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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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    American Psychological Association

    Discover Yourself, Build Relationships, and Navigate Groups

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Self-Discipline, Relationship Building, Personal Development, Psychology, Relationship Management, Self-Motivation, Culture, Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Sensitivity, Behavior Management, Rapport Building, Decision Making, Goal Setting, Motivational Skills, Social Sciences, Social Studies, Sociology, Interpersonal Communications, Decision Intelligence

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    Board Infinity

    Foundations of Management Consulting: Strategies & Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Selling Techniques, Operations, Supply Chain, Business Operations, Marketing, Advertising, Process Design, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Lean Methodologies, Cost Benefit Analysis, Business Analysis Tools, Case Studies, Corporate Strategy, Go To Market Strategy, Market Analysis, Revenue Management, Strategic Marketing, Customer Analysis, Complex Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Fundamentals of Business Management

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Operations Management, Financial Analysis, Selling Techniques, Operations, Supply Chain, Business Operations, Operational Efficiency, Sales, Balance Sheet, Sales Process, Business Management, Logistics Management, Marketing, Advertising, Marketing Strategies, Process Design, Business Economics, Lean Methodologies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Museum of Modern Art

    Reimagining Blackness and Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Storytelling, Diversity Awareness, Community Development, Community Organizing, Social Impact, Design Thinking, Public History, Performing Arts, Creativity, Liberal Arts, Aesthetics, Cultural Diversity, Art History, Design Strategies, Culture, Media and Communications

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Capstone: Integrated Management Consulting Project

    Skills you'll gain: Consulting, Business Consulting, Management Consulting, Project Scoping, Executive Presence, Dashboard, Problem Solving, Verbal Strategic Communication, Research Reports, Strategic Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Business Communication, Business Analysis, Business Solutions, Business Research, Report Writing, Solution Delivery, Strategic Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Financial Modeling

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    An Introduction to Interactive Programming in Python (Part 2)

    Skills you'll gain: Application Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Video Game Development, Event-Driven Programming, Interactive Design, Animation and Game Design, User Interface (UI), Program Development, Animations, Game Design, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Computer Graphics, Data Structures

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Removing Barriers to Change

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Organizational Change, Overcoming Objections, Change Management, Overcoming Obstacles, Empowerment, Behavioral Economics, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Strategic Thinking for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Visionary, Research, Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Strategic Decision-Making, Science and Research, Data Collection, Investigation, Proactivity, Negotiation, Communication Strategies, Creative Thinking, Experimentation, Scientific Methods, Decision Making, Recognizing Others, Contingency Planning, Analysis, Cognitive flexibility

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Business Analytics Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Analytics, Operational Efficiency, Peer Review, Marketing Strategies, Data Analysis, Marketing Effectiveness, Data Strategy, Performance Measurement, Operations, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Analysis, People Analytics, Business Metrics, Online Advertising, Digital Advertising, Presentations, Problem Management, Advertising

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tableau Learning Partner

    Business Analysis Process

    Skills you'll gain: Requirements Elicitation, Business Analysis, Business Analysis Tools, Business Metrics, Stakeholder Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Requirements Analysis, Business Requirements, Stakeholder Management, User Requirements Documents, Business Process, Business Process Modeling, Process Flow Diagrams, Data Visualization, Stakeholder Engagement, Process Modeling, Diagram Design, Requirements Management, Solution Delivery

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Austral

    Gestión estratégica de Escuelas en Contextos Rurales

    Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Planning, Social Justice, Education and Training, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Collaboration, Teamwork, Program Evaluation, Relationship Building, Problem Solving, Prioritization

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Austral

    Legal Tech and the Digital Transformation of Law

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Technology, Blockchain, Legal Research, Workforce Development, Legal Proceedings, Litigation and Civil Justice, Digital Transformation, Court Systems, Business Transformation, Artificial Intelligence, Adjudication, Automation, AI literacy, Innovation, Virtual Environment

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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

  • Discover Yourself, Build Relationships, and Navigate Groups: American Psychological Association
  • Foundations of Management Consulting: Strategies & Tools: Board Infinity
  • Fundamentals of Business Management: Board Infinity
  • Reimagining Blackness and Architecture: The Museum of Modern Art
  • Capstone: Integrated Management Consulting Project: IBM
  • An Introduction to Interactive Programming in Python (Part 2): Rice University
  • Removing Barriers to Change: University of Pennsylvania
  • Strategic Thinking for Everyone: Arizona State University
  • Business Analytics Capstone: University of Pennsylvania
  • Business Analysis Process: Tableau Learning Partner

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