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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Research and Draft a Competitive Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Benchmarking, Competitive Analysis, Market Research, Market Dynamics, Research Reports, Business Research, Competitive Intelligence, Market Analysis, Performance Measurement, Report Writing, Market Intelligence, Business Strategy, Marketing, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Communication, Communication Strategies

    4.9 stars, 8 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Sequences and Loops

    Skills you'll gain: Program Development, Computational Thinking, Education Software and Technology, Collaborative Software, Digital pedagogy, Programming Principles, Debugging, Computer Programming, Computer Programming Tools, Algorithms, Computer Science, Brainstorming

    4.8 stars, 26 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (26) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Effective Service Innovation by Design in Hotel Management

    Skills you'll gain: Customer experience improvement, Customer experience strategy (CX), Service Design, Design Thinking, Change Management, Organizational Change, Service Improvement, Culture Transformation, Process Mapping, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Journey Mapping, Customer Service, Hospitality Management, Hospitality, Guest Relations, Customer Analysis, Hotel And Restaurant Management, Hospitality and Food Services, Sustainable Business, Collaboration

    4.4 stars, 12 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • E

    EDUCBA

    Financial Calculator Skills for Finance Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Depreciation, Finance, Capital Budgeting, Business Mathematics, Financial Analysis, Statistical Methods, Problem Solving, Accounting and Finance Software, General Finance, Cash Flows, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Corporate Finance, System Configuration, Engineering Calculations, Complex Problem Solving, Real Time Data, Arithmetic, Creative Problem-Solving, Descriptive Statistics

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • L

    Logical Operations

    Effective Management

    Skills you'll gain: Management Training And Development, Team Management, Team Leadership, Team Performance Management, Leadership and Management, People Management, Team Building, Team Motivation, Teamwork, Delegation Skills, Leadership, Communication, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Communications, Leadership Development, Business Leadership, Employee Coaching, Creative Problem-Solving, Coaching, Personal Development

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • P

    Packt

    Foundations of Data Structures & Algorithms in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Data Processing, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Chatbots

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Tensorflow, Large Language Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Classification Algorithms, Software Design, Model Evaluation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • B

    Board Infinity

    Mastering HR Competencies: Case Studies and Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Human Resources, Human Resources Management and Planning, HR Tech, Culture Transformation, Organizational Change, Leadership Development, Organizational Development, Professional Networking, Lifelong Learning, Innovation, Time Management, Learning Strategies, Branding

    4.4 stars, 33 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (33) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • B

    Board Infinity

    Quantitative Aptitude Mastery— Exam & Recruitment Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Arithmetic, Logical Reasoning, Applied Mathematics, Algebra, General Mathematics

    3.4 stars, 8 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.4 (8) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • P

    Packt

    The Complete Java Developer Course: From Beginner to Master

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Java Programming, File I/O, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Android Development, Application Development, Programming Principles, Program Development, File Management, Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    AI for Lawyers: Communication and Creativity

    Skills you'll gain: AI powered creativity, AI literacy, Legal Technology, Creativity, Oral Expression, Writing and Editing, Presentations, AI Integrations, Editing, Writing, Communication, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Content Creation, Critical Thinking

    4.6 stars, 16 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • S

    Simplilearn

    Programming with C

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, C (Programming Language), C and C++, Programming Principles, Data Management, Memory Management, Algorithms, Computer Programming, File I/O, Program Development, File Management, Other Programming Languages, Development Environment, Computational Logic

    4.5 stars, 33 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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

  • Research and Draft a Competitive Analysis: Coursera
  • Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Sequences and Loops: University of California San Diego
  • Effective Service Innovation by Design in Hotel Management: STARWEAVER
  • Financial Calculator Skills for Finance Professionals: EDUCBA
  • Effective Management: Logical Operations
  • Foundations of Data Structures & Algorithms in Python: Packt
  • Chatbots: Johns Hopkins University
  • Mastering HR Competencies: Case Studies and Leadership: Board Infinity
  • Quantitative Aptitude Mastery— Exam & Recruitment Prep: Board Infinity
  • The Complete Java Developer Course: From Beginner to Master: Packt

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