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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


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    Coursera

    Retrieve Data using Single-Table SQL Queries

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, Data Access, Database Software, Database Design, Relational Databases, Problem Solving

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    335 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: New
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    Chris Croft Training

    Work-Life Balance: Strategies for Busy Professionals

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    IBM

    Delivering Quality Work with Agility

    Skills you'll gain: Professionalism, Follow Through, Conscientiousness, Workflow Management, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Operational Efficiency, Accountability, Time Management, Agile Methodology, Plan Execution, Problem Solving, Planning, Process Improvement, Adaptability, Quality Improvement, Quality Management, Process Development, Communication Planning, Communication, Decision Making

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    601 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    University of Michigan

    Influencing People

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Leadership Development, Professional Networking, Relationship Building, Public Speaking, Rapport Building, Decision Making, Communication, People Development, Tactfulness, Relationship Management, Social Skills, Trustworthiness, Independent Thinking, Organizational Structure

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    4.3K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    IBM

    Data Scientist Career Guide and Interview Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Interviewing Skills, Professional Development, Presentations, Data Science, Writing, Business Research, Portfolio Management, Oral Expression, Problem Solving, Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    407 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
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    Chegg Skills

    Practical Prompt Engineering with AI

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Supply Chain Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Demand Planning, Forecasting, Customer Demand Planning, Supply Chain Planning, Sales Management, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Supply Chain Management, Planning, Trend Analysis, Decision Making, Performance Measurement, Microsoft Excel

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    3.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    University of Pennsylvania

    Inheritance and Data Structures in Java

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Java Programming, Eclipse (Software), Java, Debugging, Integrated Development Environments, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Data Structures, File Management, Development Environment, Programming Principles, Problem Solving

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    109 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
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    Stanford University

    Organizational Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Structure, Social Network Analysis, Decision Making, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Development, Organizational Change, Organizational Effectiveness, Strategic Decision-Making, Social Sciences, Culture, Sociology, Resource Management, Case Studies, Knowledge Transfer, Coordination, Influencing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    1.7K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Driving business towards the Sustainable Development Goals

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Systems, Social Impact, Business Transformation, Environmental Issue, Systems Thinking, Economic Development, Strategic Partnership, Environment and Resource Management, Innovation, Collaboration, Climate Change Mitigation, Complex Problem Solving

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    IBM

    Introduction to Deep Learning & Neural Networks with Keras

    Skills you'll gain: Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, Transfer Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Convolutional Neural Networks, Model Optimization, Machine Learning Methods, Image Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Autoencoders, Model Training, Regression Analysis, Network Architecture, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    2.1K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Kennesaw State University

    Six Sigma and the Organization (Advanced)

    Skills you'll gain: Quality Improvement, Lean Six Sigma, Lean Methodologies, Six Sigma Methodology, Process Improvement, Process Capability, Process Analysis, Business Process Management, Business Process, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Development, Eight Disciplines Problem Solving (8D), Project Design, Project Planning, Quality Control, Customer Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    3.8K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Retrieve Data using Single-Table SQL Queries: Coursera
  • Work-Life Balance: Strategies for Busy Professionals: Chris Croft Training
  • Delivering Quality Work with Agility: IBM
  • Influencing People: University of Michigan
  • Data Scientist Career Guide and Interview Preparation: IBM
  • Practical Prompt Engineering with AI: Chegg Skills
  • Supply Chain Planning: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Inheritance and Data Structures in Java: University of Pennsylvania
  • Organizational Analysis: Stanford University
  • Driving business towards the Sustainable Development Goals: Erasmus University Rotterdam

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