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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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    The University of Sydney

    Innovation Through Design: Think, Make, Break, Repeat

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, Innovation, Design Reviews, Prototyping, Ideation, Design Strategies, Process Design, Design, Design Research, Usability Testing, User Feedback

    ★ 4.7 (2.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • I

    IE Business School

    Marketing Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Survey Creation, Market Analysis, Product Strategy, Market Research, Product Marketing, Marketing Communications, Business Research, Strategic Marketing, Integrated Marketing Communications, Value Propositions, Customer Acquisition Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Analytics, Product Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Target Market, Decision Making, Marketing

    ★ 4.5 (6.3K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Budgeting and Scheduling Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Cost Estimation, Project Estimation, Cost Management, Project Schedules, Estimation, Quality Management, Milestones (Project Management), Project Planning, Budget Management, Project Management, Scheduling, Timelines, Work Breakdown Structure, Resource Allocation, Dependency Analysis, Resource Management, Matrix Management

    ★ 4.7 (9.4K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Teamwork Skills: Communicating Effectively in Groups

    Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Conflict Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Collaboration, Diversity Awareness, Team Collaboration, Decision Making, Collaborative Software, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Cultural Diversity, Communication Strategies, Innovation, Communication, Culture, Digital Communications

    ★ 4.7 (3.7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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    IBM

    IBM Program Manager

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Program Management, Stakeholder Management, Resource Allocation, Change Control, Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Stakeholder Engagement, Agile Methodology, Kanban Principles, Project Management Life Cycle, Backlogs, Change Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Stakeholder Communications, Organizational Change, Responsible AI, Program Implementation, Project Management, Leadership

    ★ 4.8 (2.9K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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    Category: AI skills
    AI skills
  • D

    Duke University

    Behavioral Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Economics, Decision Making, Financial Planning, Finance, Consumer Behaviour, Financial Market, General Finance, Economics, Psychology, Probability & Statistics, Risk Analysis

    ★ 4.4 (4.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • A

    Alfaisal University | KLD

    مهارات التفكير الجانبي | Lateral Thinking Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Cognitive flexibility, Creativity, Independent Thinking, Problem Solving, Innovation, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

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

  • U

    University of Michigan

    AI Basics and Tools for Creativity

    Skills you'll gain: AI powered creativity, Generative AI, AI literacy, Artificial Intelligence, Image Analysis, Creativity, Design Research, Responsible AI, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

    ★ 4.5 (75) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    What’s Your Big Idea?

    Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Innovation, User Feedback, Business Strategy, New Product Development, Creative Problem-Solving, Creative Thinking, Product Development, Creativity, Entrepreneurship, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Thinking, User Research, Oral Expression, Resource Management, Problem Solving, Resource Planning, Value Propositions, Presentations, Adaptability

    ★ 4.6 (168) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • S

    SAP

    SAP Technology Consultant

    Skills you'll gain: Journey Mapping, Business Transformation, SAP S/4HANA, Technology Solutions, Technical Documentation, Relationship Building, Software As A Service, Consultative Approaches, Enterprise Architecture, ABAP RESTful Programming Model (RAP), Solution Architecture, Enterprise Resource Planning, System Design and Implementation, Project Implementation, Project Closure, Test Planning, Requirements Analysis, Stakeholder Communications, Project Management, Workforce Development

    ★ 4.6 (1.7K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Job Ready
    Job Ready
  • R

    Rice University

    Physics 102 - Electric Potential and DC Circuits

    Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Systems, Electronics, Electronic Components, electromagnetics, Scientific Visualization, Problem Solving, Calculus, Integral Calculus

    ★ 4.8 (35) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • T

    The Museum of Modern Art

    Art & Activity: Interactive Strategies for Engaging with Art

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Creative Thinking, Instructional Strategies, Creative Problem-Solving, Learning Strategies, Liberal Arts, Analytical Skills, Self-Awareness, Writing

    ★ 4.8 (1.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Innovation Through Design: Think, Make, Break, Repeat: The University of Sydney
  • Marketing Strategy: IE Business School
  • Budgeting and Scheduling Projects: University of California, Irvine
  • Teamwork Skills: Communicating Effectively in Groups: University of Colorado Boulder
  • IBM Program Manager: IBM
  • Behavioral Finance: Duke University
  • مهارات التفكير الجانبي | Lateral Thinking Skills: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • AI Basics and Tools for Creativity: University of Michigan
  • What’s Your Big Idea?: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  • SAP Technology Consultant: SAP

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