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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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    Politecnico di Milano

    Project Management: Beyond planning and control

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Structure, People Management, Project Management, Innovation, Team Management, Project Design, Project Coordination, Agile Project Management, Business Priorities, Business Process Management, Conflict Management, Change Management, Decision Making

    4.8
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    197 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fractal Analytics

    Introduction to Vertex AI

    Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Generative AI, Model Deployment, Google Cloud Platform, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, User Interface (UI), Cloud Computing, Complex Problem Solving, Scalability, Critical Thinking

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Making Money as a Freelancer

    Skills you'll gain: Budget Management, Financial Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Small Business Accounting, Accounting, Price Negotiation, Revenue Forecasting, Business Planning, Budgeting, Financial Planning, Financial Management, Forecasting, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Balance Sheet, Expense Management, Decision Making

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Introducción al mantenimiento de activos físicos

    Skills you'll gain: Asset Management, Facility Management and Maintenance, Maintainability, Capacity Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Product Lifecycle Management, Performance Measurement, Failure Analysis, Continuous Monitoring, Reliability, Decision Making, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Cost Benefit Analysis, Scheduling

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    133 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Create a Project Charter with Google Docs

    Skills you'll gain: Project Documentation, Lean Six Sigma, Project Management, Project Scoping, Google Docs, Timelines

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    233 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Homeland Security and Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Management Framework, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Public Safety and National Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Operations, Cyber Governance, Security Management, NIST 800-53, Incident Response, Security Strategy, Technology Roadmaps, Network Infrastructure, Technology Solutions, Transportation Operations, Legal Risk

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Information Technology Entrepreneurship & Startup

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Acquisition Management, Target Market, Market Opportunities, Competitive Analysis, Go To Market Strategy, Market Analysis, Persona Development, Ideation, Value Propositions, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Partnership, Process Mapping, Sprint Planning, AI Enablement, Brainstorming, Growth Strategies, Business Planning, New Business Development, Problem Solving

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Market Equilibrium, Government Policy & Elasticity

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Behavioral Economics, Supply And Demand, Policy Analysis, Market Dynamics, Business Economics, Public Policies, Socioeconomics, Consumer Behaviour, Political Sciences, Decision Making

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    ¿Cómo tomar decisiones financieras que agreguen valor?

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Modeling, Risk Analysis, Financial Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Corporate Finance, Return On Investment, Financial Statement Analysis, Decision Making, Capital Budgeting, Financial Accounting, Cash Flows

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    إدارة المشتريات والعقود

    Skills you'll gain: Contract Management, Procurement, Purchasing, Vendor Management, Supplier Management, Supply Chain, Supplier Relationship Management, Cost Reduction, Decision Making, Quality Assurance

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

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    IBM

    Practice Exams for CompTIA A+ Certification: Core 1 & Core 2

    Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, Network Infrastructure, Data Storage, Command-Line Interface, Active Directory, Technical Support and Services, System Configuration, Cyber Security Assessment

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    60 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Project Management: Beyond planning and control: Politecnico di Milano
  • Introduction to Vertex AI : Fractal Analytics
  • Making Money as a Freelancer: California Institute of the Arts
  • Introducción al mantenimiento de activos físicos: Universidad de los Andes
  • Create a Project Charter with Google Docs: Coursera
  • Studying Cities: Social Science Methods for Urban Research: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Homeland Security and Cybersecurity: University of Colorado System
  • Information Technology Entrepreneurship & Startup: University of Minnesota
  • Market Equilibrium, Government Policy & Elasticity: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • ¿Cómo tomar decisiones financieras que agreguen valor?: Universidad de los Andes

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