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 Leeds
Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Decision Making, Peer Review, Critical Thinking, Risk Analysis, Persuasive Communication, Risk Mitigation, Estimation, Risk Management, Analysis, Prioritization, Ideation, Professional Development
★ 4.8 (23) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Problem Management, Project Management Software, Self Service Technologies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Minnesota State University, Mankato
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Leadership, Decision Making, Complex Problem Solving, Strategic Thinking, Leadership Development, Business Leadership, Problem Solving, Dealing With Ambiguity, Systems Thinking, Influencing, Solution Design, Critical Thinking, Problem Management, Business Priorities, Prioritization, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Communication
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Root Cause Analysis, Plan Execution, Milestones (Project Management), Discussion Facilitation, Project Management Software, Performance Measurement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Making, Spreadsheet Software
★ 4.6 (66) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Problem Management, System Support, Network Troubleshooting, Authorization (Computing), Data Access, Data Management, Information Technology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Skills you'll gain: Model Optimization, Algorithms, Performance Tuning, Program Development
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Systems Of Measurement, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Scientific Methods, Molecular Biology, Electronics, Quantitative Research, Problem Solving, Technology Solutions
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Alex Genadinik
Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Growth Mindedness, Stress Management, Creativity, Assertiveness, Mental Concentration, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Creative Thinking, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Deductive Reasoning, Creative Problem-Solving, Verbal Communication Skills, Logical Reasoning, Entrepreneurship, Productivity, Self-Motivation, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Microsoft Excel, Data Cleansing, Debugging, Data Import/Export, Spreadsheet Software, Problem Solving, Simulations, Programming Principles, Automation, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Computer Programming, Code Reusability, Data Structures, File I/O, Data Validation, Computational Logic
★ 4.8 (4.8K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Alex Genadinik
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Critical Thinking, Data Analysis, Deductive Reasoning, Mathematical Modeling, Analysis, Experimentation, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Systems Thinking, Statistical Methods, Strategic Decision-Making, Logical Reasoning, Generative AI, Innovation, Simulations, Predictive Modeling, Programming Principles, Decision Making, Statistical Inference, Prompt Engineering
★ 4.7 (5K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months