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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.


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Popular Problem Solving Courses and Certifications


  • I

    IBM

    Data Engineering Career Guide and Interview Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Technical Communication, Professional Development, Relationship Building, Data Infrastructure, Data Warehousing, Data Pipelines, Data Processing, Professionalism, Data Storage, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Problem Solving

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    98 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Gestión de Proyectos

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Negotiation, Team Management, Project Risk Management, Agile Methodology, Resource Allocation, Emotional Intelligence, Project Planning, Team Building, Leadership, Resource Management, Risk Analysis, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Management, Leadership and Management, Project Schedules, Project Scoping, Coordination, Sprint Planning

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.4K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Text Retrieval and Search Engines

    Skills you'll gain: Text Mining, Natural Language Processing, Data Mining, Unstructured Data, Vector Databases, Big Data, Model Evaluation, Web Analytics and SEO, Machine Learning, Information Architecture, Statistical Methods

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    964 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    National Taiwan University

    Operations Research (1): Models and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Mathematical Modeling, Process Optimization, Applied Mathematics, Process Improvement and Optimization, Business Modeling, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Resource Allocation, Business Analytics, Inventory Management System, Case Studies, Microsoft Excel, Scheduling, Linear Algebra, Decision Making, Portfolio Management, Algorithms

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    578 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    ITSM Foundations: Optimizing IT Service Management

    Skills you'll gain: ServiceNow, Problem Management, Incident Management, IT Service Management, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Release Management, Service Management, Change Management, Problem Solving, Root Cause Analysis, IT Management, Operational Efficiency, Automation, Workflow Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Human Factors & Usability Engineering: Designing for Humans

    Skills you'll gain: Usability, Usability Testing, Problem Solving, Human Factors, User Experience Design, Human Centered Design, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Human Factors Engineering, Creativity, User Research, Decision Making, Human Computer Interaction, Human Learning, User Interface (UI), Data Collection, Human Machine Interfaces, Research Design, Computer Displays, Accident Prevention, Control Systems

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    52 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    Know Thyself - The Value and Limits of Self-Knowledge: The Unconscious

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Child Development, Psychology, Behavioral Economics, Decision Making, Scientific Methods

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    824 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDHEC Business School

    Building Strategic Foresight Capabilities

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Strategic Thinking, Forecasting, Strategic Planning, Strategic Decision-Making, Stakeholder Engagement, Organizational Strategy, Complex Problem Solving, Business Transformation, Business Strategy, Trend Analysis, Innovation, Sustainable Development, Decision Making, Creativity, Emerging Technologies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    251 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    LearnKartS

    Ethical Hacking Practice Project & Questions

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Assessment, Security Testing, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Operations, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Attacks, Problem Solving

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    65 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    CVS Health

    CVS Health Call Center Customer Service

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Call Center Experience, De-escalation Techniques, Greeting Customers, Growth Mindedness, Customer Service, Empathy, Interviewing Skills, Cross Selling, Data Entry, Customer Relationship Building, Upselling, Teamwork, Customer Complaint Resolution, Conflict Management, Retail Store Operations, Transaction Processing, Cash Register Operation, Communication, Time Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    525 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Estilos de Liderazgo: opciones para avanzar en desafíos complejos

    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Strategic Leadership, Complex Problem Solving, Adaptability, Systems Thinking, Leadership, Business Risk Management, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.9K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Differential Equations Part I Basic Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Calculus, Vibrations, Mechanics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.4K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Data Engineering Career Guide and Interview Preparation: IBM
  • Gestión de Proyectos: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Text Retrieval and Search Engines: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Operations Research (1): Models and Applications: National Taiwan University
  • ITSM Foundations: Optimizing IT Service Management: Coursera
  • Human Factors & Usability Engineering: Designing for Humans: Arizona State University
  • Know Thyself - The Value and Limits of Self-Knowledge: The Unconscious: The University of Edinburgh
  • Building Strategic Foresight Capabilities: EDHEC Business School
  • Ethical Hacking Practice Project & Questions: LearnKartS
  • CVS Health Call Center Customer Service: CVS Health

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