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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.


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Popular Problem Solving Courses and Certifications


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    University of Cambridge

    Finance for Non-finance Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Acumen, Variance Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Cash Flows, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Financial Reporting, Cost Estimation, Financial Statements, Return On Investment, Accounting, Project Estimation, Budgeting, Microsoft Excel, Business Modeling

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Explainable Machine Learning (XAI)

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Model Evaluation, Python Programming, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Deep Learning, Plot (Graphics), Artificial Neural Networks

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Aerial Image Segmentation with PyTorch

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Convolutional Neural Networks, Transfer Learning, Model Evaluation, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Python Programming

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    Alteryx Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Advanced Analytics, Applied Machine Learning, Data Wrangling, Fraud detection, Data Transformation, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Data Pipelines, Data Preprocessing, Feature Engineering, Sampling (Statistics), Data Integration, Model Evaluation, Workflow Management, Complex Problem Solving

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Understanding the Campaign Components

    Skills you'll gain: Campaign Management, Strategic Communication, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Resource Allocation, Media Strategy, Brand Management, Earned Media, Communication Strategies, Owned Media, Public Relations, Shared Media, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Goal Setting, Target Audience, Research and Design, Research, Market Research

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Wrangling Data in the Tidyverse

    Skills you'll gain: Data Wrangling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Data Cleansing, R Programming, Data Preprocessing, Statistical Programming, Text Mining

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru

    Financial Markets and Instruments

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Market, Decision Making, Finance, Business Valuation, Capital Markets, Return On Investment, Equities, Securities (Finance), Corporate Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Management, General Finance, Investments, Risk Analysis, Portfolio Risk, Actuarial Science, Business Mathematics, Social Impact, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Cash Flows

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Zurich

    Nachhaltigkeit lehren lernen

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Sustainable Development, Complex Problem Solving, Sustainability Standards, Teaching, Environment, Curriculum Planning, Environmental Science, Decision Making, Climate Change Mitigation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Illinois Tech

    Introduction to Open Source Application Development

    Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, File I/O, Debugging, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, Computer Programming, System Programming, Pseudocode, Program Development, Software Design, User Interface (UI), Data Structures

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Digital Tools and Well-Being

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Productivity, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Telecommuting, Stress Management, Health And Wellness Coaching, Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Relationship Building, Decision Making

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Avoiding Bias

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Independent Thinking, Open Mindset, Conflict Management, Accountability, Diversity Awareness, Critical Thinking, Advocacy, Leadership, Self-Awareness

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Leadership in Multinational, Cross-Cultural Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Team Leadership, Intercultural Competence, Organizational Leadership, Virtual Teams, Diversity and Inclusion, Cultural Diversity, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Culture, Expectation Management, Decision Making

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Finance for Non-finance Professionals: University of Cambridge
  • Explainable Machine Learning (XAI): Duke University
  • Aerial Image Segmentation with PyTorch : Coursera
  • Alteryx Advanced: Packt
  • Understanding the Campaign Components: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Wrangling Data in the Tidyverse: Johns Hopkins University
  • Financial Markets and Instruments: Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru
  • Nachhaltigkeit lehren lernen : University of Zurich
  • Introduction to Open Source Application Development: Illinois Tech
  • Digital Tools and Well-Being: Arizona State University

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