• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Degrees
​
Log In
Join for Free
  • Browse
  • Problem Solving

Problem Solving Courses

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.


Popular Problem Solving Courses and Certifications


  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    A

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Creative Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Curiosity, Creativity, Problem Solving, Independent Thinking, Design Thinking, Innovation, Cognitive flexibility, Collaboration, Discussion Facilitation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    C

    Coursera

    Algorithmic Solutions: Design, Problem Solving, Reporting

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Technical Communication, Computational Thinking, Solution Design, Programming Principles, Software Design, Theoretical Computer Science, Technical Writing, Data Structures, Applied Mathematics

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    28 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    C

    Coursera

    Solve Common Issues

    Skills you'll gain: Issue Tracking, Problem Management, AI Enablement, Help Desk Support, End User Training and Support, Project Management Software, Self Service Technologies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    C

    Coursera

    Solution Design & Presentation

    Skills you'll gain: Solution Sales Engineering, Sales Presentation, Solution Selling, B2B Sales, Sales Presentations, Stakeholder Communications, Risk Mitigation, Consultative Selling, Proposal Development, Enterprise Sales, Selling Techniques, Business Risk Management, Sales Strategy, Stakeholder Engagement, Risk Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), General Sales Practices, Proposal Writing, Problem Solving, Value-Based Care

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    A

    Arizona State University

    Collaboration For Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Public Speaking, Problem Solving, Positivity, Lecturing, Presentations, Storytelling, Optimism, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Decisiveness, Complex Problem Solving, Oral Expression, Communication Strategies, Empowerment, Growth Mindedness, Creative Problem-Solving, Root Cause Analysis, Independent Thinking, Data Collection

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    211 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    M

    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Leading Decisions, Problems, and Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Decision Making, 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

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Solución de problemas y toma de decisiones

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Ideation, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Staff Management, Decisiveness, Overcoming Obstacles, Discussion Facilitation, Meeting Facilitation, Teamwork, Goal Setting, Collaboration, Leadership

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    738 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Professional IQ: Preventing and Solving Problems at Work

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Influencing, Negotiation, Leadership, Professional Development, Personal Development, Conflict Management, Decision Making, Persuasive Communication, Rapport Building, Leadership Development, Relationship Building, Business Ethics, Professionalism, Communication, Relationship Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    144 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Packt

    Advanced Algorithms and Problem-Solving Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    C

    Coursera

    Fix Confluence Issues

    Skills you'll gain: Problem Management, Issue Tracking, Network Troubleshooting, Collaborative Software, Incident Management, Help Desk Support, Debugging, System Support, Governance, Incident Response, Solution Design, Cyber Governance, Change Control, Content Management Systems, IT Management, Systems Analysis, Identity and Access Management, Technical Documentation, Software Documentation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    University of Leeds

    Decision Making - How to Choose the Right Problem to Solve

    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, Proposal Development, Constructive Feedback, Professional Development

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    20 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    D

    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Making Math Click: Understand Math Without Fear

    Skills you'll gain: Student Engagement, Differentiated Instruction, Lifelong Learning, Persistence, Learning Theory, Tenacity, Problem Solving

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    27 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

1…567…190

In summary, here are 10 of our most popular problem solving courses

  • Professional Skills: Creative Thinking: Arizona State University
  • Algorithmic Solutions: Design, Problem Solving, Reporting: Coursera
  • Solve Common Issues: Coursera
  • Solution Design & Presentation: Coursera
  • Collaboration For Everyone: Arizona State University
  • Leading Decisions, Problems, and Impact: Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • Solución de problemas y toma de decisiones: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Professional IQ: Preventing and Solving Problems at Work: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Advanced Algorithms and Problem-Solving Techniques: Packt
  • Fix Confluence Issues: Coursera

Skills you can learn in Algorithms

Graphs (22)
Mathematical Optimization (21)
Computer Program (20)
Data Structure (19)
Problem Solving (19)
Algebra (12)
Computer Vision (10)
Discrete Mathematics (10)
Graph Theory (10)
Image Processing (10)
Linear Algebra (10)
Reinforcement Learning (10)

Other topics to explore

Arts and Humanities
338 courses
Business
1095 courses
Computer Science
668 courses
Data Science
425 courses
Information Technology
145 courses
Health
471 courses
Math and Logic
70 courses
Personal Development
137 courses
Physical Science and Engineering
413 courses
Social Sciences
401 courses
Language Learning
150 courses

Coursera Footer

Skills

  • Accounting
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • Human Resources (HR)
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Project Management
  • Python
  • SQL

Professional Certificates

  • Google AI Certificate
  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
  • Google Data Analytics Certificate
  • Google IT Support Certificate
  • Google Project Management Certificate
  • Google UX Design Certificate
  • IBM AI Engineering Certificate
  • IBM AI Product Manager Certificate
  • IBM Data Science Certificate
  • Intuit Academy Bookkeeping Certificate

Courses & Specializations

  • AI Essentials Specialization
  • AI For Business Specialization
  • AI For Everyone Course
  • AI in Healthcare Specialization
  • Deep Learning Specialization
  • Excel Skills for Business Specialization
  • Financial Markets Course
  • Machine Learning Specialization
  • Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT Course
  • Python for Everybody Specialization

Career Resources

  • Career Aptitude Test
  • CAPM Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA A+ Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA Security+ Certification Requirements
  • Essential IT Certifications
  • Free IT Certifications and Courses
  • High-Income Skills to Learn
  • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
  • PMP Certification Requirements
  • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications

Coursera

  • About
  • What We Offer
  • Leadership
  • Careers
  • Catalog
  • Coursera Plus
  • Professional Certificates
  • MasterTrack® Certificates
  • Degrees
  • For Enterprise
  • For Government
  • For Campus
  • Become a Partner
  • Social Impact
  • Free Courses
  • Share your Coursera learning story

Community

  • Learners
  • Partners
  • Beta Testers
  • Blog
  • The Coursera Podcast
  • Tech Blog

More

  • Press
  • Investors
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Help
  • Accessibility
  • Contact
  • Articles
  • Directory
  • Affiliates
  • Modern Slavery Statement
  • Cookies Preference Center
Learn Anywhere
Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play
Logo of Certified B Corporation
© 2026 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Coursera Facebook
  • Coursera Linkedin
  • Coursera Twitter
  • Coursera YouTube
  • Coursera Instagram
  • Coursera TikTok