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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Conduct a 5 Whys Analysis in Miro

    Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Root Cause Analysis, Collaborative Software, Ideation, Business Analysis, Problem Management, Design Thinking, Business Process Management

    ★ 4.5 (31) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • E

    Emory University

    Managing Uncertainty in Marketing Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Probability Distribution, Marketing Analytics, Probability, Microsoft Excel, Statistics, Data-Driven Marketing, Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, Probability & Statistics, Risk Modeling, Excel Formulas, Decision Making, Risk Management, Simulation and Simulation Software, Insurance and Warranty Claims Processing, Risk Analysis

    ★ 4.3 (68) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Pearson

    PMP Certification: Unit 2

    Skills you'll gain: Scope Management, Project Schedules, Project Scoping, Scheduling, Requirements Management, Resource Allocation, Project Planning, Resource Planning, Project Documentation, Project Management, Solution Delivery, Resource Utilization, Project Controls, Product Requirements, Work Breakdown Structure, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Dependency Analysis

    ★ 4.4 (8) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Evaluación del Aprendizaje en Escenarios Clínicos

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Patient-centered Care, Clinical Supervision, Clinical Assessment, Clinical Practices, Constructive Feedback, Mentorship, Decision Making

    ★ 4.9 (159) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • M

    Madecraft

    Overcoming Cognitive Bias

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Strategic Thinking, Problem Solving, Self-Awareness, Mitigation, Constructive Feedback, Conflict Management, Learning Strategies, Negotiation, Personal Development, Professional Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Setting Up a Digital Library with EPIC

    Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, digital literacy

    ★ 4.6 (88) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • B

    Board Infinity

    Mastering Product Management Interviews: A Strategic Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Agile Product Development, Agile Software Development, Product Strategy, Product Design, Market Analysis, Technical Management, Product Marketing, Product Planning, Market Research, Customer Analysis, Target Market, Commercialization, Oral Expression, Stakeholder Communications, Data Analysis Software, Portfolio Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Decision Making

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Hyperparameter Tuning with Keras Tuner

    Skills you'll gain: Keras (Neural Network Library), Model Optimization, Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Model Training, Deep Learning, Python Programming, Performance Tuning, Machine Learning

    ★ 4.6 (71) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of the Arts London

    Fashion Values: Nature

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Corporate Sustainability, Community Development, Systems Thinking, Design, Ideation, Prototyping

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Packt

    Advanced Algorithms, Dynamic Programming & Graph Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Algorithms, Game Theory, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Problem Solving

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Trustworthy AI: Managing Bias, Ethics, and Accountability

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Business Ethics, Machine Learning, AI literacy, Accountability, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Ethical Standards And Conduct, Risk Analysis, Case Studies, Risk Mitigation, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Decision Making, Workforce Management

    ★ 4.5 (14) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Introduction to Open Source Software

    Skills you'll gain: Open Source Technology, Package and Software Management, Linux, Shell Script, Ubuntu, Unix Shell, Linux Administration, Operating System Administration, Bash (Scripting Language), Linux Servers, Unix, Operating Systems, Command-Line Interface, Scripting, Linux Commands, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, File Systems, Network Administration, Software Installation, System Software

    ★ 4.8 (13) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular problem solving courses

  • Conduct a 5 Whys Analysis in Miro: Coursera
  • Managing Uncertainty in Marketing Analytics: Emory University
  • PMP Certification: Unit 2: Pearson
  • Evaluación del Aprendizaje en Escenarios Clínicos: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Overcoming Cognitive Bias: Madecraft
  • Setting Up a Digital Library with EPIC: Coursera
  • Mastering Product Management Interviews: A Strategic Guide: Board Infinity
  • Hyperparameter Tuning with Keras Tuner: Coursera
  • Fashion Values: Nature: University of the Arts London
  • Advanced Algorithms, Dynamic Programming & Graph Algorithms: Packt

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