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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


  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Leading Teams: Developing as a Leader

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Leadership Development, Business Ethics, Leadership Studies, Leadership, Trustworthiness, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Lifelong Learning, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Rapport Building, Professional Development, Courage, Emotional Intelligence, Decision Making, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Relationship Building, Self-Awareness, People Development

    4.8 stars, 6.7K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (6.7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft IT Support Specialist

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Authorization (Computing), Hardware Architecture, Cloud Services, Computer Networking, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, General Networking, Microsoft Teams, Authentications, Generative Model Architectures, Firewall, Hardening, Data Warehousing, Network Architecture, Data Storage, Security Controls, Problem Management, Computing Platforms, Cloud Computing, Network Protocols

    4.8 stars, 1.6K reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.6K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Job skills
    Job skills
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    CVS Health

    Call Center Customer Service

    Skills you'll gain: Call Center Experience, Growth Mindedness, De-escalation Techniques, Data Entry, Greeting Customers, Collaboration, Teamwork, Telephone Skills, Inbound Calls, Time Management, Customer Complaint Resolution, Customer Service, Customer Data Management, Personal Development, Record Keeping, Performance Metric, Customer experience improvement, Verbal Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Communication

    4.6 stars, 102 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (102) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    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

    4.6 stars, 109 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • R

    Rice University

    Physics 102 - AC Circuits and Maxwell's Equations

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Engineering, electromagnetics, Physics, Engineering Calculations, Electrical Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Problem Solving, Applied Mathematics, Electronic Components, Calculus, Electronics, Differential Equations, Integral Calculus, Trigonometry

    4.8 stars, 51 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (51) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Project Management Principles

    Skills you'll gain: Team Performance Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Systems Thinking, Team Management, Stakeholder Communications, Team Building, Team Leadership, Team Motivation, Risk Mitigation, Drive Engagement, Project Management, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Business Ethics, Change Management, Governance, Problem Solving, Leadership

    5 stars, 48 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (48) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Six Sigma and the Organization (Advanced)

    Skills you'll gain: Quality Improvement, Lean Six Sigma, Lean Methodologies, Six Sigma Methodology, Process Improvement, Process Capability, Process Analysis, Business Process Management, Business Process, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Development, Eight Disciplines Problem Solving (8D), Project Design, Project Planning, Quality Control, Customer Analysis

    4.7 stars, 3.8K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (3.8K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Financial Planning for Young Adults

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Planning, Investments, Budgeting, Risk Management, Goal Setting, Cash Management, Budget Management, Loans, Portfolio Risk, General Finance, Investment Management, Smart Goals, General Lending, Insurance, Financial Services, Financial Management, Credit Risk, Expense Management, Decision Making

    4.6 stars, 1.4K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Adobe

    World-Building for Concept Art with Adobe Firefly

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Firefly, Visual Storytelling, AI powered creativity, Prompt Engineering, Ideation, Prompt Patterns, Style Guides, Creative Thinking, Creative Design, Creativity, Design Thinking, Visual Design, Design, Creative Problem-Solving, Graphic and Visual Design, Generative AI, Branding, Prompt Engineering Tools, Design Elements And Principles, Competitive Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad

    High-Performance Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Trustworthiness, Leadership Studies, Leadership, Leadership Development, Mindfulness, Executive Presence, Team Leadership, Leadership and Management, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Business Ethics, Culture Transformation, Strategic Leadership, Meditation & Breathwork, Stress Management, Personal Integrity, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Decision Making, Change Management, Strategic Thinking

    4.8 stars, 2.3K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2.3K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    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, Enterprise Security, Security Awareness, General Networking, Exploitation techniques

    4.7 stars, 3.3K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (3.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    AI Basics and Tools for Creativity

    Skills you'll gain: AI powered creativity, Generative AI, AI literacy, Artificial Intelligence, Image Analysis, Creativity, Design Research, Responsible AI, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

    4.5 stars, 76 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (76) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular problem solving courses

  • Leading Teams: Developing as a Leader: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Microsoft IT Support Specialist: Microsoft
  • Call Center Customer Service: CVS Health
  • Inheritance and Data Structures in Java: University of Pennsylvania
  • Physics 102 - AC Circuits and Maxwell's Equations: Rice University
  • Project Management Principles: Microsoft
  • Six Sigma and the Organization (Advanced): Kennesaw State University
  • Financial Planning for Young Adults: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • World-Building for Concept Art with Adobe Firefly: Adobe
  • High-Performance Leadership: IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad

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