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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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    EDUCBA

    Time Management and Scheduling for Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Project Controls, Project Schedules, Scheduling, Project Estimation, Timelines, Project Management, Time Management, Milestones (Project Management), Project Planning, Estimation, Project Management Software, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Resource Allocation, Resource Planning, Project Risk Management, Practice Management, Dependency Analysis, Resource Management, Key Management, LESS

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    Pearson

    Principles of Management

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Strategy, Performance Measurement, Team Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Employee Engagement, Team Management, Organizational Leadership, Teamwork, Benchmarking, Team Building, Behavior Management, Business Planning, Organizational Structure, Team Leadership, Organizational Change, Human Resources, Business Management, Business Ethics, Decision Making, People Management

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Leadership and Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Strategic Prioritization, Prioritization, Business Priorities, Operational Excellence, Growth Mindedness, Plan Execution, AI Enablement, Risking, Microsoft Copilot, Process Optimization, Process Improvement and Optimization, Organizational Change, Performance Improvement, AI literacy, Operational Efficiency, Follow Through, Process Improvement, Decision Making, Strategic Leadership

    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rice University

    Physics of Geometrical and Physical Optics

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Physical Science, Calculus, Linear Algebra, Integral Calculus, Problem Solving

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Valuation and Financial Modeling

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Business Valuation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Financial Data, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Balance Sheet, Depreciation, Finance, Investment Banking, Financial Statements, Revenue Forecasting, Corporate Finance, Forecasting, Analysis, Business, Estimation, Working Capital, Decision Making, Research

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    AI Ethics, Governance, and Risk - The Complete Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Risking, Business Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, AI literacy, Decision Making, Accountability Frameworks, Diversity Awareness, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Governance, Regulatory Requirements, Safety Assurance, Data Modeling, Dimensionality Reduction, Design, Power BI, SQL, Apache

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    INSEAD

    Introduction to Blockchain Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Ledgers (Accounting), Financial Inclusion, FinTech, Emerging Technologies, General Ledger, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Payment Systems, Digital Assets, Stakeholder Analysis, Cryptographic Protocols, Distributed Computing, Stakeholder Engagement, Digital Transformation, Transaction Processing, Information Privacy, Governance, Network Security, Data Integrity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Madecraft

    Modern Business Strategy and Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Prioritization, Decision Making, Business Ethics, Augmented Reality, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Growth Mindedness, Time Management, Creativity, Creative Thinking, Digital Assets, Self-Motivation, Strategic Decision-Making, Game Design, Overcoming Obstacles, Habit Formation, Goal Setting, Innovation, Productivity, Business Strategy

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    AI-Driven Insights, Validation and Scenario Modeling

    Skills you'll gain: Anomaly Detection, Data Storytelling, Financial Acumen, Audit Working Papers, Financial Data, Financial Modeling, Variance Analysis, Financial Analysis, Auditing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Box Plots, Power BI, Risk Analysis, Financial Reporting, Decision Making, Microsoft Excel, Scenario Testing, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft 365, Generative AI

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SAP

    Foundations of Business Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Business Analysis, SAP Signavio, Stakeholder Engagement, SAP Analytics Cloud, Stakeholder Communications, Business Analysis Tools, SAP Applications, Stakeholder Analysis, ChatGPT, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Strategy, Communication, Critical Thinking

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Applied Social Network Analysis in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Network Model, Graph Theory, Data Analysis, Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Python Programming, Algorithms

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    ESSEC Business School

    L'avenir de la décision : connaître et agir en complexité

    Skills you'll gain: Complex Problem Solving, Decision Making, Systems Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, International Relations, Forecasting, Social Sciences, Education and Training, Organizational Structure, Organizational Change, Human Learning, Organizational Effectiveness, Knowledge Transfer, Sociology, Informatics, Human Development, Economic Development, Psychology

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Time Management and Scheduling for Projects: EDUCBA
  • Principles of Management: Pearson
  • Microsoft Leadership and Innovation: Microsoft
  • Physics of Geometrical and Physical Optics: Rice University
  • Valuation and Financial Modeling: EDUCBA
  • AI Ethics, Governance, and Risk - The Complete Guide: Packt
  • Introduction to Blockchain Technologies: INSEAD
  • Modern Business Strategy and Innovation: Madecraft
  • AI-Driven Insights, Validation and Scenario Modeling: Microsoft
  • Foundations of Business Analysis: SAP

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