Heuristics Courses and Certifications

Fields Institute

New Directions in Cylindrical Algebraic Decomposition

Explores recent advancements in Cylindrical Algebraic Decomposition, focusing on search-based algorithms and machine learning heuristics to improve efficiency in solving polynomial constraints.

• YouTube
• 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

USENIX

Finding Adversarial Inputs for Heuristics Using Multi-level Optimization

Discover MetaOpt: a system for analyzing heuristics in production systems, finding performance gaps, and generating adversarial inputs to improve efficiency in traffic engineering and more.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Advanced Data Structures in Java

1236 ratings at Coursera

Explore advanced data structures and algorithms for real-world problem-solving, focusing on graphs and their applications in route planning, network optimization, and resource allocation.

• Coursera
• 1 day 4 hours 42 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Methods for Solving Problems

167 ratings at Coursera

In this course, we will explore different types of problems, the boundaries of what makes a problem solvable, and the different algorithms, rules, and heuristics we can implement to solve these problems.

• Coursera
• 6 hours 53 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Interpersonal, Developmental, and Evolutionary Perspectives of the Mind

33 ratings at Coursera

In this course, we will explore how individual problem solving, judgment, and decision making can be influenced by interpersonal and developmental factors.

• Coursera
• 12 hours 32 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Evolution and Rationality: An Evolutionary Perspective on Psychology

Explore how natural selection shapes human psychology, examining evolutionary perspectives on mental phenomena, instincts, and decision-making processes in this insightful lecture on the origins of human behavior.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Behavioral Economics and Public Policy

Explore behavioral economics, decision-making processes, and public policy applications. Learn about heuristics, biases, risk preferences, and strategies to influence choices through nudges and choice architecture.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 3-4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Decision Making

Explore rational and psychological aspects of decision-making, including cognitive biases, heuristics, emotions, and group dynamics. Learn practical methods to improve decision-making skills in various contexts.

• Coursera
• 1 day 4 hours 57 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Business the Hard Way Vol 1: Sales the Hard Way

20 ratings at Udemy

Learn the ultimate framework for understanding sales and persuasion using logical argument trees and heuristics.

• Udemy
• 3-4 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

American Psychological Association

Psychological Influences on Decision Making

9 ratings at edX

Explore psychological factors influencing decisions, from cognitive biases to group dynamics. Gain insights to improve personal and professional decision-making and understand others' choices better.

• edX
• 8 weeks, 2-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Making decisions

28 ratings at OpenLearn

Do you hate making decisions? Does the ability of others to make snap decisions really frustrate you? This free course will help you understand some of the processes involved in decision making. ...

• OpenLearn
• 4 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

Behavioural Finance

Explore cognitive biases and heuristics in financial decision-making, examining their impact on investor behavior and corporate performance to improve investment strategies and governance mechanisms.

• Swayam
• 8 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Rationality for Mortals - Decision-Making Strategies for Everyday Life

Explore cognitive biases, decision-making strategies, and practical approaches to enhance rational thinking in everyday life. Gain insights into human reasoning and its limitations.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The Philosopher's Toolkit: How to Be the Most Rational Person in Any Room

60 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Learn how to sharpen your problem-solving skills and make better decisions and arguments in this dynamic course that helps you put philosophy's most practical tools into action.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 12 hours 4 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

How You Decide: The Science of Human Decision Making

32 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Join an award-winning professor and discover the surprising results from the field of decision science to learn how to make better decisions in all aspects of life.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 11 hours 53 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available