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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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    SkillsBooster Academy

    Fundamentals of Gen AI Negotiation

    Skills you'll gain: Contract Negotiation, Generative AI Agents, Negotiation, Generative AI, Price Negotiation, LLM Application, Competitive Intelligence, Complex Problem Solving, Business Ethics, Prompt Engineering, Sales Training, Sales, Business Communication, Communication Strategies, Communication, Sales Enablement, Sales Presentation, Strategic Communication, Sales Presentations, Technical Communication

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    Northwestern University

    Organizational Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Design Thinking, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Leadership, Strategic Communication, Innovation, Collaboration, Crisis Management, Negotiation, Organizational Leadership, Ideation, Team Leadership, Resource Allocation, Human Centered Design, Teamwork, Motivational Skills, Corporate Communications, Marketing Strategies, Marketing

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    University of Michigan

    Writing and Editing: Word Choice and Word Order

    Skills you'll gain: Writing, Storytelling, Editing, Detail Oriented, Resourcefulness, Decision Making, Creativity, Communication Strategies, Professionalism, Time Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Driving business towards the Sustainable Development Goals

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainability Reporting, Social Impact, Business Ethics, Environmental Issue, Systems Thinking, Strategic Partnership, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Collaboration, Climate Change Mitigation, Complex Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Creo Incubator

    Supervisory Leadership: Empower,Trust, and Listen

    Skills you'll gain: Trustworthiness, Active Listening, Supervision, Performance Management, Empowerment, Team Leadership, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Organizational Leadership, Interpersonal Communications, Decision Making, Constructive Feedback, Communication, Mentorship, Expectation Management, Coaching, Employee Engagement, Collaboration

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Yale University

    The Science of Well-Being for Teens

    Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Mental Health, Goal Setting, Growth Mindedness, Stress Management, Resilience, Productivity, Self-Awareness, Compassion, Behavioral Health, Psychology, Mindfulness, Social Impact, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Microeconomics: The Power of Markets

    Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Economics, Market Dynamics, Market Analysis, Resource Allocation, Policy Analysis, Tax, Consumer Behaviour, Cost Benefit Analysis, Decision Making

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    University of Cambridge

    Principles of Financial Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Cash Flow Forecasting, Accrual Accounting, Financial Reporting, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Accounting, Accounting, Financial Management, Financial Modeling, Corporate Finance, Capital Markets, Cash Flows, Financial Statements, Accruals, Depreciation, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Investments, Loans, Strategic Decision-Making, Problem Solving

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Unilever

    Supply Chain Software Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Systems, Supply Chain Management, Data Management, Data Lakes, Supply Chain Planning, Data Analysis Software, Real Time Data, Business Technologies, Inventory Management System, Forecasting, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, AI Enablement, Problem Solving, Interviewing Skills

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IE Business School

    Market Research and Consumer Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Survey Creation, Surveys, Market Research, Business Research, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Strategies, Research Design, Data Analysis, Research Reports, Market Analysis, Research Methodologies, Experimentation, Customer Analysis, Focus Group, Business Marketing, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Community Awareness: Negotiating for Financial Success

    Skills you'll gain: Price Negotiation, Negotiation, Business Ethics, Contract Negotiation, Cultural Diversity, Business Communication, Conflict Management, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Finding Purpose and Meaning In Life: Living for What Matters Most

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Personal Development, Lifelong Learning, Mindfulness, Mental Health, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Fundamentals of Gen AI Negotiation: SkillsBooster Academy
  • Organizational Leadership: Northwestern University
  • Writing and Editing: Word Choice and Word Order: University of Michigan
  • Driving business towards the Sustainable Development Goals: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Supervisory Leadership: Empower,Trust, and Listen: Creo Incubator
  • The Science of Well-Being for Teens: Yale University
  • Microeconomics: The Power of Markets: University of Pennsylvania
  • Principles of Financial Leadership: University of Cambridge
  • Supply Chain Software Tools: Unilever
  • Market Research and Consumer Behavior: IE Business School

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