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.

The University of Sydney
Skills you'll gain: Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Analytical Skills, Critical Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Case Studies, Research, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Complex Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creative Problem-Solving, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Resourcefulness, Risk Analysis, Business Ethics, Social Impact, Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Technical Communication, Network Troubleshooting, Performance Tuning, Problem Management, Technical Documentation, Technical Support, System Monitoring, Incident Management, Application Performance Management, Continuous Integration, Continuous Monitoring, Linux Commands
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making, Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Spreadsheet Software
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Howard University
Skills you'll gain: Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Data Modeling, Business Modeling, Business Analysis, Product Assortment, Price Negotiation, Business Process, Financial Modeling, Investment Management, Process Improvement and Optimization, Business Strategy, Trend Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks


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

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, C (Programming Language), Data Structures, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Program Development, Data Storage, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Python Programming, Mathematical Modeling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Curiosity, Ingenuity, Problem Solving, Ideation, Independent Thinking, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Design Thinking, Innovation, Collaboration, Discussion Facilitation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Creative Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Team Building, Teamwork, Team Leadership, Solution Selling, Resourcefulness, Business Solutions, Creativity, Collaboration, Analytical Skills, Decision Making, Business Ethics, Strategic Decision-Making, Conflict Management, Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months