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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


  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Load Flow Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Electric Power Systems, Electrical Power, Electrical Systems, Network Model, Energy and Utilities, Engineering Analysis, Systems Analysis, Electrical Engineering, Network Analysis, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Graph Theory

    ★ 4 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • N

    Northeastern University

    Navigating Ethics in the Healthcare Workplace & Marketplace

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Clinical Research Ethics, Electronic Medical Record, Medical Privacy, Business Ethics, Informed Consent, Medical Records, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Health Information Management, Health Care, Clinical Trials, Governance, Marketing Management, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Decision Making, Analysis, Critical Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • A

    Alfaisal University | KLD

    نماذج إدارة العمليات | Operations Management Models

    Skills you'll gain: Six Sigma Methodology, Production Schedule, Quality Management, Operations Management, Lean Six Sigma, Operations, Production Management, Quality Improvement, Process Management, Quality Management Systems, Operational Efficiency, Process Improvement, Product Quality (QA/QC), Operational Excellence, Scheduling, Production Planning, Quality Control, Production Process, Decision Making

    ★ 4.8 (39) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Bending the Curve: Climate Change Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Energy and Utilities, Climate Change Programs, Mitigation, Social Justice, Social Impact, Electric Power Systems, Community Organizing, Social Determinants Of Health, International Relations, Sustainable Development, Health Disparities, Pollution Prevention, Social Sciences, Community Development, Health Equity, Climate Change Adaptation, Sustainable Technologies, Consumer Behaviour, Environmental Policy

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Task Fields: Recall Project Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Project Management Software, Project Management, Developing Training Materials, Project Documentation, Issue Tracking, Productivity, Collaboration, Teamwork, Knowledge Transfer, Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Pittsburgh

    idea 2 IMPACT: An Introduction to Translating Assistive Health Technologies and Other Products

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Stakeholder Analysis, Business Planning, Solution Design, Competitive Intelligence, Stakeholder Engagement, Market Analysis, New Product Development, Regulatory Affairs, Plan Execution, Product Development, Commercialization, Innovation, Ideation, Market Intelligence, Entrepreneurship, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Knowledge Transfer, Value Propositions, Regulatory Requirements

    ★ 3.9 (7) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of North Texas

    Foundations of Marketing Practice for Non-Majors

    Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Planning, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Marketing, Marketing Management, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Market Research, Customer Analysis, Market Analysis, Market Opportunities, Business Strategy, Global Marketing, Business, Target Market, Competitive Analysis, Decision Making

    ★ 4.5 (17) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Biodiseño respondiendo a retos complejos

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Ideation, Solution Design, Sustainable Design, Creative Thinking, Systems Analysis, Creative Problem-Solving, Systems Thinking, Innovation, Conceptual Design, Sustainable Development, Biotechnology, Creativity, Biology, Communication, Empathy

    ★ 4.7 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Nützliches Feedback geben (Giving Helpful Feedback)

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Motivational Skills, Team Motivation, Leadership, Performance Management, Employee Performance Management, Cooperation, Positive Behavior Support, Behavioral Management, Creativity, Communication Strategies

    ★ 4.6 (8) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • N

    National Taiwan University

    Operations Research (4): Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Report Writing, Operations Research, Research Reports, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Algorithms, Operational Analysis, Model Optimization, Business Modeling, Process Optimization, Project Design, Data Visualization, Complex Problem Solving, Performance Metric, Business Analytics

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • A

    AI CERTs

    Managing Projects with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Project Management Software, AI Product Strategy, Project Risk Management, Project Management, Project Implementation, Project Planning, Risk Management, Productivity Software, Project Scoping, Timelines, Project Performance, Scheduling, Governance, Team Collaboration, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Digital Transformation, Forecasting, Decision Making

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • P

    Packt

    Foundations of Python Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Data Structures, Code Reusability, Python Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Scripting, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Scripting Languages, Computational Logic, Software Installation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular problem solving courses

  • Load Flow Analysis: L&T EduTech
  • Navigating Ethics in the Healthcare Workplace & Marketplace: Northeastern University
  • نماذج إدارة العمليات | Operations Management Models: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Bending the Curve: Climate Change Solutions: University of California San Diego
  • Task Fields: Recall Project Essentials: Coursera
  • idea 2 IMPACT: An Introduction to Translating Assistive Health Technologies and Other Products: University of Pittsburgh
  • Foundations of Marketing Practice for Non-Majors: University of North Texas
  • Biodiseño respondiendo a retos complejos: Universidad de los Andes
  • Nützliches Feedback geben (Giving Helpful Feedback): University of Colorado Boulder
  • Operations Research (4): Capstone Project: National Taiwan University

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