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.

Queen Mary University of London
Skills you'll gain: Proposal Development, Market Research, Data Collection, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Business Research, Surveys, Research, Market Analysis, Qualitative Research, Data Analysis, Business Reporting, Business Ethics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Feasibility Studies, Systems Development, Software Development Methodologies, Business Analysis, Software Design, Business Process Modeling, Communication, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Stakeholder Communications, Business Communication, Product Lifecycle Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Front-End Web Development, Debugging, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, GitHub, Pseudocode, Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Integrated Development Environments, Microsoft Copilot, Algorithms, Program Development, Computer Programming, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), C# (Programming Language)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Data Collection, Microsoft Visual Studio, Program Development, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Algorithms, Data Storage, Computer Programming
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Vocabulary, Critical Thinking, Deductive Reasoning, Problem Solving, Grammar, English Language, Analytical Skills, Learning Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills, Complex Problem Solving, Decision Making, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

28DIGITAL
Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, C (Programming Language), System Design and Implementation, System Requirements, Computer Architecture, Simulations, Verification And Validation, Debugging, Algorithms
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Expense Reports, Image Analysis, Expense Management, Organizational Skills, Computer Vision, Data Storytelling, Project Controls, Social Media Content, Artificial Intelligence, Photography, Prompt Engineering, Cooking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Probability, Programming Principles, Program Development, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Development Testing, Software Testing, Applied Mathematics, Debugging, Algorithms, Python Programming, Game Design, Simulations
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Pseudocode, Responsive Web Design, Computational Thinking, LinkedIn, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Front-End Web Development, React.js, HTML and CSS, Debugging, Algorithms, Interviewing Skills, UI Components, Web Design and Development, Professional Development, Programming Principles, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), JavaScript Frameworks, Web Development Tools, Web Development, Software Development
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Spring Boot, Restful API, Model View Controller, Spring Framework, Java Programming, Java, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Microservices, Algorithms, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Dependency Analysis
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Linear Algebra, Combinatorics, Computational Thinking, Mathematical Modeling, Theoretical Computer Science, Python Programming
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Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The Open University
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Ideation, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Development, Creative Thinking, Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Modeling, Stakeholder Analysis, Critical Thinking, Innovation, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Cognitive flexibility, Sustainability Standards, Business Systems Analysis, Business Continuity, Value Propositions, Process Mapping, Design Thinking, Problem Solving
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months