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.

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Markov Model, Molecular Biology, Machine Learning Methods, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Data Structures
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Performance Improvement, Statistical Process Controls, Operational Analysis, Process Improvement, Statistical Methods, Continuous Improvement Process, Innovation, Operations Management, Probability & Statistics, Problem Solving
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Data Validation, Excel Formulas, Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Complex Problem Solving, Data Management
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Health Care Administration, Patient Safety, Healthcare Project Management, Leadership, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Safety Standards, Health Informatics, Decision Making, Teamwork, Reliability, Risk Management, Patient-centered Care, Collaboration, Problem Solving, Communication Strategies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Innovation, Higher Education, Student-Centred Learning, Entrepreneurship, Professional Development, Training and Development, Training Programs, Collaboration, Project Design, Problem Solving, New Business Development, Adaptability, Social Impact
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Operations Research, Computational Logic, Data Structures
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, Process Design, Business Modeling, Customer experience strategy (CX), Business Process, Business Strategy, New Product Development, Strategic Partnership, Customer Analysis, Value Propositions, Product Management, Resource Allocation, Lean Methodologies, Market Opportunities
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Cape Town
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Social Impact, Influencing, Research, Sustainable Development, Policy Analysis, Change Management, Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Capacity Planning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Earned Value Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Planning, Stakeholder Management, Team Leadership, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Scoping, Project Documentation, Project Schedules, Agile Project Management, Quality Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Risk Management, Cost Management, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Selling Techniques, Business, Marketing, Economics, Advertising, Market Dynamics, Case Studies, Business Solutions, Market Analysis, Product Strategy, Business Planning, Complex Problem Solving
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

IE Business School
Skills you'll gain: Intelligence Collection and Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Competitive Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Analysis, Business Intelligence, Digital Transformation, Timelines, Decision Making, Trend Analysis, Stakeholder Analysis, Business Strategy, Complex Problem Solving, International Relations, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Forecasting, Artificial Intelligence
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Adaptability, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Planning, Personal Development, Academic Advising, Higher Education, Goal Setting, Family Support, Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks