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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


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    Arizona State University

    Resolving and Transforming Conflict

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Negotiation, Expectation Management, Collaboration, Brainstorming, Follow Through, Problem Solving, Honesty, Emotional Intelligence, Creative Problem-Solving, Communication

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Java Programming: Arrays, Lists, and Structured Data

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Java, Cryptography, Software Engineering, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Encryption, Data Analysis, Data Processing, Web Servers, File Management, Debugging

    4.6
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Creative Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Resourcefulness, Creativity, Curiosity, Strategic Thinking, Innovation, Decision Making, Collaboration

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    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IESE Business School

    Parte 1: Design Thinking para la resolución de problemas

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Problem Solving, Human Centered Design, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Verbal Communication Skills, Needs Assessment, Empathy, Customer Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The State University of New York

    Ignite Your Everyday Creativity

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Problem-Solving, Creativity, Creative Thinking, Ingenuity, Innovation, Problem Solving, Cognitive flexibility, Curiosity, Open Mindset, Recognizing Others, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Dealing With Ambiguity

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Planning a Patient Safety or Quality Improvement Project (Patient Safety III)

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Solution Design, Quality Improvement, Patient Flow, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Patient Safety, Creative Problem-Solving, Innovation, Brainstorming, Project Management, User Centered Design, Creativity, Collaboration, Empathy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    198 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Habilidades de pensamiento y solución de problemas

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Critical Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Creative Thinking, Analytical Skills, Cognitive flexibility, Collaboration, Open Mindset, Decision Making

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    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Computational Logic, Advanced Mathematics, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Graph Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Software, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Program Development, Performance Tuning, Linear Algebra

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Building Intelligent Troubleshooting Agents

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing, LLM Application, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Engineering, Test Case, Agentic systems, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Performance Testing, Debugging, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Algorithms, Decision Support Systems, Performance Tuning

    4.2
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    15 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IESE Business School

    Parte 2: Design Thinking para la formulación de problemas

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, User Research, Qualitative Research, Human Centered Design, User Experience, Customer experience improvement, Empathy, Problem Solving, Persona Development, Interviewing Skills

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Utrecht University

    Unravelling solutions for Future Food problems

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Food and Beverage, Socioeconomics, Sustainable Development, Health Disparities, Environmental Science, Economics, Psychology, Biotechnology

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Algorithmic Toolbox

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Program Development, Debugging, Development Testing, Software Testing, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Bioinformatics

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Resolving and Transforming Conflict : Arizona State University
  • Java Programming: Arrays, Lists, and Structured Data: Duke University
  • Creative Thinking: Arizona State University
  • Parte 1: Design Thinking para la resolución de problemas: IESE Business School
  • Ignite Your Everyday Creativity: The State University of New York
  • Planning a Patient Safety or Quality Improvement Project (Patient Safety III): Johns Hopkins University
  • Habilidades de pensamiento y solución de problemas: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Building Intelligent Troubleshooting Agents: Microsoft
  • Parte 2: Design Thinking para la formulación de problemas: IESE Business School

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