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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 Glasgow

    Data-Driven Leadership Skills Course 2: Agile Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Agile Methodology, Strategic Leadership, Business Transformation, Data Analysis, Leadership, Leadership Development, Organizational Leadership, Big Data, Leadership and Management, Team Leadership, Decision Making, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Organizational Structure

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    ChatGPT for Creatives

    Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Prompt Engineering, Storytelling, Brainstorming, ChatGPT, Creativity, Learning Strategies, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Game Design, Storyboarding, Artificial Intelligence, Content Creation, Writing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Parsons School of Design, The New School

    Leveraging Design Methods to Identify Business Opportunities

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Market Opportunities, Design and Product, Business Risk Management, Strategic Thinking, Process Design, Human Centered Design, Innovation, Design, User Experience, Business Modeling, Customer experience strategy (CX), Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Project Practicum with Multiple Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications, Work Breakdown Structure, Program Management, Project Management, Resource Planning, Resource Utilization, Agile Project Management, Project Risk Management, Resource Allocation, Scheduling, Project Schedules, Agile Methodology, Portfolio Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru

    Risk, Return and Valuation

    Skills you'll gain: Business Valuation, Return On Investment, Finance, Financial Analysis, Portfolio Risk, Business Risk Management, Cost Benefit Analysis, Capital Budgeting, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Social Impact, Portfolio Management, Corporate Finance, Cash Flows, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    From Data to Decisions: Getting Started with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Literacy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Prompt Engineering, Analytical Skills, Artificial Intelligence, Probability & Statistics, Decision Making

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    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Macquarie University

    مهارات الإكسل الخاصة التجارية: المستوى المتوسط الثاني

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Microsoft Excel, Data Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Excel Formulas, Business Modeling, Spreadsheet Software, Data Validation, Automation, Complex Problem Solving, Data Security, Operations Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Environmental Project Management: Stakeholder Outreach

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Stakeholder Management, Data Visualization, Persuasive Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Analysis, Data Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Storytelling, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Strategic Communication, Project Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    의사 결정을 위한 비즈니스 분석

    Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Risk Analysis, Data Analysis, Decision Making, Business Modeling, Trend Analysis, Process Optimization, Simulation and Simulation Software, Market Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Unsupervised Learning

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

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    L&T EduTech

    Production of concrete

    Skills you'll gain: Production Process, Manufacturing Operations, Construction Engineering, Plant Operations and Management, Construction, Manufacturing Processes, Laboratory Testing, Product Testing, Civil Engineering, Manufacturing Standards, Materials science, Analytical Testing, Technical Standard

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Classification Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Classification Algorithms, Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Logistic Regression, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Predictive Modeling, Feature Engineering, Data Preprocessing, Bayesian Statistics, Probability & Statistics

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Teoria dos Jogos: Da Teoria à Prática

    Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Conflict Management, Bidding, Business Strategy, Negotiation, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Market Dynamics, Market Analysis, Decision Making, Economics

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Data-Driven Leadership Skills Course 2: Agile Leadership: University of Glasgow
  • ChatGPT for Creatives: Packt
  • Leveraging Design Methods to Identify Business Opportunities: Parsons School of Design, The New School
  • Project Practicum with Multiple Projects: University of California, Irvine
  • Risk, Return and Valuation: Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru
  • From Data to Decisions: Getting Started with AI: Vanderbilt University
  • مهارات الإكسل الخاصة التجارية: المستوى المتوسط الثاني: Macquarie University
  • Environmental Project Management: Stakeholder Outreach: University of Maryland, College Park
  • 의사 결정을 위한 비즈니스 분석: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Production of concrete: L&T EduTech

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