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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 Virginia

    Дизайн-мышление в инновационной деятельности

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, Ideation, Storytelling, Open Mindset, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Data Visualization, Case Studies, Creativity, Leadership and Management, Marketing

    ★ 4.8 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Packt

    Real-World SQL Projects - 5 Hands-On Case Studies

    Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Analytical Skills, Data Wrangling, SQL, Data Preprocessing, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Query Languages, Problem Solving, Case Studies, GitHub, Exploratory Data Analysis, Relational Databases, Analytical Testing, Data Modeling

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • U

    Universidad Nacional de Colombia

    Aprender de experiencias de cuidadores en condición crónica

    Skills you'll gain: Caregiving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Problem Solving, Case Studies, Patient Observation, Chronic Diseases, Stress Management, Emotional Intelligence, Organizational Skills, Adaptability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

    Behavioral Design

    Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Economics, Behavior Management, Experience Design, Consumer Behaviour, Economics, Social Sciences, Design and Product, Decision Making, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Business Ethics, Social Impact, Influencing

    ★ 5 (26) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • A

    AI CERTs

    AI Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Data-Driven Decision-Making, digital literacy, Decision Support Systems, Digital Transformation

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Predictive Analytics for Business with H2O in R

    Skills you'll gain: R Programming, Predictive Analytics, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Data Pipelines, R (Software), Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytics, Data Science, Data Processing, Machine Learning Software, Feature Engineering, Data Preprocessing, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Model Training, Telemarketing, Model Deployment, Model Optimization

    ★ 4.9 (53) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of Copenhagen

    Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease – The Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Diagnostic Tests, Patient Evaluation, Pathology, Physiology, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Laboratory Testing, Precision Medicine, Biochemistry, Chronic Diseases, Endocrinology, Treatment Planning, Patient Treatment, Biology, Internal Medicine, Pharmacology, Medical Ultrasonography, Nutrition and Diet, Medical Science and Research, Pharmacotherapy, Epidemiology

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • A

    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    Interviewing Best Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Recruitment, Interviewing Skills, Recruitment Strategies, Talent Acquisition, Employee Onboarding, Decision Making, Resource Utilization

    ★ 4.1 (29) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Customer Insights: Quantitative Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Product Development, Design Thinking, Market Research, Revenue Forecasting, Market Opportunities, Quantitative Research, Customer Insights, User Research, Consumer Behaviour, Ideation, Market Analysis, Target Market, Forecasting, Innovation, Target Audience, Needs Assessment, Analysis, Data Collection, Decision Making

    ★ 3.7 (33) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    Duke University

    Advanced Data Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Airflow, Vector Databases, Performance Tuning, Scalability, Database Management Systems, Database Management, Data Pipelines, MySQL, Data Import/Export

    ★ 4.1 (23) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • N

    Northeastern University

    Business Application of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Journey Mapping, Health Informatics, Decision Support Systems, AI Enablement, Business Analytics, Data Compilation, AI Product Strategy, Predictive Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Health Technology, Advanced Analytics, Care Management, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Analytics, Predictive Modeling, AI Integrations, Applied Machine Learning, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Value-Based Care, Machine Learning

    ★ 4.4 (84) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Setting Up a Digital Library with EPIC

    Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, digital literacy

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

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

  • Дизайн-мышление в инновационной деятельности: University of Virginia
  • Real-World SQL Projects - 5 Hands-On Case Studies: Packt
  • Aprender de experiencias de cuidadores en condición crónica: Universidad Nacional de Colombia
  • Behavioral Design: Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
  • AI Essentials: AI CERTs
  • Predictive Analytics for Business with H2O in R: Coursera
  • Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease – The Essentials: University of Copenhagen
  • Interviewing Best Practices: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • Customer Insights: Quantitative Techniques: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Advanced Data Engineering: Duke University

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