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.

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Algorithms, Problem Solving, Data Processing, Python Programming, Software Development, Data Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Communication, Presentations, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Public Speaking, Collaboration, Interpersonal Communications, Professional Development, Social Skills, Agile Project Management, Solution Delivery
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Creative Problem-Solving, AI Enablement, Expense Reports, Responsible AI, AI Personalization, Image Analysis, Creativity, LLM Application, Innovation, Brainstorming, Game Design, Expense Management, Organizational Skills, Artificial Intelligence, Lesson Planning
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Data Structures, Git (Version Control System), Generative AI, Version Control, Matplotlib, Devops Tools, Plotly, DevOps, Agile Methodology, Web Development, Data Ethics, Flask (Web Framework), Data Visualization, Scripting, GitHub, Debugging, Data Analysis, Automation, Cloud Computing
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C++ (Programming Language), Application Development, Object Oriented Design, Application Design, Program Development, Business Logic, User Interface (UI), Data Entry, Verification And Validation, Command-Line Interface, Data Validation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft 365, Target Audience, Microsoft Teams, Productivity Software, AI Enablement, Complex Problem Solving, Strategic Communication, Brainstorming, Artificial Intelligence, Communication, Project Management Software, Generative AI
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Creative Thinking, Multimedia, Cognitive flexibility, Photo Editing, Music, Storytelling, Brainstorming, Critical Thinking, Aesthetics, Systems Thinking, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Agentic systems, Workforce Management, Scalability, Workforce Planning, Solution Design
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Partnership Accounting, Liquidation, Capital Expenditure, Reconciliation, Ledgers (Accounting), Accounting, Business Valuation, Balance Sheet, Regulation and Legal Compliance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Requirements Analysis, Application Deployment, Database Design, Database Management, Business Requirements, C# (Programming Language), Application Development, Data Validation, Business Logic, UI Components, Data Access, User Interface (UI) Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Software Visualization, Pseudocode, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science, Technical Communication, Communication
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Georgia Institute of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Structural Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanics, Engineering
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months