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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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    Queen Mary University of London

    Introduction to Market Research

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Development, Market Research, Data Collection, Research Design, Proposal Writing, Research Reports, Research Methodologies, Business Research, Marketing Management, Marketing, Surveys, Report Writing, Research, Qualitative Research, Data Analysis, Focus Group, Business Ethics

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    80 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Discrete Mathematical Tools for Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Probability, Computational Logic, Combinatorics, Bayesian Statistics, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Mathematical Software, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Cryptography, Logical Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Encryption, Data Structures, Arithmetic, General Mathematics, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Problem Solving, Cybersecurity

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IE Business School

    From Ideas to Impact: Design Thinking for User-Centricity

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, Human Centered Design, Problem Solving, Case Studies, Brainstorming, User Research, Ideation, Empathy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    21 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Leeds

    An Introduction to Logic for Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning, Computational Logic, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Cryptography, Graph Theory

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    33 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Community Organizing for Social Justice

    Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Social Justice, Community Development, Community and Social Work, Diversity Awareness, Social Work, Discussion Facilitation, Community Outreach, Intercultural Competence, Social Impact, Cultural Diversity, Interpersonal Communications, Conflict Management, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Program Evaluation, Persuasive Communication

    4.8
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    326 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Approximation Algorithms and Linear Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Network Model, Combinatorics, Mathematical Modeling, Theoretical Computer Science, Model Optimization, Python Programming, Network Analysis

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    60 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Algebra: Elementary to Advanced - Functions & Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Graphing, Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Arithmetic

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    196 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Amazon

    Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Test Driven Development (TDD), Version Control, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Performance Tuning, Unit Testing, Test Script Development, Data Structures, Java Programming, Algorithms, Software Testing, Java, Test Automation, Software Development, Scalability

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Illinois Tech

    Leadership & Organization Design

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, People Management, Intercultural Competence, Culture Transformation, Team Leadership, Organizational Change, Decision Making, Cultural Diversity, Conflict Management, Team Management, Leadership Development, Leadership, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Virtual Teams, Organizational Development, Strategic Decision-Making, Organizational Structure, Diversity and Inclusion, Business Communication

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Enhance Organizational Communications with Slack

    Skills you'll gain: Slack (Software), Productivity Software, Collaborative Software, Internal Communications, Team Building, Corporate Communications, Business Communication, Team Management, Communication Strategies, Resource Management

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    83 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Introduction to Programming

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Memory Management, Computational Thinking, Computer Systems, Data Structures, Algorithms, File I/O, Operating Systems, Computer Hardware

    Build toward a degree

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    56 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI & AI Agent Organizational Strategy for Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, AI Product Strategy, Agentic Workflows, Agentic systems, Workforce Management, Scalability, Workforce Planning, Solution Design, Automation, Prompt Engineering, Decision Making

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

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

  • Introduction to Market Research: Queen Mary University of London
  • Discrete Mathematical Tools for Computer Science: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • From Ideas to Impact: Design Thinking for User-Centricity: IE Business School
  • An Introduction to Logic for Computer Science: University of Leeds
  • Community Organizing for Social Justice : University of Michigan
  • Approximation Algorithms and Linear Programming : University of Colorado Boulder
  • Algebra: Elementary to Advanced - Functions & Applications: Johns Hopkins University
  • Data Structures and Algorithms: Amazon
  • Leadership & Organization Design: Illinois Tech
  • Enhance Organizational Communications with Slack: Coursera

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