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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 Pennsylvania

    Business Strategies for Social Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Sustainable Business, Return On Investment, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Strategic Leadership, Business Strategies, Business Leadership, Case Studies, Decision Making, Community Development, Business Ethics, Entrepreneurship, Investments

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Studying Cities: Social Science Methods for Urban Research

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Surveys, Research, Research Methodologies, Data Collection, Research Design, Data Analysis, Qualitative Research, Statistical Analysis, Social Sciences, Case Studies

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    National Taiwan University

    Operations Research (2): Optimization Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms, Process Optimization, Engineering Calculations, Program Implementation, Computational Thinking, Operational Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Resource Allocation, Decision Making, Facility Management, Calculus, Business Analytics

    4.9
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Rochester

    The Power of Markets I: The Basics of Supply and Demand and Consumer Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Market Dynamics, Economics, Consumer Behaviour, Resource Allocation, Cost Benefit Analysis, Market Analysis, Policy Analysis, Decision Making, Investment Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Negotiation Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Communication, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Collaboration, Assertiveness, Proposal Development, Problem Solving, Active Listening, Planning, Cognitive flexibility

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Pensamiento Sistémico en el Siglo XXI

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Systems Analysis, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Adaptability, Decision Making

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    43 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universiteit Leiden

    EU policy and implementation: making Europe work!

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Development, Environmental Policy, Program Evaluation, Governance, Immigration Law, Research Methodologies

    4.4
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Put It All Together: Prepare for a Cloud Data Analyst Job

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Google Cloud Platform, Analytical Skills, Professional Development, Data Presentation, Problem Solving, Communication Strategies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Florida

    Fixing Healthcare Delivery

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Clinical Leadership, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Overcoming Obstacles, Health Systems, Healthcare Project Management, Lean Methodologies, Care Coordination, Teamwork, Initiative and Leadership, Adaptability, Accident Prevention, Leadership, Collaboration, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Reliability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    137 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SoFi

    Introduction to Personal Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Budgeting, Tax, Financial Planning, Cash Flow Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Credit Risk, Expense Management, Asset Management, Decision Making, Self-Awareness

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Stanford University

    Probabilistic Graphical Models 2: Inference

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Inference, Markov Model, Graph Theory, Sampling (Statistics), Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Algorithms, Probability Distribution, Machine Learning Algorithms, Computational Thinking

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    489 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Generative AI in Business

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, AI Enablement, Generative AI Agents, Data Integration, Business Solutions, Customer experience strategy (CX), Strategic Thinking, Data Strategy, Innovation, Performance Analysis, Performance Measurement, Business Analysis, Project Risk Management, Solution Design, Business Strategies, Business Transformation, Prompt Engineering, Business Process Management, Decision Making

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Business Strategies for Social Impact: University of Pennsylvania
  • Studying Cities: Social Science Methods for Urban Research: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Operations Research (2): Optimization Algorithms: National Taiwan University
  • The Power of Markets I: The Basics of Supply and Demand and Consumer Behavior : University of Rochester
  • Negotiation Skills: Packt
  • Pensamiento Sistémico en el Siglo XXI: Universidad de los Andes
  • EU policy and implementation: making Europe work! : Universiteit Leiden
  • Put It All Together: Prepare for a Cloud Data Analyst Job: Google Cloud
  • Fixing Healthcare Delivery: University of Florida
  • Introduction to Personal Finance: SoFi

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