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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

    Technical Troubleshooting: Diagnostics, Networks, Customers

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Network Performance Management, Technical Communication, Technical Support and Services, Network Support, Technical Support, Debugging, End User Training and Support, Help Desk Support, Problem Management, Network Analysis

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • M

    Microsoft

    Building Intelligent Troubleshooting Agents

    Skills you'll gain: Fine-tuning, Large Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing, LLM Application, Generative AI Agents, Agentic Workflows, Decision Intelligence, Test Case, Agentic systems, User Interface (UI), Performance Testing, Model Training, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Model Optimization, Machine Learning Algorithms, Classification Algorithms, Decision Support Systems, Model Evaluation

    ★ 4.3 (17) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    Arizona State University

    Creatividad, diseño e innovación: Técnicas y herramientas - Proyecto Final

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Stakeholder Analysis, Innovation, Brainstorming, Peer Review, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Creative Thinking, Business Modeling, Proposal Development, Process Development, Creativity, Social Impact, Corporate Sustainability, Business Planning, Constructive Feedback, Brand Strategy

    ★ 4.8 (100) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    University of California San Diego

    Algorithmic Toolbox

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Debugging, Development Testing, Software Testing, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Bioinformatics

    ★ 4.6 (13K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    Automated Reasoning: satisfiability

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Deductive Reasoning, Combinatorics, Logical Reasoning, Mathematical Modeling, Operations Research, Theoretical Computer Science, Mathematical Software, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms, Linear Algebra, Model Optimization, Verification And Validation, Arithmetic

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

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • H

    Howard University

    Solving Business Problems with Spreadsheet Modeling

    Skills you'll gain: Correlation Analysis, Business Analysis, Spreadsheet Software, Business Solutions, Data Analysis Software, Analysis, Business Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Business Modeling, Complex Problem Solving, Data Analysis

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

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

    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    离散优化算法篇 Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Model Optimization, Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Combinatorics, Computational Logic, Performance Tuning, Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Linear Algebra

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Frame AI Problems: Objectives to Metrics

    Skills you'll gain: Smart Goals, Feasibility Studies, Goal Setting, Business Requirements, Project Scoping, Requirements Analysis, Business Metrics, Performance Metric, Project Risk Management, Model Evaluation, Risk Analysis, Performance Measurement, Project Estimation, Needs Assessment, Data Quality, Due Diligence

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    University of California San Diego

    Mathematical Thinking in Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Computational Logic, Deductive Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Applied Mathematics, Arithmetic

    ★ 4.4 (2.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    Google Cloud

    Résolution de problèmes par l’IA avec Cloud Assist

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Problem Management, Cloud Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Artificial Intelligence, Incident Response

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Putting it All Together: Problem-Solve Like an Entrepreneur

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Methodologies, Design Thinking, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Technology Solutions, Customer Analysis, Customer Insights, Market Opportunities, Market Research, User Feedback, Presentations, Storytelling, Interviewing Skills

    ★ 4.7 (19) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    University of California, Davis

    Analytical Solutions to Common Healthcare Problems

    Skills you'll gain: Data Dictionary, Health Informatics, Extract, Transform, Load, Analytical Skills, Fraud detection, Data Integration, Data Analysis, Health Information Management, Value-Based Care, Data Mapping, Clinical Informatics, Data Mining, Data Transformation, Risk Analysis, Data Quality, Anomaly Detection, Classification Algorithms, Predictive Modeling

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

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

  • Technical Troubleshooting: Diagnostics, Networks, Customers: Coursera
  • Building Intelligent Troubleshooting Agents: Microsoft
  • Creatividad, diseño e innovación: Técnicas y herramientas - Proyecto Final: Arizona State University
  • Algorithmic Toolbox: University of California San Diego
  • Automated Reasoning: satisfiability: 28DIGITAL
  • Solving Business Problems with Spreadsheet Modeling: Howard University
  • 离散优化算法篇 Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Frame AI Problems: Objectives to Metrics: Coursera
  • Mathematical Thinking in Computer Science: University of California San Diego
  • Résolution de problèmes par l’IA avec Cloud Assist: Google Cloud

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