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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 Pennsylvania

    Social Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Project Scoping, Entrepreneurship, Sustainable Development, Feasibility Studies, Solution Delivery, Socioeconomics, Customer Analysis, Target Audience, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Stakeholder Management, Competitive Analysis, Social Sciences, Business Operations, Cost Estimation, Market Opportunities, New Business Development, Stakeholder Analysis, Ideation, Business Research

    ★ 4.7 (406) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • T

    The Open University

    Thinking about sustainable business systemically

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Development, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Systems, Stakeholder Analysis, Business Systems Analysis, Business Transformation, Systems Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Complex Problem Solving, Problem Solving, Interviewing Skills

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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  • A

    Arizona State University

    Futures Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Visionary, Strategic Thinking, Proactivity, Creative Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Optimism, Open Mindset, Empowerment, Planning, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Decision Making

    ★ 4.5 (63) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • C

    Coursera

    Deep Learning with PyTorch : Image Segmentation

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

    ★ 4.4 (229) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Introduction to Finance: The Role of Financial Markets

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Market, Capital Budgeting, Financial Management, Finance, General Finance, Investments, Securities (Finance), Equities, Capital Markets, Decision Making, Return On Investment, Market Data, Risk Management, Cash Flows, Risk Analysis

    ★ 4.6 (100) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    ¿Cómo tomar decisiones financieras que agreguen valor?

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Modeling, Risk Analysis, Financial Analysis, Finance, Financial Data, Financial Forecasting, Corporate Finance, Return On Investment, Financial Statement Analysis, Decision Making, Financial Statements, Capital Budgeting, Financial Accounting, General Finance, Cash Flow Forecasting, Cash Flows

    ★ 4.9 (212) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • E

    ESSEC Business School

    Évaluation & Mesure d'Impact Social

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Return On Investment, Stakeholder Engagement, Program Evaluation, Sustainable Business, Philanthropy, Performance Measurement, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Program Implementation, Surveys, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Metric, Data Collection, Qualitative Research, Strategic Communication, Organizational Change, Resource Allocation

    ★ 4.6 (100) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Virginia

    Design Thinking: Ideas to Action

    Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Design Thinking, Ideation, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Design Strategies, Product Development, Product Design, Strategic Thinking, User Feedback, Prioritization, Stakeholder Engagement, Decision Making, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Collaboration, Customer Engagement

    ★ 4.6 (85) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    Universidade de São Paulo

    Inove na gestão de equipes e negócios: O crescimento da empresa

    Skills you'll gain: Talent Management, Team Management, Team Motivation, Team Performance Management, Team Building, People Development, Product Development, Business Planning, Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, Decision Making, Operations, Agile Product Development, Management Training And Development, Workforce Development, Staff Management, Leadership and Management, Process Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Metrics

    ★ 4.8 (271) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • F

    Fractal Analytics

    Responsible AI - Principles and Ethical Considerations

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, AI Security, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Governance, Data Security, Governance, Diversity Awareness, Continuous Monitoring, Algorithms, Complex Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

    ★ 4.4 (29) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Basic Image Classification with TensorFlow

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Keras (Neural Network Library), Model Training, Tensorflow, Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Network Model, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Network Architecture

    ★ 4.6 (848) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • L

    LearnKartS

    Project Management and Risk Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Project Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Agile Methodology, Risk Appetite, Risk Control, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Agile Project Management, Project Implementation, Stakeholder Communications, Project Planning

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

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

  • Social Entrepreneurship: University of Pennsylvania
  • Thinking about sustainable business systemically: The Open University
  • Futures Thinking: Arizona State University
  • Deep Learning with PyTorch : Image Segmentation: Coursera
  • Introduction to Finance: The Role of Financial Markets: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • ¿Cómo tomar decisiones financieras que agreguen valor?: Universidad de los Andes
  • Évaluation & Mesure d'Impact Social: ESSEC Business School
  • Design Thinking: Ideas to Action: University of Virginia
  • Inove na gestão de equipes e negócios: O crescimento da empresa: Universidade de São Paulo
  • Responsible AI - Principles and Ethical Considerations: Fractal Analytics

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