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.

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Decisiveness, Complex Problem Solving, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creative Problem-Solving, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Risk Analysis, Social Impact, Risk Management, Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Bioinformatics, Java, Algorithms, Java Programming, Program Development, Object Oriented Design, Programming Principles, Statistical Analysis, Software Design, Computer Programming, File I/O, Data Processing, Software Documentation, Data Manipulation, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Web Scraping, Problem Solving
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Program Development, Computational Thinking, Software Development, Event-Driven Programming, Programming Principles, Software Engineering, Debugging, Problem Solving, Game Design, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Data Structures, Python Programming, Video Game Development, Algorithms, Application Development, Computer Science, Functional Testing, User Interface (UI) Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Leeds
Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Decision Making, Peer Review, Critical Thinking, Risk Analysis, Brainstorming, Strategic Decision-Making, Persuasive Communication, Risk Mitigation, Estimation, Risk Management, Analysis, Prioritization, Root Cause Analysis, Ideation, Constructive Feedback, Professional Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Problem Management, Network Troubleshooting, Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), End User Training and Support, Data Access, Content Management Systems, Data Management, Information Technology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Persistence, Personal Development, Resilience, Habit Formation, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Problem Solving, Emotional Intelligence, Stress Management, Leadership, Neurology, Human Learning, Learning Theory, Learning Strategies, Psychology, Anatomy, Business, Physiology
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Credit Risk, Risk Modeling, Portfolio Risk, Financial Management, Risk Analysis, Financial Market, Strategic Thinking, Risk Management Framework, Analysis, Risk Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Financial Regulation, Complex Problem Solving, Problem Solving, Time Management, Design
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Data Quality, Business Analytics, Stakeholder Communications, Business Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Data Management, Feature Engineering, Analytics, Stakeholder Management, Predictive Analytics, Data Science, Problem Solving, Data Validation, Data Engineering, Business, Communication
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Algorithms, Problem Solving, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Problem Solving, Javascript, Solution Design, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Mediation, Customer Complaint Resolution, Root Cause Analysis, Conflict Management, Discussion Facilitation, Solution Design, AI literacy, Professionalism, Service Improvement, Customer Service, Customer experience improvement, Problem Management, Service Design, Quality Improvement, Problem Solving, AI Enablement, Customer Analysis, Customer Insights, Customer Success Management, Customer Engagement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Financial Modeling, Financial Statement Analysis, Management Consulting, Strategic Planning, Business Strategy, Data Presentation, Business Consulting, Data Visualization, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Generative AI, Microsoft Excel, Problem Solving, Requirements Analysis, Process Improvement, Change Management, Lean Six Sigma, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Communication
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months