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: Conflict Management, Negotiation, Expectation Management, Collaboration, Brainstorming, Follow Through, Problem Solving, Honesty, Emotional Intelligence, Creative Problem-Solving, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Java, Cryptography, Software Engineering, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Encryption, Data Analysis, Data Processing, Web Servers, File Management, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Resourcefulness, Creativity, Curiosity, Strategic Thinking, Innovation, Decision Making, Collaboration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

IESE Business School
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Problem Solving, Human Centered Design, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Verbal Communication Skills, Needs Assessment, Empathy, Customer Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The State University of New York
Skills you'll gain: Creative Problem-Solving, Creativity, Creative Thinking, Ingenuity, Innovation, Problem Solving, Cognitive flexibility, Curiosity, Open Mindset, Recognizing Others, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Dealing With Ambiguity
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Solution Design, Quality Improvement, Patient Flow, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Patient Safety, Creative Problem-Solving, Innovation, Brainstorming, Project Management, User Centered Design, Creativity, Collaboration, Empathy
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Tecnológico de Monterrey
Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Critical Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Creative Thinking, Analytical Skills, Cognitive flexibility, Collaboration, Open Mindset, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Computational Logic, Advanced Mathematics, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Graph Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Software, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Program Development, Performance Tuning, Linear Algebra
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing, LLM Application, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Engineering, Test Case, Agentic systems, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Performance Testing, Debugging, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Algorithms, Decision Support Systems, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

IESE Business School
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, User Research, Qualitative Research, Human Centered Design, User Experience, Customer experience improvement, Empathy, Problem Solving, Persona Development, Interviewing Skills
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Utrecht University
Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Food and Beverage, Socioeconomics, Sustainable Development, Health Disparities, Environmental Science, Economics, Psychology, Biotechnology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Program Development, Debugging, Development Testing, Software Testing, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Bioinformatics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months