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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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    Harvard Business Review

    Succeed with Customers

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Stanford University

    Organizational Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Structure, Social Network Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Decision Making, Organizational Change, Leadership Studies, Business, Culture, Sociology, Analysis, Resource Management, Case Studies, Coordination, Negotiation

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    1.7K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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, Business Communication, Conflict Management, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Physics 102 - Electric Potential and DC Circuits

    Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Systems, Electronics, Electronic Components, electromagnetics, Problem Solving, Mechanics, Calculus, Linear Algebra, Integral Calculus

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    33 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Agile Principles and Scrum Roles

    Skills you'll gain: Scrum (Software Development), Team Building, Team Management, Backlogs, Agile Project Management, Agile Methodology, Sprint Retrospectives, Team Leadership, Sprint Planning, User Story, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Case Studies, Project Management, Resilience

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Sustainable Consumption and Health

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Business, Nutrition and Diet, Social Determinants Of Health, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Issue, Environment, Health Assessment, Health Policy, Environmental Science, Public Health, Climate Change Mitigation, Problem Solving

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fractal Analytics

    Mastering User Centric Design with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, A/B Testing, Design Thinking, Ideation, Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, UI/UX Research, Brainstorming, Data Ethics, Experience Design, Innovation, User Research, Data Storytelling, Data Analysis, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Prompt Engineering, Critical Thinking, Business Consulting, Problem Solving

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    209 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Physics 102 - AC Circuits and Maxwell's Equations

    Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, electromagnetics, Physics, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Problem Solving, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Electronic Components, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Calculus, Differential Equations, Integral Calculus, Trigonometry, Derivatives

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    50 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Budgeting and Scheduling Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Cost Estimation, Project Schedules, Estimation, Quality Management, Milestones (Project Management), Project Planning, Project Management, Scheduling, Timelines, Work Breakdown Structure, Budgeting, Resource Allocation, Resource Management, Matrix Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    9.4K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Analyze and Shortlist Top Suppliers

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Sourcing, Case Studies, Supplier Management, Workflow Management, Procurement, Vendor Management, Vendor Relationship Management, Business Reporting, Risk Analysis, Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Metrics, Data Analysis, Decision Making, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Negotiation, Statistical Modeling, Data Visualization, Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Apply Excel Skills for Data Analysis Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Data Entry, Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard, Data Analysis, Data Management, Business Analytics, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Productivity Software, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Presentation, Trend Analysis, Graphing, Decision Making, Data Manipulation, Debugging

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad

    Leadership Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership, Organizational Change, Organizational Leadership, Team Leadership, Change Management, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Business Ethics, Strategic Leadership, Self-Awareness, Culture Transformation, Personal Development, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Influencing, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Empowerment, Communication, Relationship Building, Mindfulness

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    2.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Succeed with Customers: Harvard Business Review
  • Organizational Analysis : Stanford University
  • Community Awareness: Negotiating for Financial Success: University of Michigan
  • Physics 102 - Electric Potential and DC Circuits: Rice University
  • Agile Principles and Scrum Roles: Coursera
  • Sustainable Consumption and Health: University of Michigan
  • Mastering User Centric Design with Generative AI: Fractal Analytics
  • Physics 102 - AC Circuits and Maxwell's Equations: Rice University
  • Budgeting and Scheduling Projects: University of California, Irvine
  • Analyze and Shortlist Top Suppliers: Coursera

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