data Storage Technologies, General Networking, Problem Management, Test Tools, Scenario Testing
★ 4.7 (15) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Performance Improvement, Statistical Process Controls, Lean Methodologies, Operational Analysis, Process Improvement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Quality Improvement, Six Sigma Methodology, Operational Excellence, Business Process, Healthcare Project Management, Process Mapping, Process Capability, Statistical Methods, Continuous Improvement Process, Innovation, Operations Management, Problem Solving
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, AI literacy, Accountability, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Ethical Standards And Conduct, Risk Analysis, Case Studies, Legal Risk, Risk Mitigation, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Decision Making, Workforce Management
★ 4.4 (12) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Grant Writing, Resource Allocation, Strategic Decision-Making, Grant Applications, Proposal Development, Strategic Thinking, Stakeholder Communications, Resource Management, Strategic Planning, Social Impact, Fundraising, Business Modeling, Value Propositions, Innovation, Leadership
★ 4.7 (21) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

London Business School
Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Leadership Studies, Business Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Responsible AI, Business Transformation, Artificial Intelligence, Data Strategy, Digital Transformation, Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Technology Strategies, AI Integrations, Business Strategy, Business Ethics, Machine Learning, Scalability, Case Studies, Decision Making
★ 4.6 (56) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months