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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

    Analytics Application & Insight

    Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, Dashboard Creation, Employee Engagement, Dashboard, Workforce Planning, Human Resources Management and Planning, Root Cause Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytics, Problem Solving, Workforce Management, Employee Surveys, Generative AI, Performance Metric, Management Reporting, Talent Management, Business Metrics, Predictive Analytics, Data Presentation, Decision Making

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Test-Driven Development Overview

    Skills you'll gain: Test Driven Development (TDD), Unit Testing, Development Testing, Software Testing, Debugging, Software Development, Python Programming

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • M

    Meta

    Database Clients

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Database Development, Django (Web Framework), Query Languages, Database Management, Database Application, SQL, Databases, Stored Procedure, Back-End Web Development, Python Programming, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Management

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    The Complete Java Developer Course: From Beginner to Master

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Java Programming, File I/O, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Android Development, Application Development, Programming Principles, Program Development, Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Interpersonal, Developmental, and Evolutionary Perspectives of the Mind

    Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, Game Theory, Decision Intelligence, Human Development, Behavioral Economics, Artificial Intelligence, Psychology, Simulations, Mathematical Modeling

    ★ 4.3 (37) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Learn to Teach Java

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Java, Java Programming, Teaching, Programming Principles, Program Development, Pedagogy, Computer Programming, Software Design, Computational Thinking, Education Software and Technology, Cultural Responsiveness, Digital pedagogy, Test Case, Computational Logic, Algorithms, Data Structures

    ★ 4.7 (57) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Organizational innovation and creativity

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Creative Thinking, New Product Development, Open Mindset, Cognitive flexibility, Creativity, Lean Methodologies, Customer Engagement, Product Development

    ★ 4.6 (17) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Python Scripting Case Study - Creating a Console Application

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Scripting Languages, Python Programming, Data Validation, Record Keeping, Programming Principles, Code Reusability, Problem Solving

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • H

    Howard University

    Cloud Transformation

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Technologies, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Security, Virtualization, Cloud Platforms, Digital Transformation, Cloud Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Public Cloud, Business Transformation, Infrastructure Security, Mainframe Technologies, Private Cloud, Technology Strategies, Business Solutions, Data Centers

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Blockchains, Tokens, and The Decentralized Future

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, FinTech, Organizational Structure, Governance, Emerging Technologies, Web Applications, Transaction Processing, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Distributed Computing, Digital Assets, Payment Processing, Regulatory Compliance, Ledgers (Accounting), Data Security, Financial Regulation, Case Studies

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

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    Preview
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • P

    Packt

    Introduction to Fundamental Data Structures and Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    Scrimba

    Advanced JavaScript 1: Objects, Loops, Hoisting

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Code Reusability, Computational Logic, Programming Principles, Data Import/Export, Web Development

    ★ 4.5 (12) · 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

  • Analytics Application & Insight: Coursera
  • Test-Driven Development Overview: LearnQuest
  • Database Clients: Meta
  • The Complete Java Developer Course: From Beginner to Master: Packt
  • Interpersonal, Developmental, and Evolutionary Perspectives of the Mind: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Learn to Teach Java: University of California San Diego
  • Organizational innovation and creativity: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Python Scripting Case Study - Creating a Console Application: EDUCBA
  • Cloud Transformation: Howard University
  • Blockchains, Tokens, and The Decentralized Future: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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