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.

Columbia University
Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Project Risk Management, Scheduling, Construction Management, Timelines, Lean Methodologies, Architecture and Construction, Construction Engineering, Milestones (Project Management), Diagram Design, Project Management Software, Work Breakdown Structure, Resource Allocation, Dependency Analysis
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Physics, electromagnetics, Materials science, Mechanics, Physical Science, Vibrations, Trigonometry, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Problem Solving
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Health Technology, Health Systems, Health Policy, Health Care, Informatics, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Health Information Management, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, System Requirements, Interoperability, Electronic Medical Record, Data Literacy, Technology Strategies, Medical Imaging, Emerging Technologies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Capitals Coalition
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Business Risk Management, Sustainable Development, Natural Resource Management, Business Valuation, Sustainability Reporting, Stakeholder Analysis, Risk Analysis, Human Capital, Risk Management, Decision Making, Problem Solving, Business Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

ESSEC Business School
Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Complex Problem Solving, Risk Management, Systems Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Forecasting, Business Management, Organizational Structure, Socioeconomics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Human Development, Cultural Diversity, Organizational Effectiveness, Business, Informatics, Education and Training, Marketing, Information Technology, Innovation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Management Accounting, Cost Accounting, Operating Cost, Cost Benefit Analysis, Cost Management, Budget Management, Financial Accounting, Financial Data, Financial Analysis, Decision Making, Resource Allocation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Professional Networking, Business Management, Staff Management, Leadership and Management, People Management, Planning, Customer Service, Business Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Leadership, Change Management, Decision Making
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Organizational Leadership, Business Ethics, Change Management, Business Management, Decision Making, Organizational Effectiveness, Strategic Leadership, People Management, Organizational Structure, Influencing, Strategic Thinking, Culture, People Analytics
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: ServiceNow, Problem Management, Incident Management, IT Service Management, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Release Management, Service Management, Change Management, Problem Solving, Root Cause Analysis, IT Management, Operational Efficiency, Automation, Workflow Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Health Equity, Social Determinants Of Health, Sustainable Development, Empowerment, Community Development, Social Impact, Community and Social Work, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Self-Awareness, Student Engagement, Interactive Learning, Needs Assessment, Analytical Skills, Cultural Diversity, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The University of Sydney
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, Business Modeling, Product Design, Product Development, Business Strategy, Strategic Communication, Market Research, Corporate Strategy, Case Studies, User Feedback, Product Testing, Customer Insights
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Computational Thinking, Computer Vision, Game Theory, Image Analysis, Probability, Artificial Neural Networks, Mathematical Modeling, Behavioral Economics, Convolutional Neural Networks, Algorithms, Human Development, Analytical Skills, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computer Graphics, Artificial Intelligence, Psychology, Human Learning, Theoretical Computer Science, Human Machine Interfaces
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months