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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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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Leading Innovation: Creative Teams to Transformation

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Change Management, New Product Development, Strategic Leadership, Team Management, Organizational Strategy, Leadership and Management, Teamwork, Team Building, Product Lifecycle Management, Resourcefulness, Agile Product Development, Technology Strategies, Strategic Thinking, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Strategic Partnership, Corporate Strategy, Organizational Effectiveness, Team Leadership

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    Chegg Skills

    Practical AI Foundations

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Developing a Systems Mindset

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Planning, Project Planning, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Strategic Thinking, Business Leadership, Team Building, Community Outreach, Business Systems, Community Development, Problem Solving, Project Management, Organizational Strategy, Relationship Building, Root Cause Analysis, Communication Strategies

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Inheritance and Data Structures in Java

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Java Programming, Eclipse (Software), Java, Debugging, Integrated Development Environments, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Data Structures, File Management, Development Environment, Programming Principles, Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Sage Publications

    The Sage Handbook of Contemporary Cross-Cultural Management

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Diversity Training, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Cultural Sensitivity, Management Training And Development, Cultural Responsiveness, Leadership Studies, Business Ethics, Knowledge Transfer, Organizational Leadership, Workforce Development, Culture, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Research, Organizational Development, Leadership and Management, Talent Management, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rice University

    Introduction to Electricity and Magnetism

    Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Torque (Physics), electromagnetics, Physics, Electrical Systems, Electronics, Electronic Components, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics, Applied Mathematics, Problem Solving, Scientific Visualization, Calculus, Integral Calculus, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Data Scientist Career Guide and Interview Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Interviewing Skills, Professional Development, Presentations, Data Science, Writing, Business Research, Portfolio Management, Oral Expression, Problem Solving, Communication

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Northwestern University

    Organizational Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Design Thinking, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Leadership, Strategic Communication, Innovation, Collaboration, Crisis Management, Negotiation, Organizational Leadership, Ideation, Team Leadership, Resource Allocation, Human Centered Design, Teamwork, Stakeholder Communications, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Mind and Machine

    Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Agentic systems, Computational Thinking, Computer Vision, Game Theory, Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Statistical Modeling, Probability Distribution, Decision Intelligence, Convolutional Neural Networks, Logical Reasoning, Algorithms, Human Development, Behavioral Economics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, AI literacy, Theoretical Computer Science, Psychology

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Cybersecurity for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Governance, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Modeling, Infrastructure Security, Telecommunications, Computer Security Awareness Training, Enterprise Security, Security Awareness, General Networking, Exploitation techniques, Data Security, Governance

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Influencing People Without Authority

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Constructive Feedback, Storytelling, Decision Making, Professional Networking, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Creative Thinking, Self-Awareness, Communication, Creativity, Independent Thinking, People Development, Decision Intelligence, Relationship Building, Tactfulness, People Management, Relationship Management, Growth Mindedness, Recognizing Others

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Chegg Skills

    AI-Enabled Healthcare Administration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Leading Innovation: Creative Teams to Transformation: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Practical AI Foundations: Chegg Skills
  • Developing a Systems Mindset: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Inheritance and Data Structures in Java: University of Pennsylvania
  • The Sage Handbook of Contemporary Cross-Cultural Management: Sage Publications
  • Introduction to Electricity and Magnetism: Rice University
  • Data Scientist Career Guide and Interview Preparation: IBM
  • Organizational Leadership: Northwestern University
  • Mind and Machine: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Cybersecurity for Everyone: University of Maryland, College Park

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