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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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    SkillUp

    Data Collection and Root Cause Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Root Cause Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Regression Analysis, Data Collection, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Analysis, Process Analysis, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Data Analysis, Process Improvement, Statistical Inference, Pareto Chart

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    Macquarie University

    Judgmental Business Forecasting in Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Case Studies, Business Metrics, Business Economics, Microsoft Excel, Decision Making, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Probability & Statistics

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    University of Glasgow

    Generative Pre-trained Transformers (GPT)

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, ChatGPT, LLM Application, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Natural Language Processing, Risk Management Framework, Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Cambridge

    Finance for Non-finance Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Acumen, Variance Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Cost Benefit Analysis, Cash Flows, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Financial Reporting, Cost Estimation, Financial Statements, Return On Investment, Accounting, Budgeting, Microsoft Excel, Business Modeling, Internal Communications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Illinois Tech

    Introduction to Open Source Application Development

    Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Debugging, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, Computer Programming, System Programming, Pseudocode, Program Development, Scripting Languages, Software Design, Data Structures, UI Components, File Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Justice and Equity in Technology Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Responsible AI, Disabilities, Innovation, Human Centered Design, Sustainable Systems, Policy Analysis, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Data Ethics, Social Sciences, Technology Strategies, Policy Development, Governance, Case Studies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Managing Technology Projects for Business Success

    Skills you'll gain: Information Technology, Case Studies, Team Leadership, Governance, Resource Allocation, Decision Making

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research

    Journey Towards Self Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Mindfulness, Cognitive flexibility, Stress Management, Creativity, Resilience, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Adaptability, Decision Making

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    ¿Ves la Erosión? Claves para Identificarla

    Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Environment, Water Resources, Environmental Policy, Mitigation, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Nanophotonics and Detectors

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Engineering, Semiconductors, Electronic Systems, Electronics, Electronic Components, Materials science, Engineering Calculations, Physics, Mathematical Modeling

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    University of Rochester

    Technology Commercialization, Part 1: Setting up your Idea Filtering System

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Commercialization, Prioritization, New Product Development, Strategic Prioritization, Entrepreneurship, New Business Development, Market Opportunities, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Text Marketing Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Social Network Analysis, Supervised Learning, Unstructured Data, Marketing Analytics, Deep Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, Tensorflow, Data Science, Text Mining, Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), JSON, Data Manipulation, Data Structures, Python Programming, Data Visualization

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Data Collection and Root Cause Analysis: SkillUp
  • Judgmental Business Forecasting in Excel: Macquarie University
  • Generative Pre-trained Transformers (GPT): University of Glasgow
  • Finance for Non-finance Professionals: University of Cambridge
  • Introduction to Open Source Application Development: Illinois Tech
  • Justice and Equity in Technology Policy: University of Michigan
  • Managing Technology Projects for Business Success: University of London
  • Journey Towards Self Mastery: S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research
  • ¿Ves la Erosión? Claves para Identificarla: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Nanophotonics and Detectors: University of Colorado Boulder

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