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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 California, Santa Cruz

    The Career Design Lab: Change your Job, Change your Life

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Positivity, Design Thinking, Decision Making, Relationship Building, Professional Development, Creative Thinking, Interviewing Skills, Self-Awareness, Negotiation, Personal Development, Goal Setting

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    Beginner · 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, Cash Flows, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Financial Reporting, Cost Estimation, Financial Statements, Return On Investment, Accounting, Project Estimation, Budgeting, Microsoft Excel, Business Modeling

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Leading Oneself with Self-Knowledge

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Time Management, Decision Making, Engineering Management, Cognitive flexibility, Leadership, Critical Thinking, Psychology, Adaptability

    Build toward a degree

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Amazon Web Services

    Python for Serverless Applications and Automation on AWS

    Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Amazon Web Services, Amazon DynamoDB, Python Programming, Service Oriented Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Microservices, Serverless Computing, Cloud Applications, Application Programming Interface (API), Databases, Scripting, Programming Principles, Automation, Relational Databases, Application Development, Development Environment

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    20 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Mastering Product Management Interviews: A Strategic Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Product Strategy, Product Design, Market Analysis, Target Market, Stakeholder Communications, Portfolio Management, Decision Making, Data Analysis, Technical Communication, Communication, Innovation, Complex Problem Solving, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Prioritization

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Differential Equations Part III Systems of Equations

    Skills you'll gain: Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Calculus, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Ethical Decision Making for Success in the Tech Industry

    Skills you'll gain: Courage, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Business Ethics, Technical Management, Professionalism, Engineering Management, Personal Integrity, Leadership

    Build toward a degree

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Understanding the Campaign Components

    Skills you'll gain: Campaign Management, Strategic Communication, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Resource Allocation, Media Strategy, Brand Management, Earned Media, Communication Strategies, Owned Media, Public Relations, Shared Media, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Goal Setting, Target Audience, Research and Design, Research, Market Research

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    التأثير على الأشخاص

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Professional Networking, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Relationship Building, Stakeholder Analysis, Communication, Organizational Leadership, Decision Making, Business Ethics

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Contemporary Issues in World Politics

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, International Relations, World History, Diplomacy, Social Sciences, Public Safety and National Security, European History, Environmental Issue, Conflict Management, Climate Change Programs, Governance, Economics, Economic Development, Trend Analysis, Security Strategy

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Transforming Your Company's Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Digital Transformation, Data Presentation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Transformation, Presentations, Data Literacy, Decision Making, Dashboard, Business Analytics, Strategic Decision-Making, Customer Engagement, Analytics, Business Intelligence, Customer experience strategy (CX), Data Strategy, Case Studies, Leadership, Stakeholder Communications

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Alteryx Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Advanced Analytics, Applied Machine Learning, Data Wrangling, Fraud detection, Data Transformation, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Data Pipelines, Data Preprocessing, Feature Engineering, Sampling (Statistics), Data Integration, Model Evaluation, Workflow Management, Complex Problem Solving

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • The Career Design Lab: Change your Job, Change your Life: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Finance for Non-finance Professionals: University of Cambridge
  • Leading Oneself with Self-Knowledge: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Python for Serverless Applications and Automation on AWS: Amazon Web Services
  • Mastering Product Management Interviews: A Strategic Guide: Board Infinity
  • Differential Equations Part III Systems of Equations : Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Ethical Decision Making for Success in the Tech Industry: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Understanding the Campaign Components: University of Colorado Boulder
  • التأثير على الأشخاص: University of Michigan
  • Contemporary Issues in World Politics: Università di Napoli Federico II

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