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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


  • 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

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    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

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    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
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  • L

    LearnKartS

    Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT: Beginner to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Patterns, Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Multimodal Prompts, Prompt Engineering Tools, Token Optimization, Context Engineering, AI Enablement, LLM Application, AI literacy, Large Language Modeling, Embeddings, Artificial Intelligence, Problem Solving, Technical Writing, Content Creation, Natural Language Processing, Productivity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of California, Santa Cruz

    The Career Design Lab: Change your Job, Change your Life

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Positivity, Design Thinking, Decision Making, Rapport Building, Relationship Building, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, Optimism, Brainstorming, Self-Awareness, Negotiation, Personal Development, Goal Setting

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

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  • P

    Packt

    Real-World SQL Projects - 5 Hands-On Case Studies

    Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Analytical Skills, Data Wrangling, SQL, Data Preprocessing, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Query Languages, Problem Solving, Case Studies, GitHub, Exploratory Data Analysis, Relational Databases, Analytical Testing, Data Modeling

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Leadership and Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Negotiation, Leadership, Conflict Management, Persuasive Communication, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Communication, Personal Development, Professionalism, Personal Attributes, Personal Integrity, Team Building, Constructive Feedback

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

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    Coursera

    Managing AI Projects That Ship and Scale

    Skills you'll gain: Milestones (Project Management), Acceptance Testing, CI/CD, Scope Management, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Feature Engineering, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Capacity Management, Responsible AI, Smart Goals, Backlogs, Project Risk Management, Compliance Management, Stakeholder Communications, Risk Management, Data Governance, Model Evaluation, Project Planning, Case Studies, Risking

    ★ 4 (10) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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    Packt

    Microsoft Project 2021 From Beginners to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Project, Earned Value Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Schedules, Resource Allocation, Calendar Management, Project Management Software, Microsoft Excel, Resource Utilization, Project Controls, Excel Macros, Project Performance, Resource Management, Timelines, Ad Hoc Reporting, Business Reporting, Resource Planning, Milestones (Project Management), Scheduling, Cost Management

    ★ 4.3 (15) · Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Creative Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Resourcefulness, Creativity, Curiosity, Strategic Thinking, Independent Thinking, Innovation, Decision Making, Collaboration

    ★ 4 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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    L&T EduTech

    Load Flow Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Electric Power Systems, Electrical Power, Network Model, Energy and Utilities, Engineering Analysis, Systems Analysis, Electrical Engineering, Network Analysis, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Graph Theory

    ★ 4.1 (10) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Collegiate Esports and Career Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Workforce Development, Higher Education, Market Dynamics, Research, Student Engagement, Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Decision Making

    ★ 4.6 (56) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Managing Uncertainty in Marketing Analytics: Emory University
  • New Ways of Working in an AI World: London Business School
  • Android App Capstone: Meta
  • Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT: Beginner to Advanced: LearnKartS
  • The Career Design Lab: Change your Job, Change your Life: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Real-World SQL Projects - 5 Hands-On Case Studies: Packt
  • Leadership and Influence: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Managing AI Projects That Ship and Scale: Coursera
  • Microsoft Project 2021 From Beginners to Advanced: Packt
  • Creative Thinking: Arizona State University

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