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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 Pennsylvania

    Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Structure, Relationship Management, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Social Network Analysis, Proactivity, General Networking, Self-Awareness

    ★ 4.7 (344) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • T

    Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

    Innovation Career Lessons from a Master

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Team Building, Ideation, Creative Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Visionary, Initiative and Leadership, New Product Development, Design and Product, Strategic Planning, Persistence, Overcoming Obstacles, Analysis

    ★ 4.8 (351) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Pensamiento Sistémico en el Siglo XXI

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Systems Analysis, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving

    ★ 4.9 (43) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Accounting for Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Accounting, Financial Statement Analysis, Accounting, General Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Fixed Asset, Revenue Management, Equities, Decision Making

    ★ 4.7 (479) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Quantitative Research

    Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Survey Creation, Quantitative Research, Statistical Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Market Research, Advanced Analytics, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Marketing, Data-Driven Marketing, Business Research, Business Analytics, Statistical Modeling, Target Market, Market Analysis, Marketing Strategies, Regression Analysis

    ★ 4.4 (344) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Graph Analytics for Big Data

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Network Model, Database Design, Big Data, Graphing, Apache Spark, Network Analysis, Analytics, Data Store, Data Management, Query Languages, Computing Platforms, Scalability, Distributed Computing, Algorithms

    ★ 4.3 (1.3K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • D

    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Rethinking Logic: Surprising Science of Critical Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Curiosity, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Deductive Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, Open Mindset, Lifelong Learning, Problem Solving, Growth Mindedness, Cognitive flexibility, Decision Making

    ★ 4.9 (47) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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    Credit offered
  • M

    Microsoft

    Program Finance and Investment

    Skills you'll gain: Earned Value Management, Project Schedules, Scheduling, Procurement, Cost Management, Return On Investment, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Capital Budgeting, Financial Analysis, Project Performance, Cost Benefit Analysis, Project Estimation, Microsoft 365, Excel Formulas, Project Finance, Feasibility Studies, Investment Management, Variance Analysis, Problem Solving

    ★ 4.8 (14) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Credit offered
  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Doing Business in Latin America

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Innovation, Economic Development, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Development, Business Strategy, Market Opportunities, Corporate Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Environmental Issue, Business Development, Competitive Analysis, Business Economics, Natural Resource Management, Growth Strategies, Digital Transformation, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

    ★ 4.8 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Digital Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Risk, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Technology, Emerging Technologies, Cyber Governance, Arbitration, Market Dynamics, Litigation and Civil Justice, Digital Analysis, Court Systems, Adjudication, E-Commerce, Political Sciences, Competitive Analysis, Automation, Digital Transformation, Data Ethics, Intellectual Property, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Administration

    ★ 4.7 (188) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Virginia

    The Economics of AI

    Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, Generative AI Agents, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economics, Artificial Intelligence, Economic Development, AI literacy, Socioeconomics, Public Policies, Automation, Labor Relations, Market Dynamics, Growth Strategies, Policy Analysis, Innovation, Production Process

    ★ 4.6 (87) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Michigan

    UX Design: From Concept to Prototype

    Skills you'll gain: User Experience, User Experience Design, User Story, Prototyping, Wireframing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Centered Design, Interactive Design, Ideation, Conceptual Design, Interaction Design, Persona (User Experience), User Interface (UI), Design, Usability Testing, Storyboarding, Mockups, Scenario Testing

    ★ 4.7 (303) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Influence: University of Pennsylvania
  • Innovation Career Lessons from a Master: Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
  • Pensamiento Sistémico en el Siglo XXI: Universidad de los Andes
  • Accounting for Decision Making: University of Michigan
  • Quantitative Research: University of California, Davis
  • Graph Analytics for Big Data: University of California San Diego
  • Rethinking Logic: Surprising Science of Critical Thinking: Deep Teaching Solutions
  • Program Finance and Investment: Microsoft
  • Doing Business in Latin America: Universidad de los Andes
  • Digital Governance: Erasmus University Rotterdam

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