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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 Boulder

    Ethical Decision-Making in the Tech Industry

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Courage, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Leadership Studies, Professionalism, Engineering Management, Personal Integrity, Technical Management, Ancient History, Human Development, Liberal Arts, Culture, Business Leadership, Leadership, Anthropology, Social Sciences, Emerging Technologies, Psychology

    ★ 4.8 (198) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • D

    Duke University

    Purpose-Driven Leadership for Strategy and Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Decision-Making, Leadership, Innovation, Business Transformation, Complex Problem Solving, Organizational Development, Team Leadership, Organizational Change, Motivational Skills

    ★ 4.6 (74) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    IIT Bombay

    Introduction to Business Management : Winning Externally

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Service, Advertising, Market Research, Branding, Value Propositions, Customer Relationship Building, Brand Management, Customer Relationship Management, Target Market, Marketing Communications, Logistics Management, Order Delivery, Business Marketing, Supply Chain, Logistics, Customer Analysis, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Selling Techniques, Communication

    ★ 4.9 (18) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • C

    Coursera

    Using probability distributions for real world problems in R

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Probability Distribution, R Programming, Statistical Visualization, R (Software), Statistical Programming, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Data Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Modeling, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Analysis, Probability

    ★ 4.8 (37) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Conflict Resolution & Mediation: Managing Workplace Harmony

    Skills you'll gain: Mediation, Conflict Management, Emotional Intelligence, Team Performance Management, Collaboration, Team Collaboration, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Trustworthiness, De-escalation Techniques, Root Cause Analysis, Empathy, Discussion Facilitation, Communication, Communication Strategies, Employee Engagement

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Introduction to Open Source Software

    Skills you'll gain: Open Source Technology, Package and Software Management, Linux, Shell Script, Ubuntu, Unix Shell, Linux Administration, Operating System Administration, Bash (Scripting Language), Linux Servers, Unix, Operating Systems, Command-Line Interface, Scripting, Linux Commands, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, File Systems, Network Administration, Software Installation, System Software

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • T

    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    China Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Business Strategies, Strategic Partnership, Competitive Intelligence, Competitive Analysis, Corporate Strategy, Market Intelligence, Go To Market Strategy, Intercultural Competence, Market Opportunities, Global Marketing, E-Commerce, Mergers & Acquisitions, Cultural Sensitivity, Economic Development, Decision Making, Cultural Diversity

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Advanced Models for Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Supply Chain Planning, Supply Chain, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Workforce Management, Resource Planning, Business Analytics, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Manufacturing Operations, Operations Management, Workforce Planning, Financial Modeling, Inventory Control, Business Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Production Process, Resource Allocation, Analytics, Cash Management

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    Simplilearn

    Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Training

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Process Mapping, Statistical Process Controls, Six Sigma Methodology, Process Flow Diagrams, Process Analysis, Lean Methodologies, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen Methodology, Statistical Analysis, Quality Improvement, Statistical Methods, Quality Monitoring, Process Improvement, Process Capability, Process Improvement and Optimization, Quality Management, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Project Management, Process Optimization

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • Y

    Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru

    Strategy and Finance for the lifecycle of a Social Business

    Skills you'll gain: Cash Flows, Financial Market, Cash Flow Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Social Impact, Business Valuation, Risk Analysis, Decision Making, Return On Investment, Stakeholder Engagement, Finance, Risk Management Framework, Strategic Decision-Making, Sustainable Development, Cost Benefit Analysis, Financial Acumen, Capital Markets, Portfolio Risk, Economics

    ★ 4.7 (38) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    Advanced Resource and Enterprise Management in Primavera P6

    Skills you'll gain: Earned Value Management, Resource Planning, Scheduling, Resource Management, Resource Allocation, Coordinating, Project Performance, Resource Utilization, Project Schedules, Enterprise Application Management, Project Management, Project Coordination, Project Management Software, Cost Management, Project Portfolio Management, Performance Metric, Work Breakdown Structure, Budget Management, Expense Management, Data Import/Export

    ★ 4.8 (39) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • L

    Logical Operations

    Getting the Most from Your Documents with GenAI

    Skills you'll gain: AI powered creativity, Google Docs, Generative AI, Brainstorming, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Copilot, Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Marketing Materials, Productivity Software, Ideation, Business Writing, Microsoft 365, Artificial Intelligence, Writing, Creative Problem-Solving, Business Communication, User Interface (UI), Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Ethical Decision-Making in the Tech Industry: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Purpose-Driven Leadership for Strategy and Innovation: Duke University
  • Introduction to Business Management : Winning Externally: IIT Bombay
  • Using probability distributions for real world problems in R: Coursera
  • Conflict Resolution & Mediation: Managing Workplace Harmony: Coursera
  • Introduction to Open Source Software: Illinois Tech
  • China Strategy: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Advanced Models for Decision Making: University of Minnesota
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Training: Simplilearn
  • Strategy and Finance for the lifecycle of a Social Business: Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru

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