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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


  • B

    Board Infinity

    Foundations of Management Consulting: Strategies & Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Selling Techniques, Business, Marketing, Economics, Advertising, Market Dynamics, Case Studies, Business Solutions, Market Analysis, Product Strategy, Business Planning, Complex Problem Solving

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    32 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidades Anáhuac

    Liderazgo efectivo y colaboración con inteligencia emocional

    Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Team Management, Personal Development, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Teamwork, Collaboration, Conflict Management, Team Motivation, Professional Development, Productivity, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Motivational Skills, Self-Awareness, Overcoming Obstacles, Communication, Problem Solving

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    66 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    PlanU: escoge la mejor carrera y universidad para ti

    Skills you'll gain: Adaptability, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Planning, Personal Development, Academic Advising, Higher Education, Goal Setting, Family Support, Research

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    736 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    اعمل بذكاء أكبر لا بجهد أكثر: إدارة الوقت الشخصي والمهني

    Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Planning, Delegation Skills, Resource Management, Expectation Management, Organizational Skills, Productivity, Personal Development, Prioritization, Overcoming Obstacles, Goal Setting, Decision Making, Sales

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    841 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Workplace Culture for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Team Leadership, Compassion, Influencing, Emotional Intelligence, Team Building, Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Social Skills, digital literacy, Self-Awareness, Media and Communications, Digital Communications, Interpersonal Communications, Decision Making, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Independent Thinking, Open Mindset, Conflict Management, Accountability

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    124 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • T

    The University of Chicago

    Internet Giants: The Law and Economics of Media Platforms

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Media and Communications, Digital Content, Technology Strategies, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Network Protocols, Telecommunications, Market Dynamics, Case Law, Lawsuits, Economics, Competitive Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.1K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Biology Everywhere

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Human Development, Biology, Life Sciences, Environment, Chemistry, Cell Biology, Environmental Issue, Child Development, Environmental Science, Environmental Resource Management, Music, Biotechnology, General Science and Research, Decision Making, Natural Resource Management, Liberal Arts, Oncology, Sustainable Development

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    389 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • G

    Google

    Google Data-Driven Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Ethics, Data Literacy, Data Analysis, Tableau Software, Data Integrity, Statistical Methods, Stakeholder Communications, Responsible AI, Small Data, Decision Making, Stakeholder Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Big Data, Sampling (Statistics), Data Sharing, Spreadsheet Software, Verbal Communication Skills, Solution Design, Root Cause Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    51 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • A

    Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute

    Machine Learning: Algorithms in the Real World

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Data Preprocessing, Feature Engineering, Responsible AI, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Ethics, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Data Quality, Classification Algorithms, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Model Deployment, Jupyter, Data Validation, Machine Learning, Decision Tree Learning, Business Operations, Data Cleansing, Product Lifecycle Management, Project Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.1K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    A Business Approach to Sustainable Landscape Restoration

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Sustainable Business, Sustainable Development, Natural Resource Management, Business Modeling, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Science, Case Studies, Complex Problem Solving, Cost Benefit Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Partnership

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    98 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universiteit Leiden

    EU policy and implementation: making Europe work!

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Development, Environmental Policy, Program Evaluation, Governance, Immigration Law, Research Methodologies

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    199 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Matrix Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Dimensionality Reduction, NumPy, Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Regression Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Solution Design, Applied Machine Learning, Data Manipulation, Algorithms, Python Programming

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    ·
    249 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Foundations of Management Consulting: Strategies & Tools: Board Infinity
  • Liderazgo efectivo y colaboración con inteligencia emocional: Universidades Anáhuac
  • PlanU: escoge la mejor carrera y universidad para ti: Universidad de los Andes
  • اعمل بذكاء أكبر لا بجهد أكثر: إدارة الوقت الشخصي والمهني: University of California, Irvine
  • Workplace Culture for Everyone: Arizona State University
  • Internet Giants: The Law and Economics of Media Platforms: The University of Chicago
  • Biology Everywhere: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Google Data-Driven Decision Making: Google
  • Machine Learning: Algorithms in the Real World: Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute
  • A Business Approach to Sustainable Landscape Restoration: Erasmus University Rotterdam

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