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Problem Solving Courses

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.


Popular Problem Solving Courses and Certifications


  • A

    Adobe

    Build Creative Concepts for Real Projects

    Skills you'll gain: AI powered creativity, Visual Storytelling, Ideation, Adobe Firefly, Creative Problem-Solving, Target Audience, Conceptual Design, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Creativity, Communication, Design Thinking, Visual Design, Entrepreneurship, Value Propositions, Generative AI, Prototyping, Problem Solving, Adobe Creative Cloud, Market Opportunities

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • B

    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Graphs and Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Network Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Combinatorics, Network Model, Mathematical Modeling, Transportation Operations, Image Analysis, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Model Optimization, Computational Thinking, Problem Solving, Embeddings

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • D

    Duke University

    Programming Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Algorithms, C (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Program Development, Problem Solving, Solution Design, Computational Logic

    ★ 4.7 (7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • A

    AI CERTs

    AI Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, Generative AI Agents, AI literacy, AI Workflows, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI powered creativity, Emerging Technologies, Business Ethics, Social Impact, Problem Solving, Analysis, Business Planning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • B

    Berklee

    Creativity And Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Creativity, Team Building, Creative Problem-Solving, Creative Thinking, Presentations, Innovation, Brand Strategy, Branding, Collaboration, Product Development, Relationship Building, New Business Development, Professional Networking, Problem Solving

    ★ 4.7 (383) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Virginia

    Design Thinking for the Greater Good: Innovation in the Social Sector

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Journey Mapping, Stakeholder Engagement, Innovation, Prototyping, Stakeholder Analysis, Brainstorming, Storytelling, Human Centered Design, Social Impact, Ideation, Creativity, Service Design, Design Research, Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Patient-centered Care, Data Visualization

    ★ 4.7 (423) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • S

    Simplilearn

    Foundations of Six Sigma Define Phase Training

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Lean Methodologies, Continuous Improvement Process, Six Sigma Methodology, Process Improvement, Quality Improvement, Performance Metric, Project Documentation, Project Scoping, Performance Measurement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Project Planning, Business Metrics, Business Process, Pareto Chart, Business Priorities, Waste Minimization, Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • M

    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Negotiation That Works: Strategies for Influence & Agreement

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Influencing, Interpersonal Communications, Adaptability, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Relationship Building, Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Leadership, Relationship Management, Non-Verbal Communication, Goal Setting, Active Listening, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Problem Solving, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • T

    The Open University

    Sustainable Business Strategy for Future Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Ideation, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Development, Creative Thinking, Corporate Sustainability, Experimentation, Sustainable Systems, Creative Problem-Solving, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Modeling, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Stakeholder Analysis, Critical Thinking, Innovation, Cognitive flexibility, Creativity, Business Systems Analysis, Business Transformation, Problem Solving

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    Imperial College London

    Systematic Creative Thinking: Tools for Success

    Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Creative Thinking, Problem Solving, Creativity, Innovation, Analysis

    ★ 4.8 (64) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    IESE Business School

    Parte 2: Design Thinking para la formulación de problemas

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Design Research, User Research, Journey Mapping, Qualitative Research, Design Strategies, Human Centered Design, User Experience, Empathy, Problem Solving, Ideation, Needs Assessment, Persona Development, Interviewing Skills

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Resolving and Transforming Conflict

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Expectation Management, Collaboration, Brainstorming, Follow Through, Problem Solving, Goal Setting, Honesty

    ★ 4.6 (14) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular problem solving courses

  • Build Creative Concepts for Real Projects: Adobe
  • Graphs and Networks: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Programming Fundamentals: Duke University
  • AI Essentials: AI CERTs
  • Creativity And Entrepreneurship : Berklee
  • Design Thinking for the Greater Good: Innovation in the Social Sector: University of Virginia
  • Foundations of Six Sigma Define Phase Training: Simplilearn
  • Negotiation That Works: Strategies for Influence & Agreement: Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • Sustainable Business Strategy for Future Leaders: The Open University
  • Systematic Creative Thinking: Tools for Success: Imperial College London

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