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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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    Northeastern University

    Navigating Healthcare Supply Chain Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Process Improvement, Operational Excellence, Operational Analysis, Process Improvement and Optimization, Operational Efficiency, Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Inventory Management System, Inventory and Warehousing, Operations, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Procurement, Supply Chain Systems, Purchasing, Capacity Planning, Inventory Control Systems, Change Management, Problem Solving

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    FundaĂ§Ă£o Instituto de AdministraĂ§Ă£o

    Liderança Fora da Caixa

    Skills you'll gain: Complex Problem Solving, Innovation, Team Leadership, Team Management, Strategic Leadership, Problem Solving, Conflict Management, People Development, Cognitive flexibility, Leadership Development, Leadership, Management Training And Development, Team Performance Management, Organizational Leadership, Team Motivation, Open Mindset, People Management, Business Leadership, Business Transformation, Virtual Teams

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    HEC Paris

    Become a changemaker, build a career with purpose and impact

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Innovation, Personal Development, Social Impact, Sustainable Development, Empowerment, Entrepreneurship, Action Oriented, Environmental Issue, Corporate Sustainability, Goal Setting, Problem Solving, Planning, Business

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Museum of Modern Art

    Fashion as Design: Craft and Sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Supply Management, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Planning, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Social Impact, Art History, Public History, Waste Minimization, Product Design, Production Process, World History, Consumer Behaviour, Creative Thinking, Personal Development, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    إدارة الأزمات | Crisis Management

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Mitigation, Risk Management, Case Studies, Problem Solving, Emergency Response

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

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Pensamiento Sistémico en el Siglo XXI

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Systems Analysis, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Creative Thinking

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Care: The First Step in Tech Innovation for Entrepreneurs

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Problem Solving, Entrepreneurship, Lean Methodologies, Team Oriented, Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Samsung

    Samsung Customer Care Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Help Desk Support, Technical Support, Technical Support and Services, Hardware Troubleshooting, Customer Service, Product Support, Customer Support, Insurance and Warranty Claims Processing, Problem Solving, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Android (Operating System), Product Knowledge, Active Listening, Technical Communication, Communication

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Doing Business in Latin America

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Innovation, Economic Development, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Development, Business Strategy, Market Opportunities, Corporate Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Environmental Issue, Business Development, Competitive Analysis, Business Economics, Natural Resource Management, Growth Strategies, Digital Transformation, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University at Buffalo

    Cleanroom Fundamentals & Semiconductor Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Chemical Engineering, Electronics, Manufacturing Processes, Laboratory Equipment, Materials science, Electrical Engineering, Laboratory Procedures, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Goal Setting, Emerging Technologies, Problem Solving, Self-Starter, Higher Education, Time Management, Critical Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Negotiation Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Communication, Communication Strategies, Conflict Management, Discussion Facilitation, Proposal Development, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Problem Solving, Planning, Cognitive flexibility

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    IE Business School

    Why Scale a Startup?

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Risk Appetite, Risk Mitigation, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Decision Making, Problem Solving, Strategic Leadership, Business Continuity, Operational Analysis, Business Marketing, Leadership and Management, Timelines

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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

  • Navigating Healthcare Supply Chain Operations: Northeastern University
  • Liderança Fora da Caixa: FundaĂ§Ă£o Instituto de AdministraĂ§Ă£o
  • Become a changemaker, build a career with purpose and impact: HEC Paris
  • Fashion as Design: Craft and Sustainability: The Museum of Modern Art
  • إدارة الأزمات | Crisis Management: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Pensamiento SistĂ©mico en el Siglo XXI: Universidad de los Andes
  • Care: The First Step in Tech Innovation for Entrepreneurs: Arizona State University
  • Samsung Customer Care Essentials: Samsung
  • Doing Business in Latin America: Universidad de los Andes
  • Cleanroom Fundamentals & Semiconductor Technologies: University at Buffalo

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