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.

United Cities and Local Governments of Africa
Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Risk Management, Finance, Financial Policy, Risk Analysis, Fiscal Management, Community Development, Capital Expenditure, Decision Making, Financial Systems, Economic Development, Sustainable Development, Tax Management, Tax, Revenue Management, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement
Beginner · Course · 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, Statistical Methods, Continuous Improvement Process, Innovation, Operations Management, Quality Control, Probability & Statistics, Patient-centered Care, Problem Solving
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Accountability Frameworks, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Change Management, Organizational Change, Team Motivation, Leadership, Management Training And Development, Motivational Skills, Trustworthiness, Organizational Leadership, Accountability, Communication Strategies, Visionary, Leadership Development, Workplace inclusivity, Decision Making, Leadership and Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Cross-Functional Team Leadership
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Self-Awareness, Web Presence, Personal Development, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, Growth Mindedness, Timelines, Goal Setting, Community Development, Decision Making, Planning, Entrepreneurship, Journey Mapping
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Classification Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Model Training, Machine Learning Algorithms, Predictive Modeling, Supervised Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Data Analysis
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Prompt Engineering Tools, Presentations, Generative AI, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, Brainstorming, Productivity Software, Microsoft Office, Creative Problem-Solving, Artificial Intelligence, Writing, Microsoft 365, Business Communication, User Interface (UI), Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Software, Operational Analysis, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Algorithms, Model Optimization
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Product Development, Design Thinking, Market Research, Revenue Forecasting, Market Opportunities, Quantitative Research, Customer Insights, User Research, Consumer Behaviour, Ideation, Market Analysis, Target Market, Forecasting, Innovation, Target Audience, Needs Assessment, Analysis, Data Collection, Decision Making
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Cape Town
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Business Modeling, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Planning, Innovation, Market Opportunities, New Business Development, FinTech, Case Studies, Professional Networking, Mobile Banking, Business Development, Growth Strategies, Financial Regulation, Fundraising
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Resource Allocation, Stakeholder Engagement, Change Control, Program Management, Change Management, Stakeholder Communications, Organizational Change, Resource Planning, Resource Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Governance, Program Implementation, Cost Management, Earned Value Management, Team Building, Procurement, Project Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Management Life Cycle
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Alfaisal University | KLD
Skills you'll gain: Creative Problem-Solving, Cognitive flexibility, Innovation, Leadership Studies, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development, Thought Leadership, Adaptability, Dealing With Ambiguity, Leadership and Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Community Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Community Organizing, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Research, Culture, Qualitative Research, Research Methodologies, Collaboration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks