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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


  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Co-creation and challenge-based learning in Higher Education

    Skills you'll gain: Student-Centred Learning, Entrepreneurship, Train The Trainer, Design Thinking, Digital pedagogy, Problem Solving, Innovation, Creative Thinking, Higher Education, Ideation, Collaboration, Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • F

    Fractal Analytics

    Human Decision Making and its Biases

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills, Behavioral Economics, Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Psychology, Communication, Algorithms, Probability

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    43 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    The Ideation Process

    Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Sprint Planning, AI Enablement, Business Analysis, User Research, Problem Solving, Market Analysis, Prioritization

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Digital Tools and Well-Being

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Productivity, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Telecommuting, Stress Management, Health And Wellness Coaching, Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Relationship Building, Decision Making

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    43 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Creo Incubator

    Leadership 101:Communication,Conflict resolution&Negotiation

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Active Listening, Creative Problem-Solving, Negotiation, Interpersonal Communications, Leadership, Communication Strategies, Stakeholder Management, Communication, Business Communication, Stakeholder Analysis, Team Leadership, Strategic Communication, Cultural Sensitivity, Stakeholder Communications, Collaboration, Business Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Cross-Functional Team Leadership

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    The Construction Management Industry and Profession

    Skills you'll gain: Construction Management, Project Controls, Cost Management, Construction Accounting, Facility Management, Leadership, Team Building, Communication Planning, Procurement, Decision Making

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    56 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Gestión con enfoque en riesgos en proyectos de desarrollo

    Skills you'll gain: Project Risk Management, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Continuous Monitoring, Project Management, Project Planning, Decision Making, Stakeholder Communications, Prioritization

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    102 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    SkillUp

    Program Management: Execution, Stakeholders & Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Resource Allocation, Program Management, Change Management, Organizational Change, Governance, Cost Management, Earned Value Management, Team Building, Procurement, Project Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Financial Planning, Budgeting, Communication Strategies, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    31 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Duke University

    Data Engineering with Rust

    Skills you'll gain: Data Pipelines, Rust (Programming Language), Restful API, Amazon Web Services, Cloud API, Data Structures, Data Processing, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud Applications, Real Time Data, Data Manipulation, System Programming, Cryptography, Encryption, Python Programming, Command-Line Interface, Software Testing

    3.5
    Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    65 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    أسس القيادة اليومية

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Team Leadership, Leadership and Management, Motivational Skills, Decision Making, Organizational Effectiveness, Teamwork, Strategic Decision-Making, Drive Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    131 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Managerial Economics: Buyer and Seller Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Market Dynamics, Supply And Demand, Game Theory, Economics, Market Trend, Business Economics, Market Analysis, Operating Cost, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Cost Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Making

    Build toward a degree

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    56 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    London Business School

    New Ways of Working in an AI World

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Leadership Studies, Organizational Leadership, Responsible AI, Business Transformation, Data Strategy, Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Technology Strategies, Business Strategy, Business Ethics, Case Studies, Decision Making

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    56 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Co-creation and challenge-based learning in Higher Education: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Human Decision Making and its Biases: Fractal Analytics
  • The Ideation Process: University of Minnesota
  • Digital Tools and Well-Being: Arizona State University
  • Leadership 101:Communication,Conflict resolution&Negotiation: Creo Incubator
  • The Construction Management Industry and Profession: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Gestión con enfoque en riesgos en proyectos de desarrollo: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Program Management: Execution, Stakeholders & Governance: SkillUp
  • Data Engineering with Rust: Duke University
  • أسس القيادة اليومية: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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