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.

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Graphing, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Calculus, Predictive Modeling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Persistence, File I/O, C (Programming Language), Game Design, Programming Principles, Debugging, Data Store, Code Reusability, Data Modeling, Video Game Development, Computational Thinking, C and C++, System Programming, Data Integrity, File Management, Program Development, Application Development, Data Management, Data Storage, Animation and Game Design
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Program Development, Development Environment, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Computer Programming Tools, Maintainability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: AI Workflows, AI Orchestration, Agentic Workflows, Model Deployment, AI Security
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Web Development Tools, Javascript, Code Reusability, Programming Principles, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Application Programming Interface (API), Debugging, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), HTML and CSS, Computer Programming, Data Access, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Performance Tuning, Data Management, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), HTML and CSS, User Interface (UI), User Experience Design, Web Design and Development, User Interface (UI) Design, Development Environment, Web Development Tools, Front-End Web Development, Web Design, Javascript, Web Development, Web Applications, Responsive Web Design, Microsoft Visual Studio, Application Programming Interface (API), Real Time Data
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Team Motivation, Team Leadership, Project Risk Management, Team Performance Management, Mediation, Team Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Risk Management, Negotiation, Team Building, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Risk Management Framework, Continuous Improvement Process, Risk Analysis, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Process Improvement, Agile Project Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, International Finance, Derivatives, Futures Exchange, Credit Risk, Financial Market, Blockchain, Hedge Accounting, FinTech, Financial Analysis, Digital Assets, Market Dynamics, Economics, Business, Emerging Technologies, Arbitration
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Transact-SQL, Database Development, Databases, Database Theory
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Telecommuting, Coaching, Smart Goals, Team Leadership, Accountability Frameworks, Virtual Teams, Delegation Skills, Leadership and Management, Employee Training, Training Programs, Workforce Development, Performance Metric, Project Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Memory Management, C and C++, Scalability, Performance Tuning, C++ (Programming Language), Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Performance Stress Testing, Cross Platform Development, Hardware Architecture, Computing Platforms, Program Development, Application Frameworks, Software Installation, Development Environment
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Employee Retention, Performance Appraisal, Human Resource Strategy, Case Studies, Performance Review, Human Resource Policies, Human Resources Management and Planning, Employee Engagement, Performance Measurement, Human Resources, Talent Management, Human Resource Management, Compensation Strategy, People Analytics, Performance Metric, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Workforce Planning, Business Metrics, Driving engagement, Motivational Skills
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks