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 Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Threat Management, Threat Detection, Infrastructure Security, Resilience, Disaster Recovery, Emergency Response, Business Ethics, Engineering Management, Organizational Change, Systems Thinking, Organizational Effectiveness, Public Safety and National Security, Safety and Security, Risk Analysis, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Complex Problem Solving, Decision Making, Leadership
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Job Control Language (JCL), Unix, Package and Software Management, Systems Administration, TCP/IP, Operating System Administration, Disaster Recovery, System Software, Operating Systems, Data Storage, Software Installation, Debugging, System Configuration, Network Administration
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Strategic Thinking, Negotiation, Recognizing Others, Active Listening, Strategic Communication, Game Theory, Empathy, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Motivational Skills, Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Convolutional Neural Networks, Transfer Learning, Model Evaluation, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Python Programming
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Agile Project Management, Employee Coaching, Agile Methodology, Team Building, Conflict Management, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Kanban Principles, Decision Making, Active Listening
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Budgeting, Capital Budgeting, Budget Management, Operating Budget, Financial Management, Financial Analysis, Cash Flows, Financial Planning, Cash Flow Forecasting, Return On Investment, Cost Benefit Analysis, Investments, Decision Making
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Pittsburgh
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Statistics, Integral Calculus, Probability & Statistics, Data Science, Probability Distribution, Calculus, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Derivatives, Mathematical Modeling, Machine Learning, Algorithms
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Collaboration, Relationship Building, Decision Making, Active Listening, Self-Awareness, Continuous Improvement Process
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Harvard Business Review
Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Creative Thinking, Curiosity, Ideation, Brainstorming, Strategic Thinking, New Product Development, Market Opportunities, Business Risk Management, Collaboration, Continuous Improvement Process, Problem Solving, Prioritization, Stakeholder Engagement
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Columbia University
Skills you'll gain: Rapport Building, Empathy, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Goal Setting, Smart Goals, Active Listening, Mindfulness, Stress First Aid, Family Support, Student Support and Services, Crisis Intervention, Mentorship, Community Development, Personal Development, Resourcefulness, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Risk Analysis, Data Analysis, Decision Making, Business Modeling, Trend Analysis, Process Optimization, Simulation and Simulation Software, Market Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Unsupervised Learning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: CrewAI, AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, Agentic Workflows, AI Enablement, Workflow Management, AI Product Strategy, Generative AI Agents, Productivity Software, Business Workflow Analysis, Business Process Automation, Automation, LLM Application, Agentic systems, Solution Design, Decision Making, Process Improvement, Performance Improvement
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks