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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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    Coursera

    Contract Types and Terms

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Risk, Contract Management, Contract Review, Risk Mitigation, Procurement, Request For Quotation (RFQ), Vendor Contracts, Purchasing, Technical Communication, Decision Making, Verification And Validation, Verbal Communication Skills, Case Studies, Strategic Decision-Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Advanced C# Language Features & Object-Oriented Programming

    Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design Patterns, Software Architecture, Object Oriented Design, Software Design, Secure Coding, Computer Programming, System Design and Implementation, Data Integrity, Code Reusability, Maintainability, Scalability, Programming Principles, Software Documentation, AI Integrations

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Influencing without Authority

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Employee Coaching, Coaching, Leadership, Communication, Employee Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Performance Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Motivational Skills, Decision Making, Team Performance Management, Constructive Feedback, Culture Transformation, Team Collaboration, Relationship Management, Relationship Building

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    How to Describe Data

    Skills you'll gain: Histogram, Data Visualization, Data Literacy, Data Collection, Descriptive Statistics, Statistics, Data Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Reporting, Sampling (Statistics), Research, Data Validation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Leading with Power Skills: Building Self-Awareness in Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Professional Development, Personal Development, Smart Goals, Goal Setting, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Attributes, Leadership Development, Management Training And Development, People Development, Adaptability, Cognitive flexibility, Dealing With Ambiguity, Team Leadership, Organizational Change, Team Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Team Management, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Modern Statistics for Data-Driven Decision-Making

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Methods, Bayesian Statistics, Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Analytics, Data Storage Technologies, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Store, Mathematical Software, Data Storage, Data Access, Database Software, Estimation, Machine Learning Methods, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Markov Model, Logistic Regression, Regression Testing

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Virginia

    Основы бизнес-стратегии

    Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Business Strategies, Strategic Thinking, Competitive Analysis, Corporate Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Competitive Intelligence, Market Analysis, Analysis, Decision Making, Market Dynamics, Value Propositions, Business Analysis Tools, Communication

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    نماذج إدارة العمليات | Operations Management Models

    Skills you'll gain: Six Sigma Methodology, Production Schedule, Quality Management, Operations Management, Lean Six Sigma, Operations, Production Management, Quality Improvement, Process Management, Quality Management Systems, Operational Efficiency, Process Improvement, Product Quality (QA/QC), Operational Excellence, Scheduling, Production Planning, Quality Control, Production Process, Decision Making

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Empathy, Data, and Risk

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Empathy, Tableau Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Risk Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Risk Management, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Stakeholder Analysis, Human Centered Design, Decision Making, User Research, Risk Control, Behavioral Economics, Diversity and Inclusion, Psychology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillUp

    The DMAIC Framework - Define and Measure Phase

    Skills you'll gain: Process Capability, Project Schedules, Project Estimation, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis, Project Management, Project Planning, Six Sigma Methodology, Statistics, Lean Six Sigma, Process Analysis, Data Collection, Project Scoping, Probability & Statistics, Performance Measurement, Scope Management, Performance Metric, Performance Analysis, Process Improvement and Optimization

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Overcoming Bias

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Diversity Training, Workplace inclusivity, Self-Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Personal Development, Empathy, Decision Making, Communication Strategies, Data Collection, Psychology, Communication

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    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Digital Note-Making for Creative Thinking with Obsidian

    Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Information Management, Document Management, Knowledge Transfer, AI powered creativity, Creative Problem-Solving, Information Architecture, File Management, Systems Thinking, Critical Thinking, Productivity Software, AI literacy, File Systems, Organizational Skills, Productivity, Writing and Editing, Development Environment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Contract Types and Terms: Coursera
  • Advanced C# Language Features & Object-Oriented Programming: Microsoft
  • Influencing without Authority: Johns Hopkins University
  • How to Describe Data: University of Michigan
  • Leading with Power Skills: Building Self-Awareness in Teams: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Modern Statistics for Data-Driven Decision-Making: Arizona State University
  • Основы бизнес-стратегии: University of Virginia
  • نماذج إدارة العمليات | Operations Management Models: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Empathy, Data, and Risk: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • The DMAIC Framework - Define and Measure Phase: SkillUp

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