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.

Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Data Modeling, Jupyter, Data Collection, Model Deployment, Business Analysis, Data Science, Software Development Methodologies, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Cleansing, Analytical Skills, Data Analysis, Data Mining, Business Process, Classification Algorithms, Data Preprocessing, Model Evaluation, User Feedback
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Negotiation, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Performance, Business Correspondence, Concision, Project Planning, Communication Planning, Editing, Change Control, Grammar, Project Management, Proofreading, Risk Management, Emotional Intelligence, Performance Metric, Open Mindset, Relationship Building, Team Management, Communication
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Personal Development, Resilience, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Problem Solving, Emotional Intelligence, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Stress Management, Leadership, Neurology, Human Learning, Learning Strategies, Psychology, Life Sciences, Anatomy, Business, Physiology
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Program Development, Technical Design, Debugging, Problem Solving, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creativity, Decision Making, Human Learning, Usability, Psychology, Human Centered Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Scrimba
Skills you'll gain: Software Design Patterns, Software Design, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Program Development, Computer Programming, Software Development, Data Structures, Problem Solving, Computer Science, Machine Learning Methods
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI Agents, Agentic Workflows, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, AI Enablement, AI Orchestration, AI Product Strategy, Workflow Management, Prompt Engineering Tools, Multimodal Prompts, OpenAI, Agentic systems, AI Personalization, Strategic Decision-Making, Thought Leadership, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Responsible AI, Business Strategy
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Pseudocode, Algorithms, Computer Science, Formal Learning, Software Engineering, Program Development, Data Science, Analysis, Debugging, Technical Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Analysis, Decision Making, Innovation, Strategic Decision-Making, New Product Development, User Research, Organizational Strategy, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Technology, Problem Solving, Process Analysis, Planning, Return On Investment
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Secure Coding, Brute-force attacks, Cyber Security Assessment, Python Programming, Programming Principles, File I/O, Algorithms, Debugging, Scripting, Data Structures, User Interface (UI), Statistical Programming, UI Components, Application Development, File Management
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Brainstorming, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Ideation, Human Centered Design, Problem Solving, Curiosity, Innovation, Cognitive flexibility, Self-Awareness, Empathy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Deep Teaching Solutions
Skills you'll gain: Deductive Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, Critical Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Case Studies, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Decision Making, Persuasive Communication, Verbal Communication Skills
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks