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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

    ISC2

    Cloud Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Computing, Cloud Standards, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Resource Allocation, Cloud Security, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Cloud Deployment, Virtualization, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Containerization, Software As A Service, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Brokerage, Scalability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    University of Pittsburgh

    Statistics and Calculus Methods for Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Statistics, Integral Calculus, Probability & Statistics, Data Science, Probability Distribution, Calculus, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Derivatives, Probability, Mathematical Modeling, Machine Learning, Algorithms

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • N

    Northeastern University

    Healthcare Information Design and Visualizations

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Tableau Software, Dashboard, Data Analysis Software, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Ethics, Trend Analysis, Business Analytics, Storytelling, Data Collection, Communication, Design Elements And Principles

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • F

    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Liderança Estratégica

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Business Ethics, People Development, Organizational Change, Business Strategy, Innovation, Change Management, Culture, Decision Making

    ★ 4.6 (33) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Microsoft

    Azure Monitoring and Analytics Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, System Monitoring, Microsoft Azure, Network Monitoring, Event Monitoring, Query Languages, Cloud Management, Continuous Monitoring, Virtual Machines, Resource Management

    ★ 4.7 (15) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Duke University

    Telehealth Clinical Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Clinical Assessment, Health Technology, Vital Signs, Health Assessment, Patient Preparation, Patient Evaluation, End User Training and Support, Medical Equipment and Technology, Patient Education and Support, Patient Communication, Patient Safety, Problem Management

    ★ 4.9 (32) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Coursera

    Managing AI Projects That Ship and Scale

    Skills you'll gain: Milestones (Project Management), Acceptance Testing, CI/CD, Scope Management, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Feature Engineering, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Capacity Management, Responsible AI, Smart Goals, Backlogs, Project Risk Management, Compliance Management, Stakeholder Communications, Risk Management, Data Governance, Model Evaluation, Project Planning, Case Studies, Risking

    ★ 4 (6) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    ESSEC Business School

    Paths to a Sustainable Future

    Skills you'll gain: Cooperation, Teamwork, Collaboration, Sustainable Development, Decision Making, Sustainable Systems, Business Transformation, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Political Sciences, Social Impact, Socioeconomics, Action Oriented, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Visionary, Economic Development, Corporate Sustainability, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Empowerment

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

    Category: Free
    Free
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Creating Service Innovation Culture in Public Sector

    Skills you'll gain: Service Improvement, Innovation, Continuous Improvement Process, Change Management, Quality Improvement, Organizational Change, Service Management, Customer experience improvement, Culture Transformation, Public Administration, Organizational Strategy, Public Policies, Case Studies, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Leadership, Technology Strategies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    GenAI for Project Managers: Scaling with GenAI

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Project Management, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Cost Reduction, Team Performance Management, Workflow Management, Project Planning, Resource Allocation, Process Improvement, Risk Management, Predictive Analytics

    ★ 4.5 (10) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Northeastern University

    Mastering Negotiation Skills & Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies, Behavioral Economics, Decision Making, Relationship Building, Communication, Business Administration, Mitigation

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • L

    LearnKartS

    Risk Response

    Skills you'll gain: Project Risk Management, Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Contingency Planning, Risk Management Framework, Risk Control, Threat Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Agile Project Management, Stakeholder Management, Agile Methodology, Stakeholder Communications, Decision Making, Plan Execution

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

    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

  • Cloud Basics: ISC2
  • Statistics and Calculus Methods for Data Analysis: University of Pittsburgh
  • Healthcare Information Design and Visualizations: Northeastern University
  • Liderança Estratégica: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Azure Monitoring and Analytics Fundamentals: Microsoft
  • Telehealth Clinical Essentials: Duke University
  • Managing AI Projects That Ship and Scale: Coursera
  • Paths to a Sustainable Future: ESSEC Business School
  • Creating Service Innovation Culture in Public Sector: Coursera
  • GenAI for Project Managers: Scaling with GenAI: Coursera

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