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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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    PracticalGrowth

    Digital tools, Automation, & AI for Project Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Project Documentation, Workflow Management, Project Management, Agile Project Management, Collaborative Software, Automation, Project Risk Management, AI Enablement, Process Improvement, Prioritization, Virtual Teams, Accountability, Governance, Decision Making, Communication Strategies

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Market Research Analyst: AI, Power BI, SurveyMonkey skilled

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Harvard Business Review

    Lead with Integrity

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Personal Integrity, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Trustworthiness, Cultural Diversity, Workplace inclusivity, Decision Making, Professionalism, Strong Work Ethic, Honesty, Courage, Leadership Studies, Empathy, Cultural Sensitivity, Accountability, Advocacy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    PracticalGrowth

    Program & Portfolio Strategy for Scaling Delivery

    Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Organizational Strategy, Capacity Planning, Project Management, Product Roadmaps, Prioritization, Dependency Analysis, Coordination, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Portfolio Management, Governance, Change Control, Risk Management, Decision Making, Business Valuation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Software Developer Career Guide and Interview Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Software, Software Development, Interviewing Skills, Software Engineering, Relationship Building, Professional Development, Application Development, Professionalism, Verbal Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Communication, Back-End Web Development

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Cloud Assist 조사를 활용하여 AI를 통해 문제 해결하기

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Network Troubleshooting, Cloud Engineering, Cloud Services, Problem Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Management, Incident Response

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Influencing People

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Professional Networking, Initiative and Leadership, Relationship Building, Public Speaking, Decision Making, Negotiation, People Development, Social Skills, Organizational Structure

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Alex Genadinik

    Delivering Bad News To Customers During Customer Service

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Service, Customer Complaint Resolution, Customer Relationship Building, Trustworthiness, Tactfulness, Professionalism, Expectation Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Empathy, Business Communication, Honesty, Creative Problem-Solving

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Toronto

    The Arts and Science of Relationships: Understanding Human Needs

    Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Social Skills, Active Listening, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Needs Assessment, Assertiveness, Psychology, Cultural Diversity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Cloud SQL Infrastructure, Security, and Reliability

    Skills you'll gain: Data Infrastructure, Cloud Infrastructure, Capacity Planning, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Database Architecture and Administration, Cloud Security, Disaster Recovery, Capacity Management, Terraform, Data Security, Site Reliability Engineering, Security Requirements Analysis, Problem Management, Solution Architecture, Performance Tuning, Data Integrity, Resource Management, Business Continuity Planning, Performance Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Workplace Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Emotional Intelligence, Active Listening, Compassion, Leadership, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Visionary, Team Leadership, Social Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Decision Making, Organizational Leadership, Team Motivation, Diversity and Inclusion, Relationship Building, Diversity Awareness, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Collaboration

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Digital tools, Automation, & AI for Project Managers: PracticalGrowth
  • Market Research Analyst: AI, Power BI, SurveyMonkey skilled: Coursera
  • Lead with Integrity: Harvard Business Review
  • Microeconomics: The Power of Markets: University of Pennsylvania
  • Program & Portfolio Strategy for Scaling Delivery: PracticalGrowth
  • Software Developer Career Guide and Interview Preparation: IBM
  • Cloud Assist 조사를 활용하여 AI를 통해 문제 해결하기: Google Cloud
  • Influencing People: University of Michigan
  • Delivering Bad News To Customers During Customer Service: Alex Genadinik
  • The Arts and Science of Relationships: Understanding Human Needs: University of Toronto

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