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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


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    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Skills for New Manager Success

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership and Management, Leadership Development, Team Management, Leadership, Team Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Organizational Development, Professional Development, Communication Strategies, Professionalism, Strategic Leadership, Verbal Communication Skills, Conflict Management, Communication, Behavior Management, Performance Analysis, Business Management, Trustworthiness, Adaptability, Problem Solving

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Graphs and Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Network Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Graphing, Combinatorics, Network Model, Network Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Transportation Operations, Image Analysis, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Model Optimization, Problem Solving, Embeddings

    Build toward a degree

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Collaboration

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Meeting Facilitation, Empathy, Emotional Intelligence, Negotiation, Team Collaboration, Conflict Management, Constructive Feedback, Teamwork, Team Building, Self-Awareness, Active Listening, Rapport Building, Relationship Building, Collaboration, Self-Discipline, Problem Solving, Public Speaking, Decision Making, Self-Motivation

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Learning Technologies Foundations and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Learning Theory, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Instructional Design, Digital pedagogy, Technology Solutions, Disabilities, Technology Strategies, Emerging Technologies, Demography

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    197 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Design Thinking for Innovators

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Business Transformation, Business Process, Human Centered Design, Service Design, Process Management, Business Solutions, Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Creativity, Overcoming Obstacles, User Research, Organizational Change, User Feedback, Empathy

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Network Dynamics of Social Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Social Sciences, Sociology, Social Studies, Social Impact, Systems Thinking, Simulations, Culture, Graph Theory, Complex Problem Solving, Innovation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    401 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Data and Health Indicators in Public Health Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Policy, Health Informatics, Biostatistics, Health Assessment, Infectious Diseases, Health Information Management, Data Collection, Descriptive Analytics, Statistical Methods

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Tokyo

    Interactive Computer Graphics

    Skills you'll gain: Graphical Tools, Computer-Aided Design, Interaction Design, Animations, Digital Design, Technical Design, Human Machine Interfaces, Visual Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Computer Programming

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    318 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Approximation Algorithms and Linear Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Network Model, Combinatorics, Mathematical Software, Mathematical Modeling, Theoretical Computer Science, Model Optimization, Python Programming

    Build toward a degree

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Adobe

    Build Creative Concepts for Real Projects

    Skills you'll gain: AI powered creativity, Visual Storytelling, Ideation, Adobe Firefly, Target Audience, Creative Problem-Solving, Conceptual Design, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Creativity, Communication, Design Thinking, Visual Design, Entrepreneurship, Value Propositions, Generative AI, Prototyping, Problem Solving, Adobe Creative Cloud, Market Opportunities

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Python Scripting Masterclass: From Basics to Real Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Application Development, Scripting Languages, Shell Script, Model View Controller, Python Programming, Software Development Methodologies, Data Validation, Record Keeping, Programming Principles, Code Reusability, Problem Solving

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Amazon

    Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Test Driven Development (TDD), Version Control, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Performance Tuning, Unit Testing, Data Structures, Java Programming, Development Testing, Algorithms, Program Development, Software Testing, Java, Test Automation, Test Case, Software Development, Scalability

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Skills for New Manager Success: Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • Graphs and Networks: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Professional Skills: Collaboration: Arizona State University
  • Learning Technologies Foundations and Applications: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Design Thinking for Innovators: Coursera
  • Network Dynamics of Social Behavior: University of Pennsylvania
  • Data and Health Indicators in Public Health Practice: Johns Hopkins University
  • Interactive Computer Graphics: The University of Tokyo
  • Approximation Algorithms and Linear Programming: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Build Creative Concepts for Real Projects: Adobe

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