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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 Colorado System

    Cloud Computing Security

    Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Computing, User Provisioning, Cloud Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Security, Load Balancing, User Accounts, Cloud API, Cloud Services, Linux Servers, Apache, Web Servers, Linux Administration, System Configuration, Command-Line Interface, Debugging

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

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  • U

    University at Buffalo

    The Roles and Responsibilities of Nonprofit Boards of Directors within the Governance Process

    Skills you'll gain: Governance, Peer Review, Strategic Planning, Performance Measurement, Performance Review, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Performance Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Performance Analysis, Resource Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Fundraising, Resource Allocation, Case Studies, Leadership, Team Leadership, Analysis, Risk Management, Due Diligence

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

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    IBM

    Vector Database Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Vector Databases, Hugging Face, MongoDB, Embeddings, NoSQL, AI Personalization, Artificial Intelligence, PostgreSQL, Data Store, Relational Databases, Database Management Systems, Generative AI, SQL, Databases, Database Systems, LLM Application, Query Languages, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning, Data Science

    ★ 4.6 (76) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Smart Working: Lavoro agile e Business English

    Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Teamwork, Team Oriented, Telecommuting, English Language, Business Communication, Collaborative Software, Business Correspondence, Communication, Virtual Teams, Business Writing, Verbal Communication Skills, Language Competency, Workforce Development, Adult Education, Organizational Skills, digital literacy, Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Problem Solving

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

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  • U

    University of Alberta

    Science & Religion 101

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Ancient History, Biology, Liberal Arts, European History

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

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  • C

    Coursera

    GenAI for UX Designers

    Skills you'll gain: User Experience, User Experience Design, Wireframing, User Research, Persona (User Experience), Responsible AI, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Usability, Adobe XD, Usability Testing, Generative AI, Figma (Design Software), AI literacy, Prototyping, User Interface (UI) Design, Persona Development

    ★ 4.2 (122) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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  • M

    Meta

    Capstone (React App)

    Skills you'll gain: React Native, Mobile Development, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), UI/UX Strategy, Version Control, User Experience Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Wireframing, UI Components, React.js, User Flows, Data Store, Data Access, Development Environment, Data Persistence, SQL

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

    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Global Impact: Business Ethics

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Cultural Sensitivity, Decision Making, Sustainable Business, Cultural Diversity, Culture, International Relations

    ★ 4.7 (548) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to Predictive Modeling

    Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, Data Preprocessing, Model Training, Regression Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Forecasting, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Feature Engineering, Statistical Modeling, Spreadsheet Software, Predictive Analytics, Model Optimization, Data Cleansing, Statistical Methods

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

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  • U

    University of Toronto

    The City and You: Find Your Best Place

    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Socioeconomics, Crisis Management, Creativity, Social Impact, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Sustainable Development, Innovation, Decision Making, Economic Development, Human Development, Demography, Economics, International Relations, Diversity and Inclusion

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

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  • S

    Scrimba

    Intro to AI Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI, AI Integrations, OpenAI API, OpenAI, Generative AI, API Testing, Data Ethics, AI Security, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Application Programming Interface (API), Fine-tuning, Computer Programming, Key Management

    ★ 4.5 (161) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Excel Modeling for Professionals: Best Practices & Pitfalls

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Verification And Validation, Financial Modeling, Business Modeling, Spreadsheet Software, Technical Documentation, Maintainability, Data Management, Business Reporting, Data Visualization

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

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

  • Cloud Computing Security: University of Colorado System
  • The Roles and Responsibilities of Nonprofit Boards of Directors within the Governance Process: University at Buffalo
  • Vector Database Fundamentals: IBM
  • Smart Working: Lavoro agile e Business English: Università di Napoli Federico II
  • Science & Religion 101: University of Alberta
  • GenAI for UX Designers: Coursera
  • Capstone (React App): Meta
  • Global Impact: Business Ethics: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Introduction to Predictive Modeling: University of Minnesota
  • The City and You: Find Your Best Place: University of Toronto

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