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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 Michigan

    AI for Lawyers: Communication and Creativity

    Skills you'll gain: AI powered creativity, AI literacy, Legal Technology, Creativity, Oral Expression, Writing and Editing, Presentations, AI Integrations, Editing, Writing, Communication, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Content Creation, Critical Thinking

    ★ 4.5 (13) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Particle Dynamics

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Torque (Physics), Physics, Engineering Calculations, Differential Equations, Integral Calculus, Calculus, Applied Mathematics

    ★ 4.7 (38) · Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • F

    Fractal Analytics

    Foundations of Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Model Deployment, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Supervised Learning, Regression Analysis, Decision Tree Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Training, Feature Engineering, Data Preprocessing, Unsupervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Model Optimization, Logistic Regression, Anomaly Detection, Classification Algorithms

    ★ 4.5 (14) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Simulation, Algorithm Analysis, and Pointers

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Simulations, C (Programming Language), Computational Thinking, Automation, Algorithms, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Memory Management

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    AI-assisted MATLAB Programming with ChatGPT

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Matlab, AI Personalization, Generative AI, Debugging

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • B

    Board Infinity

    Mastering HR Competencies & Case Studies for SHRM Exams Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Human Resources, Human Resources Management and Planning, HR Tech, Human Resource Strategy, Culture Transformation, Organizational Change, Leadership Development, Organizational Development, Professional Networking, Lifelong Learning, Innovation, Case Studies, Change Management, Time Management, Learning Strategies, Branding, Analysis

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • S

    Starweaver

    Effective Service Innovation by Design in Hotel Management

    Skills you'll gain: Customer experience improvement, Customer experience strategy (CX), Service Design, Design Thinking, Change Management, Organizational Change, Service Improvement, Culture Transformation, Process Mapping, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Journey Mapping, Customer Service, Hospitality Management, Hospitality, Guest Relations, Customer Analysis, Hotel And Restaurant Management, Hospitality and Food Services, Sustainable Business, Collaboration

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • P

    Packt

    Linux Troubleshooting Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Analysis, Virtual Environment, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, End User Training and Support, Help Desk Support, System Configuration, Record Keeping, Cloud Deployment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • L

    Logical Operations

    Effective Management

    Skills you'll gain: Management Training And Development, Team Management, Team Leadership, Team Performance Management, Leadership and Management, People Management, Team Building, Team Motivation, Teamwork, Delegation Skills, Leadership, Communication, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Communications, Leadership Development, Business Leadership, Employee Coaching, Creative Problem-Solving, Coaching, Personal Development

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • P

    Packt

    Data Structures Using Python - An Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Network Model, Python Programming, Data Manipulation, Memory Management, Algorithms, Debugging

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • B

    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Automata and Computability

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Logic, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Computer Science, Graph Theory, Deductive Reasoning, Natural Language Processing, Logical Reasoning, Formal Learning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • C

    Coursera

    Complex Retrieval Queries in MySQL Workbench

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL Workbench, Data Validation, SQL, MySQL, Query Languages, Analytical Skills, Relational Databases, Scripting, Verification And Validation, Database Management

    ★ 4.5 (67) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular problem solving courses

  • AI for Lawyers: Communication and Creativity: University of Michigan
  • Particle Dynamics: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Foundations of Machine Learning : Fractal Analytics
  • Simulation, Algorithm Analysis, and Pointers: University of Colorado System
  • AI-assisted MATLAB Programming with ChatGPT : Vanderbilt University
  • Mastering HR Competencies & Case Studies for SHRM Exams Prep: Board Infinity
  • Effective Service Innovation by Design in Hotel Management : Starweaver
  • Linux Troubleshooting Fundamentals: Packt
  • Effective Management: Logical Operations
  • Data Structures Using Python - An Introduction: Packt

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