Complex Problem Solving
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Complex Problem Solving

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Program Details

  • Duration: 3 Months
  • Language: English
  • Fees: €900
  • Study Mode: Full-time / Part-time
  • Registration Deadline: Q4: September 30th, 2026
  • Entry requirements:
    • High school diploma or equivalent
    • Basic computer literacy
    • English Level B1 (CEFR) or equivalent

Study Access

Pay for one quarter and have access to the learning materials for 6 months, with the option to extend access if needed.

Program Coordinator

Dr. Maurice Steinhoff
Dr. Maurice Steinhoff

About This Course

The ability to solve complex problems is one of the most important skills you can develop in the digital age. As we move forward into a future shaped by rapid technological change, you will encounter challenges that don’t fit neatly into a box. Problems are becoming more nuanced, more interconnected, and require a blend of creativity, analytical thinking, and collaboration to solve. In this course, you will learn how to tackle these challenges head-on.

Dr. Maurice Steinhoff designed this course to be highly experiential, encouraging you to think outside the box, work effectively in teams, and embrace a dynamic learning process. Together, we’ll navigate problem-solving techniques that will serve you not just in this course, but throughout your professional journey.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, my goal is that you’ll:

  • Have a strong foundation in the theoretical and methodological aspects of solving complex problems.
  • Be able to dissect and address intricate challenges, understanding how different elements intertwine.
  • Develop your cognitive, emotional, and social skills to tackle issues both individually and as part of a team.
  • Master the art of teamwork and conflict management — skills crucial to any leadership role.
  • Present complex problems and propose solutions confidently in front of an audience, even when faced with constructive criticism.

Study Programs

This course is mandatory for the following study programs:

  • M.Sc. Applied AI
  • M.Sc. Cybersecurity
  • M.Sc. Advanced Digital Reality
  • M.Sc. Digital Leadership

This course is offered as an elective for the following study programs:

  • None

Micro Degree

  • This course is offered as a micro degree.
  • German UDS Micro Degrees are compatible with the European MOOC Consortiums Common Micro Credentials Framework.
  • Micro Degrees will be rewarded with an equivalent of 5 ECTS.
  • Micro Degrees are offered to non-regular students and require a fee of €900.

Requirements

Knowledge and skills as provided in the Prep courses.

General Information

  • Teaching Format: Experience-based learning
  • Total Workload Master: 125h (40h/85h) / 5 ECTS
  • Total Workload MBA: N/A
  • Total Workload Micro Degree: 125h (40h/85h) / Equivalent to 5 ECTS
  • Module coordinator: Dr. Maurice Steinhoff
  • Examinations: Quizzes, presentations, project reports, and written exams.
  • Offered: Even quarters

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