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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


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    EDUCBA

    Office Tools for Data and Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Project, Microsoft PowerPoint, Project Schedules, Microsoft Excel, Excel Macros, Microsoft Word, Presentations, Project Management Software, Animations, Project Controls, Excel Formulas, Project Performance, Resource Allocation, Oral Expression, Project Planning, Scheduling, Management Reporting, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Office, Technical Documentation

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    ChatGPT Advanced Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Workflows, ChatGPT, Responsible AI, Prompt Patterns, Data Visualization, Document Management, Data Presentation, AI powered creativity, Multimodal Prompts, Data Compilation, Data Processing, AI literacy, Text Mining, Debugging, Data Transformation, Generative AI, File I/O, Data Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Systematic Creative Thinking: Tools for Success

    Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Creative Thinking, Problem Solving, Creativity, Innovation, Decision Making, Analysis

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Meta

    Coding Interview Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Software Visualization, Pseudocode, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science, Technical Communication, Computer Programming, Graph Theory, Software Design Patterns, Communication

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    John Wiley & Sons

    Machine Learning: Real-World Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Keras (Neural Network Library), Data Ethics, Image Analysis, AI Personalization, Model Training, Convolutional Neural Networks, Model Optimization, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning Methods, Computer Vision, Supervised Learning, Data Preprocessing, Program Evaluation, Unsupervised Learning, Python Programming, Data Science, Algorithms

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Chris Croft Training

    Practical Project Management - Complete Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Project Planning, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Implementation, Project Risk Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Controls, Milestones (Project Management), Project Scoping, Project Design, Project Coordination, Agile Project Management, Project Management Software, Project Portfolio Management, Project Estimation, Project Performance, Stakeholder Management, Project Documentation, Stakeholder Communications

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification Course

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Kaizen Methodology, Operational Excellence, Lean Manufacturing, Operational Efficiency, Lean Methodologies, Process Flow Diagrams, Process Improvement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Quality Improvement, Process Mapping, Pareto Chart, Process Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Optimization, Process Management, Service Improvement, Quality Management, Data Collection

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Linux Security, Automation, and Troubleshooting

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Linux Servers, Linux, Operating System Administration, Bash (Scripting Language), Linux Commands, Hardening, Systems Administration, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Shell Script, Network Troubleshooting, System Monitoring, Software Configuration Management, Security Controls, Hardware Troubleshooting, Event Monitoring, Configuration Management, Continuous Monitoring, Firewall, Automation

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Root Cause Analysis: Principles and Benefits

    Skills you'll gain: Root Cause Analysis, Operational Efficiency, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Continuous Improvement Process, Product Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Improvement, Product Quality (QA/QC), Process Improvement, Operational Excellence, Proactivity, Process Improvement and Optimization, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Culture Transformation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Object-Oriented Programming and Core Java Constructs

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Object Oriented Design, Java Programming, Maintainability, Software Design, Data Structures, Software Architecture, Memory Management, Programming Principles, Code Reusability, Data Management, Performance Tuning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    Honors AI Foundations for High School Students

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Prompt Patterns, Prompt Engineering Tools, LLM Application, Gemini, ChatGPT, Google Gemini, AI literacy, Anthropic Claude, Large Language Modeling, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, AI powered creativity, Generative AI, AI Workflows, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Model Evaluation, Complex Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    KodeKloud

    AZ-104 Azure Administrator Certification Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Azure Active Directory, Virtual Machines, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Cloud Computing, Disaster Recovery, Azure DevOps, Containerization, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Storage, IT Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Scalability, Data Management, User Accounts, Identity and Access Management, Authorization (Computing), Network Security, Continuous Monitoring, System Configuration

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Office Tools for Data and Project Management: EDUCBA
  • ChatGPT Advanced Data Analysis: Vanderbilt University
  • Systematic Creative Thinking: Tools for Success: Imperial College London
  • Coding Interview Preparation: Meta
  • Machine Learning: Real-World Applications: John Wiley & Sons
  • Practical Project Management - Complete Guide: Chris Croft Training
  • Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification Course: Packt
  • Linux Security, Automation, and Troubleshooting: Packt
  • Root Cause Analysis: Principles and Benefits: Coursera
  • Object-Oriented Programming and Core Java Constructs: Packt

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