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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.


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Popular Problem Solving Courses and Certifications


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    Logical Operations

    Managing Conflict

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, De-escalation Techniques, Teamwork, Mediation, Collaboration, Leadership, Negotiation, Emotional Intelligence, Analysis, Communication, Active Listening, Leadership Development, Problem Solving, Empathy, Non-Verbal Communication, Self-Awareness

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Basic Modeling for Discrete Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Problem Solving, Graph Theory, Decision Support Systems, Computational Thinking, Data Modeling, Data Structures, Debugging

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Ser más creativos

    Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Design Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Curiosity, Innovation, Cognitive flexibility, Problem Solving, Dealing With Ambiguity, Persona (User Experience)

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Algorithms and Complexity

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Programming Principles, Computational Logic, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Performance Testing, Computer Science, Data Structures, Critical Thinking, Logical Reasoning, Graph Theory, Complex Problem Solving, Analysis, Game Theory

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    Microsoft 365 Copilot for Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Business Leadership, Proposal Writing, Thought Leadership, Brainstorming, Artificial Intelligence, Risk Management Framework, Human Resource Strategy, Project Management Software, Business Transformation, Problem Solving, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Amazon Web Services

    AWS Cloud Support Associate

    Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Command-Line Interface, Amazon CloudWatch, AWS CloudFormation, Root Cause Analysis, Amazon DynamoDB, Customer Relationship Building, Network Troubleshooting, Amazon Web Services, Customer Relationship Management, Software Architecture, Linux Commands, Cloud Computing, Linux, Amazon S3, Web Applications, Information Technology, Customer Service, Software Development

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rice University

    Physics 101 - Rotational Motion and Gravitation

    Skills you'll gain: Torque (Physics), Mechanics, Physics, Geometry, Algebra, Mechanical Engineering, Trigonometry, Calculus, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Problem Solving

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Programming Foundations with JavaScript, HTML and CSS

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI), Computational Thinking, HTML and CSS, Interactive Design, Web Development, Programming Principles, Web Design, Javascript, Event-Driven Programming, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Image Analysis, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Debugging

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Cybersecurity in the AI Era

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Risk, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Management, Infrastructure Security, Data Security, Threat Modeling, Computer Security, Security Awareness, Risk Management, Enterprise Security, Vulnerability, Governance, General Networking, Public Safety and National Security, Threat Detection, Artificial Intelligence

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Initiation à la programmation (en Java)

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Java Programming, Computer Programming, Java, Data Structures, Algorithms, Problem Solving, Eclipse (Software), Development Environment, Debugging

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    435 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Mathematics for Machine Learning: Linear Algebra

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, NumPy, Applied Mathematics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Jupyter, Algorithms, Python Programming

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Creativity Toolkit I: Changing Perspectives

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Creativity, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Cognitive flexibility, Open Mindset, Curiosity, Initiative and Leadership, Empowerment, Organizational Leadership, Persistence, Problem Solving, Self-Motivation, Growth Mindedness, Emotional Intelligence

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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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

  • Managing Conflict: Logical Operations
  • Basic Modeling for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Ser más creativos: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Algorithms and Complexity: University of London
  • Microsoft 365 Copilot for Leaders: Vanderbilt University
  • AWS Cloud Support Associate: Amazon Web Services
  • Physics 101 - Rotational Motion and Gravitation : Rice University
  • Programming Foundations with JavaScript, HTML and CSS: Duke University
  • Cybersecurity in the AI Era: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Initiation à la programmation (en Java): École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

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