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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


  • I

    IBM

    IBM Project Manager

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management Life Cycle, Resource Management, Risk Management, Peer Review, Agile Software Development, Earned Value Management, Scrum (Software Development), Stakeholder Management, Agile Methodology, Project Risk Management, Team Motivation, Project Management, IT Management, Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking, Leadership, Project Coordination, Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    5.7K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • D

    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

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    15K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Politecnico di Milano

    Designing Learning Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Digital pedagogy, Instructional Design, Educational Materials, Innovation, Learning Theory, Learning Strategies, Creativity, Planning, Problem Solving

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    882 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Aprendiendo a aprender: Poderosas herramientas mentales con las que podrás dominar temas difíciles (Learning How to Learn)

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Lifelong Learning, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Time Management, Cognitive flexibility, Productivity, Growth Mindedness, Stress Management, Self-Awareness, Professional Development

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Starweaver

    IIBA® Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™) Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Requirements Elicitation, Requirements Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Requirements Management, Business Analysis, Performance Improvement, Business Requirements, User Requirements Documents, Case Studies, Stakeholder Analysis, Governance, Business Process Modeling, Strategic Planning, Problem Solving

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    127 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    3.3K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • D

    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Apprendre comment apprendre (ACA) : Des outils mentaux puissants qui vous aideront à maîtriser des sujets difficiles

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Lifelong Learning, Willingness To Learn, Problem Solving, Self-Awareness, Growth Mindedness, Cognitive flexibility, Stress Management, Time Management, Persistence

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    709 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Decide Smart: AI-Powered Pros, Cons, Values

    Skills you'll gain: Anthropic Claude, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Employee Coaching, AI Enablement, ChatGPT, Complex Problem Solving, Risk Mitigation, Critical Thinking, Dealing With Ambiguity, Personal Development, Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • R

    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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    95 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Gangster Fiction: Rise of an American Antihero

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Liberal Arts, Creativity, Creative Thinking, Culture, Media and Communications, Creative Problem-Solving, Research, Writing, Writing and Editing, Sociology, Critical Thinking, Discussion Facilitation, Analytical Skills

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)

    Introduction and Programming with IoT Boards

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Wireless Networks, General Networking, Emerging Technologies, Electronic Hardware, Embedded Systems, Information Technology Architecture, Software Architecture, Computing Platforms, Computer Programming Tools, Problem Solving

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.8K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Types of Conflict

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Mediation, Teamwork, Leadership, Interpersonal Communications, Communication Strategies, Employee Engagement, Assertiveness, Problem Solving, Active Listening, Communication, Decision Making

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.3K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • IBM Project Manager: IBM
  • Programming Foundations with JavaScript, HTML and CSS: Duke University
  • Designing Learning Innovation: Politecnico di Milano
  • Aprendiendo a aprender: Poderosas herramientas mentales con las que podrás dominar temas difíciles (Learning How to Learn): Deep Teaching Solutions
  • IIBA® Entry Certificate in Business Analysisâ„¢ (ECBAâ„¢) Exam Prep: Starweaver
  • Cybersecurity in the AI Era: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Apprendre comment apprendre (ACA) : Des outils mentaux puissants qui vous aideront à maîtriser des sujets difficiles: Deep Teaching Solutions
  • Decide Smart: AI-Powered Pros, Cons, Values: Coursera
  • Physics 101 - Rotational Motion and Gravitation : Rice University
  • Gangster Fiction: Rise of an American Antihero: University of Colorado Boulder

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