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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 Boulder

    Data Mining Project

    Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Data Pipelines, Analytical Skills, Data Preprocessing, Ideation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Technical Writing, Technical Communication

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Gestión con enfoque en riesgos en proyectos de desarrollo

    Skills you'll gain: Project Risk Management, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Risk Mitigation, Risk Control, Project Design, Continuous Monitoring, Project Management, Project Planning, Decision Making, Prioritization

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Environmental Economics

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Business, Environmental Policy, Environmental Issue, Environmental Regulations, Environment, Environment and Resource Management, Climate Change Programs, Climate Change Mitigation, Financial Policy, Cost Benefit Analysis, Energy and Utilities, Economics, Oil and Gas, Policy Analysis, Market Dynamics, Public Policies, Decision Making

    ★ 4.8 (27) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Influencing, Collaboration and Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Trustworthiness, Influencing, Stakeholder Engagement, Leadership and Management, Stakeholder Management, Analytical Skills, Analysis, Leadership, Cooperation, Supervision, Conflict Management, Collaboration, Team Leadership, Communication, Critical Thinking, Team Collaboration, Case Studies, Decision Making, Relationship Building

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Leadership that Delivers

    Skills you'll gain: Accountability Frameworks, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Change Management, Organizational Change, Team Motivation, Leadership, Management Training And Development, Motivational Skills, Trustworthiness, Organizational Leadership, Accountability, Communication Strategies, Visionary, Leadership Development, Workplace inclusivity, Decision Making, Leadership and Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Cross-Functional Team Leadership

    ★ 4.5 (41) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • N

    National Taiwan University

    商管研究中的賽局分析(一):通路選擇、合約制定與共享經濟 (Game Theoretic Analysis for Business Research (1))

    Skills you'll gain: Inventory Management System, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Research, Business Strategy, Game Theory, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making, Revenue Management, Business Modeling, Supply Chain, Business Management, Market Dynamics, Strategic Partnership, Applied Mathematics

    ★ 4.8 (46) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • S

    Simplilearn

    Six Sigma Yellow Belt Exam Prep Certification

    Skills you'll gain: Kanban Principles, Process Capability, Lean Six Sigma, Lean Methodologies, Six Sigma Methodology, Continuous Improvement Process, Project Closure, Root Cause Analysis, Process Improvement, Quality Improvement, Performance Metric, Project Documentation, Lean Manufacturing, Process Mapping, Data Literacy, Project Scoping, Return On Investment, Process Optimization, Problem Solving, Statistics

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Virginia

    Sustainability through Soccer: Systems-Thinking in Action

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Visionary, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Open Mindset, Environmental Issue, Adaptability, Resilience

    ★ 4.1 (45) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • L

    London Business School

    New Ways of Working in an AI World

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Leadership Studies, Business Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Responsible AI, Business Transformation, Artificial Intelligence, Data Strategy, Digital Transformation, Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Technology Strategies, AI Integrations, Business Strategy, Business Ethics, Machine Learning, Scalability, Case Studies, Decision Making

    ★ 4.6 (56) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    IESE Business School

    Parte 3: Design Thinking de la idea al prototipo

    Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Design Thinking, Brainstorming, Solution Design, Innovation, Creative Thinking, Strategic Thinking, Problem Solving, Organizational Skills, Meeting Facilitation, Creativity, Collaboration, Verification And Validation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • M

    Meta

    Android App Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Android Jetpack, Version Control, Android Development, Android Studio, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Mobile Development, Application Design, User Interface (UI), UI/UX Strategy, Kotlin, Application Development, User Interface (UI) Design, User Flows, Data Access, Information Architecture

    ★ 4.7 (43) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Capstone: Creating A Sustainability Proposal

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Development, Sustainable Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Corporate Sustainability, Sales Presentations, Sustainable Business, Proposal Writing, Social Impact, Budgeting, Budget Management, Financial Analysis, Case Studies, Cost Benefit Analysis

    ★ 4.8 (65) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Data Mining Project: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Gestión con enfoque en riesgos en proyectos de desarrollo: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Environmental Economics: University of Michigan
  • Influencing, Collaboration and Decision Making: STARWEAVER
  • Leadership that Delivers: Coursera
  • 商管研究中的賽局分析(一):通路選擇、合約制定與共享經濟 (Game Theoretic Analysis for Business Research (1)): National Taiwan University
  • Six Sigma Yellow Belt Exam Prep Certification: Simplilearn
  • Sustainability through Soccer: Systems-Thinking in Action: University of Virginia
  • New Ways of Working in an AI World: London Business School
  • Parte 3: Design Thinking de la idea al prototipo: IESE Business School

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