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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 Colorado System

    Business Intelligence Concepts, Tools, and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Support Systems, Dashboard, Business Intelligence, Performance Measurement, Dashboard Creation, Data Visualization, Business Intelligence Software, Operational Performance Management, MicroStrategy, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Warehousing, Business Analytics, Data Visualization Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Analytics, Data Analysis, Decision Making

    ★ 4.5 (654) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • B

    Board Infinity

    Fundamentals of Management Consulting

    Skills you'll gain: Management Consulting, Consulting, Business Consulting, Interviewing Skills, Business Analysis Tools, Estimation, Case Studies, Consultative Approaches, Business Strategy, Analysis, Complex Problem Solving

    ★ 3.6 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    CVS Health

    Preparing for Your Call Center Customer Service Role

    Skills you'll gain: Call Center Experience, Interviewing Skills, De-escalation Techniques, Customer Relationship Building, Customer Complaint Resolution, Customer Engagement, Customer Service, Problem Solving, Conflict Management, Inbound Calls, Telephone Skills, Customer Support, Professionalism, Verbal Communication Skills, Active Listening, Communication

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • L

    Lund University

    Digital Business Models

    Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Digital Transformation, Digital Analysis, Software As A Service, Innovation, Software Development, Network Analysis, Business Strategy, Business Strategies, E-Commerce, Value Propositions, Decision Making, Case Studies

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

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University at Buffalo

    Introduction to the Nonprofit Sector, Nonprofit Organizations, Nonprofit Leadership and Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Governance, Leadership and Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership Studies, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Case Studies, Analysis, Decision Making

    ★ 4.4 (218) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Neuromarketing

    Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Science and Research, Laboratory Research, Research Methodologies, Research, Consumer Behaviour, Sensory Systems Analysis, Influencing, Marketing Psychology, Case Studies, Persuasive Communication, Statistical Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Experimentation, Decision Making

    ★ 4.5 (48) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    AI Applications in People Management

    Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, HR Tech, Human Resource Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Responsible AI, Human Resources, AI Enablement, Data Ethics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Artificial Intelligence, Employee Engagement, Machine Learning, Employee Retention, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Blockchain, Predictive Modeling, Decision Making

    ★ 4.7 (334) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    Utrecht University

    Clinical Epidemiology

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Clinical Practices, General Medicine, Clinical Research, Medical Science and Research, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Trials, Public Health, Patient Treatment, Predictive Modeling

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

    Category: Free
    Free
  • G

    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, Large Language Modeling, AI literacy, Professional Development, Problem Solving

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Politecnico di Milano

    Fundamentals of financial and management accounting

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Accounting, Financial Reporting, Management Accounting, Financial Accounting, Financial Analysis, General Accounting, Balance Sheet, Capital Budgeting, Standard Accounting Practices, Cost Accounting, Income Statement, Cost Management, Cash Flows, Capital Expenditure, Decision Making

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

    From Idea to Startup

    Skills you'll gain: Business Planning, Value Propositions, Entrepreneurship, Ideation, Business Strategy, New Product Development, Commercialization, Risk Management, Product Development, Innovation, Communication, Persuasive Communication, Sales Presentations, Feasibility Studies, Verification And Validation, Decision Making, Interviewing Skills

    ★ 4.8 (783) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • N

    National Taiwan University

    Operations Research (2): Optimization Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Model Optimization, Algorithms, Program Implementation, Mathematical Software, Mathematical Modeling, Industrial Engineering, Calculus, Business Analytics

    ★ 4.9 (162) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Business Intelligence Concepts, Tools, and Applications: University of Colorado System
  • Fundamentals of Management Consulting: Board Infinity
  • Preparing for Your Call Center Customer Service Role: CVS Health
  • Digital Business Models: Lund University
  • Introduction to the Nonprofit Sector, Nonprofit Organizations, Nonprofit Leadership and Governance: University at Buffalo
  • Neuromarketing: Johns Hopkins University
  • AI Applications in People Management: University of Pennsylvania
  • Clinical Epidemiology: Utrecht University
  • Put It All Together: Prepare for a Cloud Data Analyst Job: Google Cloud
  • Fundamentals of financial and management accounting: Politecnico di Milano

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