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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


  • I

    Intel

    IntelĀ® AI Win Recipes

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Business Technologies, Complex Problem Solving, AI Product Strategy, Digital Transformation, Technology Strategies, Case Studies, Business Intelligence, Customer Insights, Customer Analysis, B2B Sales

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    95 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Advanced Project Management and Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Project Closure, Project Portfolio Management, Negotiation, Agile Methodology, Product Roadmaps, Project Management, Agile Project Management, Project Performance, Product Lifecycle Management, Project Risk Management, Innovation, Auditing, Resource Allocation, New Product Development, Team Leadership, Leadership

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    Ā·
    41 reviews

    Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Conflict Resolution & Mediation: Managing Workplace Harmony

    Skills you'll gain: Mediation, Conflict Management, Team Building, Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Negotiation, Team Management, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, De-escalation Techniques, Root Cause Analysis, Empathy, Discussion Facilitation, Communication, Constructive Feedback, Active Listening

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    Ā·
    19 reviews

    Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    ESADE Business and Law School

    Modelos de empresa familiar: del capitƔn al grupo inversor

    Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Business Modeling, Organizational Structure, Business Management, Business Valuation, Business Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Governance, Change Management, Complex Problem Solving, Decision Making, Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    Ā·
    57 reviews

    Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Create Compelling Business Cases

    Skills you'll gain: Business Risk Management, Risk Management, Business Ethics, Financial Analysis, Data Storytelling, Return On Investment, Business Analysis, Business Writing, Financial Acumen, Proposal Writing, Decision Making

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
    Ā·
    9 reviews

    Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Principles of Leadership: Leading Technical Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Accountability, Executive Presence, Decision Making, Conflict Management, Business Ethics, Succession Planning, Technical Management, Risk Management, Team Management, Organizational Structure, Stakeholder Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Delegation Skills, Professional Networking, Strategic Leadership, Business Relationship Management, Culture Transformation, Business Strategy, Organizational Leadership, Leadership

    Build toward a degree

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    Ā·
    34 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Applying Systems Engineering to the Design Process

    Skills you'll gain: Requirements Management, Design Reviews, Systems Engineering, Engineering Management, User Requirements Documents, Requirements Analysis, Systems Design, Business Requirements, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Leadership, Engineering Design Process, Performance Measurement, Manufacturing and Production, Coordination, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Decision Making

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    Ā·
    40 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IESE Business School

    How to Build an Effective Service Company

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Methodologies, Workforce Management, Service Improvement, Operations Management, Operational Performance Management, Business Process Management, Process Optimization, Service Management, Operational Efficiency, Process Analysis, Sustainable Business, Capacity Management, Customer experience improvement, Case Studies

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    Ā·
    25 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Power Skills Essentials for Leading Project Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Cognitive flexibility, Dealing With Ambiguity, Team Leadership, Team Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Communication, Team Management, Resilience, Growth Mindedness, Team Building, Decision Making, Stress Management, Team Motivation, Psychology, Performance Management, Behavioral Management, Critical Thinking

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    Ā·
    10 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Rochester

    The Power of Markets II: Market Structure and Firm Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Production Process, Economics, Cost Control, Business Economics, Market Dynamics, Operating Cost, Production Management, Market Analysis, Supply And Demand, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Competitive Analysis, Resource Allocation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    Ā·
    128 reviews

    Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Dartmouth College

    Data Analytics for Digital Transformation

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Ethics, Customer experience strategy (CX), Predictive Analytics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Advanced Analytics, Business Transformation, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Model Evaluation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Operations Research, Internet Of Things, Analytics, Cloud Computing, Business Analytics, Automation, Feature Engineering, Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Process Optimization

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    Ā·
    29 reviews

    Intermediate Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

  • R

    Rice University

    The Fundamentals of Computing Capstone Exam

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Debugging, Algorithms, Python Programming

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    Ā·
    116 reviews

    Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • IntelĀ® AI Win Recipes:Ā Intel
  • Advanced Project Management and Leadership:Ā Johns Hopkins University
  • Conflict Resolution & Mediation: Managing Workplace Harmony:Ā Coursera
  • Modelos de empresa familiar: del capitĆ”n al grupo inversor:Ā ESADE Business and Law School
  • Create Compelling Business Cases:Ā Coursera
  • Principles of Leadership: Leading Technical Organizations:Ā University of Colorado Boulder
  • Applying Systems Engineering to the Design Process:Ā University of Colorado Boulder
  • How to Build an Effective Service Company:Ā IESE Business School
  • Power Skills Essentials for Leading Project Teams:Ā University of Maryland, College Park
  • The Power of Markets II: Market Structure and Firm Behavior:Ā University of Rochester

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