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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


  • W

    Wesleyan University

    Career Decisions: From Insight to Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Design Thinking, Decision Making, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Creative Thinking, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Workforce Development, Dealing With Ambiguity, Adaptability, Growth Mindedness

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    380 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    ESSEC Business School

    Animer une séance collaborative

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Collaboration, Organizational Skills, Drive Engagement, Teamwork, Innovation, Conflict Management, Decision Making

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    565 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Como influenciar pessoas

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Leadership, Persuasive Communication, Initiative and Leadership, Relationship Building, Rapport Building, Trustworthiness, Decision Making, Negotiation, Non-Verbal Communication, Professional Networking, Organizational Structure

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    153 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Amazon Web Services

    Developing Applications in Python on AWS

    Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Amazon DynamoDB, Database Management, Cloud Applications, Amazon Web Services, Event-Driven Programming, API Gateway, Relational Databases, Cloud Development, Serverless Computing, Python Programming, Cloud API, Service Oriented Architecture, Microservices, NoSQL, Application Development, Web Development, Automation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    105 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Università Bocconi

    A Scientific Approach to Innovation Management

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Innovation, Strategic Decision-Making, Statistical Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Regression Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Big Data, Business Metrics, A/B Testing, Case Studies, Probability, Machine Learning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    87 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    Duke University

    Purpose-Driven Leadership for Strategy and Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Strategic Leadership, Visionary, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Leadership, Innovation, Business Transformation, Complex Problem Solving, Organizational Change, Team Motivation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    64 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    Tel Aviv University

    Economic Growth and Distributive Justice Part I - The Role of the State

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Tax, Economics, Sustainable Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Policy Analysis, Technology Strategies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    385 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    Coordinating and Conducting Interviews

    Skills you'll gain: Coordination, Professional Networking, Organizational Skills, Branding, Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Washington

    Machine Teaching for Autonomous AI

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Automation, Decision Support Systems, User Story, AI Product Strategy, Human Machine Interfaces, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Innovation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    47 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • R

    Rice University

    Principles of Computing (Part 2)

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Computer Science, Verification And Validation, Game Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Test Case, Simulations

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    365 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Amazon Web Services

    Automation in the AWS Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), AWS CloudFormation, Scripting, Bash (Scripting Language), Amazon Web Services, Command-Line Interface, Configuration Management, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Automation, Shell Script, Continuous Monitoring, Cloud Management, Continuous Integration, Patch Management, Software Testing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    79 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universidad Austral

    Gestión estratégica de Escuelas en Contextos Rurales

    Skills you'll gain: Curriculum Planning, Teaching, Planning, Social Justice, Education and Training, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Collaboration, Teamwork, Program Evaluation, Relationship Building, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    147 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Career Decisions: From Insight to Impact: Wesleyan University
  • Animer une séance collaborative: ESSEC Business School
  • Como influenciar pessoas: University of Michigan
  • Developing Applications in Python on AWS: Amazon Web Services
  • A Scientific Approach to Innovation Management: Università Bocconi
  • Purpose-Driven Leadership for Strategy and Innovation: Duke University
  • Economic Growth and Distributive Justice Part I - The Role of the State: Tel Aviv University
  • Coordinating and Conducting Interviews : Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • Machine Teaching for Autonomous AI: University of Washington
  • Principles of Computing (Part 2): Rice University

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