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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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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Specialty Topics: Biology Across Disciplines

    Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Biology, Child Development, Music, Decision Making, Liberal Arts, Education and Training, Psychology, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Business Economics, Clinical Trials

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Microsoft Project 2021 From Beginners to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Project, Earned Value Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Schedules, Resource Allocation, Calendar Management, Project Controls, Excel Macros, Project Performance, Resource Management, Timelines, Business Reporting, Resource Planning, Milestones (Project Management), Scheduling, Cost Management, Project Management, Capacity Management, Dependency Analysis, Consolidation

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    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Differential Equations Part II Series Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Calculus, Linear Algebra, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Theory & Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Glasgow

    Data-Driven Leadership Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Literacy, Business Transformation, Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development, Business Leadership, Agile Methodology, Leadership Studies, Organizational Leadership, Data Analysis, Organizational Structure, Big Data, Leadership and Management, Organizational Change, Agile Product Development, Team Leadership, Decision Making, Data Management, Critical Thinking

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    140 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Managing Conflict

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Active Listening, Mediation, Teamwork, Collaboration, De-escalation Techniques, Negotiation, Leadership, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Accountability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Nanophotonics and Detectors

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Engineering, Semiconductors, Electronics, Electronic Components, Performance Testing, Physics, Mathematical Modeling

    Build toward a degree

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    26 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Leading Diverse Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion, Intercultural Competence, Diversity Awareness, Workplace inclusivity, Organizational Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Business Leadership, People Development, Leadership, Leadership Development, Global Marketing, Decision Making

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

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    London Business School

    New Ways of Working in an AI World

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Leadership Studies, Organizational Leadership, Responsible AI, Business Transformation, Data Strategy, Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Technology Strategies, Business Strategy, Business Ethics, Case Studies, Decision Making

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    56 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Business Operations Support in Google Sheets

    Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Business Operations, Resource Allocation, Spreadsheet Software, Automation, Management Reporting, Project Controls, Workflow Management, Data Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    199 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Co-creation and challenge-based learning in Higher Education

    Skills you'll gain: Student-Centred Learning, Entrepreneurship, Train The Trainer, Design Thinking, Digital pedagogy, Problem Solving, Innovation, Creative Thinking, Higher Education, Ideation, Collaboration, Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Semantic Segmentation with Amazon Sagemaker

    Skills you'll gain: AWS SageMaker, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon Web Services, Model Deployment, Image Analysis, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon S3, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Preprocessing, Convolutional Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Machine Learning

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    95 reviews

    Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Simplilearn

    Data Analytics with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, NumPy, Data Visualization, Python Programming, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Scripting, Analytics, Data Manipulation, Real Time Data, Data Processing, Programming Principles, Data Transformation, Data Cleansing, Data Validation

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    22 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Specialty Topics: Biology Across Disciplines: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Microsoft Project 2021 From Beginners to Advanced: Packt
  • Differential Equations Part II Series Solutions: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Data-Driven Leadership Skills: University of Glasgow
  • Managing Conflict: Packt
  • Nanophotonics and Detectors: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Leading Diverse Teams: University of California, Irvine
  • New Ways of Working in an AI World: London Business School
  • Business Operations Support in Google Sheets: Coursera
  • Co-creation and challenge-based learning in Higher Education: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

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