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.

Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Bayesian Statistics, Behavioral Economics, Probability, Economics, Markov Model, Problem Solving, Algorithms, Correlation Analysis, Probability Distribution
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: Agile Project Management, Backlogs, Agile Methodology, User Story, Sprint Planning, Agile Product Development, Product Roadmaps, Sprint Retrospectives, Coaching, Team Management, Team Oriented, Team Building, Organizational Change, Waterfall Methodology, Prioritization, Problem Solving, Influencing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Sprint Retrospectives, Stakeholder Communications, Quality Assessment, Project Management, Quality Management, Quality Assurance, Milestones (Project Management), Stakeholder Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Stakeholder Engagement, AI Enablement, Interviewing Skills, Project Scoping, Meeting Facilitation, Smart Goals, Project Documentation, Project Planning, Discussion Facilitation, Communication Planning, Problem Solving
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Amazon Web Services
Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Prompt Engineering, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Amazon CloudWatch, Generative AI, Identity and Access Management, AWS CloudFormation, Generative Model Architectures, Amazon DynamoDB, Software Development Life Cycle, Large Language Modeling, Amazon Web Services, Professional Networking, Extract, Transform, Load, Software Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Management, Data Management, Problem Solving, Teamwork
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Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Matlab, Programming Principles, Functional Design, Computer Programming, Code Reusability, Program Development, Computational Logic, Computer Science, Data Import/Export, Mathematical Software, C (Programming Language), Debugging, Computer Programming Tools, File Management, Data Structures, Data Persistence, Plot (Graphics), Problem Solving
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Presentations, Collaboration, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Root Cause Analysis, Constructive Feedback, Interpersonal Communications, Oral Expression, Communication, Team Collaboration, Persuasive Communication, Creative Problem-Solving, Virtual Teams, Social Skills, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Professional Development, Professionalism, Follow Through, Conscientiousness
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
Multiple educators
Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Data Structures, Event-Driven Programming, File I/O, Interactive Data Visualization, Java, Java Programming, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), User Interface (UI), Debugging, Software Testing, Computer Programming, Cryptography, Software Engineering, Bioinformatics, Algorithms, Data Analysis, Software Design, Problem Solving
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Skills you'll gain: Quality Management, Project Closure, Scope Management, Team Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Product Quality (QA/QC), Sprint Retrospectives, Project Management, Project Planning, Agile Project Management, Quality Assessment, Quality Assurance, Backlogs, Team Leadership, Project Scoping, Stakeholder Analysis, Stakeholder Communications, Change Management, Web Presence, Interviewing Skills
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Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: English Language, Critical Thinking, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Literacy, Writing, Oral Expression, Learning Strategies, Language Competency, Analytical Skills, Active Listening, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Aesthetics, Verbal Communication Skills, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Language Learning, Communication Strategies, Problem Solving, Organizational Skills, Communication
Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Information Technology Infrastructure Library, IT Service Management, Service Management, Service Improvement, Information Technology Operations, IT Management, Service Level, Information Technology, Continuous Improvement Process, Governance, Problem Management, Asset Management, Configuration Management, Operations Management, Operational Efficiency, Business Relationship Management, Customer experience improvement, Incident Management, Application Frameworks, Problem Solving
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Dashboard Creation, Excel Formulas, Dashboard, Pivot Tables And Charts, Plot (Graphics), Microsoft Excel, Data Validation, Data Management, Data Cleansing, Data Entry, Data Sharing, Data Import/Export, Spreadsheet Software, Data Transformation, Microsoft Office, Data Analysis Software, Analysis, Data Integrity, Problem Solving
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Deep Teaching Solutions
Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Lifelong Learning, Human Learning, Problem Solving, Mental Concentration, Learning Styles, Time Management, Cognitive flexibility, Productivity, Growth Mindedness, Planning, Self-Awareness, Professional Development, Habit Formation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months