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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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    LearnQuest

    Advanced Applications of CDO in Enterprise Security Admin

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Integration, Data Integration, Data Governance, Data Management, Application Deployment, Security Strategy, Enterprise Security, Interoperability, Security Management, Security Controls, Problem Management, Cyber Security Strategy

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    LearnQuest

    Data Science Foundations with No-Code Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Dashboard Creation, Interactive Data Visualization, No-Code Development, Market Data, Data Science, Predictive Modeling, Data Ethics, Data Capture, Data Processing, Data Transformation, Data Integrity, Data Cleansing, Applied Machine Learning, Data Governance, Data Collection, Data Integration

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Coursera

    Démarrer avec Facebook Business Manager

    Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Meta Ads Manager, Advertising Campaigns, Advertising, Online Advertising, Social Media Management, Social Media, Campaign Management, Resource Allocation, Social Media Marketing, Resource Management, User Provisioning, Digital Marketing Tools, User Accounts, Digital Marketing

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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    University of Michigan

    Community Awareness: Negotiating for Financial Success

    Skills you'll gain: Price Negotiation, Intercultural Competence, Negotiation, Business Ethics, Contract Negotiation, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Conflict Management, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    Coursera

    Manager of Managers: Coaching and Mentoring People Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Management Training And Development, Team Performance Management, Strategic Leadership, Succession Planning, Leadership Development, Mentorship, Strategic Thinking, People Development, Coaching, Professional Development, People Management, Accountability, Decision Making, Performance Improvement, Goal Setting

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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    Northeastern University

    Application Engineering and Development Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Java, Java Programming, Software Architecture, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Software Design, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Code Reusability, Application Development, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Data Management

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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    University of Minnesota

    Prescriptive Analytics Project Ideation

    Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Operations Research, Simulation and Simulation Software, Sprint Planning, Advanced Analytics, Process Mapping, Project Scoping, Project Planning, Solution Design, Needs Assessment, Business Analysis, Analytics, Model Optimization, Investment Management, Goal Setting, Ideation, Prioritization

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Introduction to Neutrino Physics

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Laboratory Research, General Science and Research, Physical Science, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, electromagnetics, Experimentation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    Columbia University

    Find Your Calling: Career Transition Principles for Veterans

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Professional Networking, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Relationship Building, LinkedIn, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Goal Setting, Entrepreneurship, Professional Development, Web Presence, Growth Mindedness, Relationship Management, Decision Making, Branding

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    Coursera

    Automate, Analyze, and Database Administration

    Skills you'll gain: Database Architecture and Administration, Data Maintenance, Operational Databases, Relational Databases, Capacity Planning, Database Management, Capacity Management, Data Integrity, Database Management Systems, Disaster Recovery, Data Validation, Performance Tuning, Problem Management, Demand Planning, Data Access, Forecasting, Resource Planning, Performance Analysis

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    IESE Business School

    Parte 1: Construyendo tu liderazgo

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Leadership Development, Influencing, Leadership, Decision Making, Organizational Leadership, Diversity Awareness, Strategic Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion, Personal Development, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Self-Awareness, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Overcoming Obstacles, Cultural Diversity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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    Northeastern University

    Engineering Project Management Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Project Closure, Project Schedules, Engineering Software, Project Controls, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Management Life Cycle, Scheduling, Project Implementation, Earned Value Management, Project Management, Timelines, Project Performance, Project Planning, Resource Planning, Workforce Planning, Resource Management, Resource Allocation, Program Evaluation, Forecasting

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular problem solving courses

  • Advanced Applications of CDO in Enterprise Security Admin: LearnQuest
  • Data Science Foundations with No-Code Tools: LearnQuest
  • Démarrer avec Facebook Business Manager: Coursera
  • Community Awareness: Negotiating for Financial Success: University of Michigan
  • Manager of Managers: Coaching and Mentoring People Managers: Coursera
  • Application Engineering and Development Part 1: Northeastern University
  • Prescriptive Analytics Project Ideation: University of Minnesota
  • Introduction to Neutrino Physics: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Find Your Calling: Career Transition Principles for Veterans: Columbia University
  • Automate, Analyze, and Database Administration: Coursera

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