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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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    Logical Operations

    Microsoft Project 2019–2024/365: Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Project, Resource Management, Project Management Software, Resource Allocation, Project Schedules, Project Planning, Resource Planning, Project Design, Project Scoping, Microsoft 365, Milestones (Project Management), Project Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Coordination, Process Optimization, Project Estimation, Timelines, Scheduling, Productivity Software, User Interface (UI)

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Leading Teams Effectively: Skills for Impactful Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Team Leadership, Team Building, Team Motivation, Leadership Development, Management Training And Development, Team Performance Management, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Professional Development, Teamwork, Personal Development, People Development, Business Leadership, Drive Engagement, Team Collaboration, Organizational Effectiveness, Lifelong Learning, Self-Awareness, Communication

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    STARWEAVER

    Influencing, Collaboration and Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Trustworthiness, Influencing, Stakeholder Engagement, Leadership and Management, Stakeholder Management, Analytical Skills, Analysis, Leadership, Cooperation, Supervision, Conflict Management, Collaboration, Team Leadership, Communication, Critical Thinking, Team Collaboration, Case Studies, Decision Making, Relationship Building

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Intel

    Intel® AI Win Recipes

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Business Technologies, Complex Problem Solving, AI Product Strategy, Competitive Intelligence, Digital Transformation, Technology Strategies, Case Studies, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Integrations, B2B Sales

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    System Dynamics

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Simulations, Simulation and Simulation Software, Process Flow Diagrams, Systems Analysis, Complex Problem Solving, Diagram Design, Software Visualization, Market Dynamics, Business Modeling, Demand Planning

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Light Emitting Diodes and Semiconductor Lasers

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Hardware Design, Equipment Design, Electronic Components, Materials science, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Physics

    Build toward a degree

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    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Decision Foundations & Diagnostic Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Root Cause Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Strategic Decision-Making, Data Presentation, Risk Analysis, Decision Making, Descriptive Analytics, Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Data Visualization, Business Risk Management, Risk Management, Decision Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytical Skills, Systems Thinking, Problem Solving, Analytics

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Setting Up a Digital Library with EPIC

    Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, digital literacy

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Tel Aviv University

    Economic Growth and Distributive Justice Part II - Maximize Social Wellbeing

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Tax, Economic Development, Social Justice, Socioeconomics, Public Policies, Tax Planning, Policy Analysis, Income Tax

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    Packt

    Wild Leadership: Adaptability, Resilience, & Teamwork

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development, Adaptability, Leadership and Management, Resilience, Teamwork, Team Building, Dealing With Ambiguity, Collaboration, Professional Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Business, Productivity, Personal Development, Problem Solving, Change Management, Decision Making

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    Koç University

    Çok değişkenli Fonksiyon I: Kavramlar / Multivariable Calculus I: Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Integral Calculus, Calculus, Geometry, Applied Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Derivatives, Graphing, Systems Of Measurement

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

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    Universidade de São Paulo

    Orçamento e Cronograma de Projetos

    Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Cost Estimation, Cost Management, Project Controls, Project Estimation, Scheduling, Project Planning, Quality Management, Estimation, Milestones (Project Management), Work Breakdown Structure, Project Management, Timelines, Quality Management Systems, Budget Management, Resource Planning, Resource Allocation, Workflow Management, Resource Utilization, Resource Management

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    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

  • Microsoft Project 2019–2024/365: Part 1: Logical Operations
  • Leading Teams Effectively: Skills for Impactful Leadership: Coursera
  • Influencing, Collaboration and Decision Making: STARWEAVER
  • Intel® AI Win Recipes: Intel
  • System Dynamics: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Light Emitting Diodes and Semiconductor Lasers: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Decision Foundations & Diagnostic Analytics: Coursera
  • Setting Up a Digital Library with EPIC: Coursera
  • Economic Growth and Distributive Justice Part II - Maximize Social Wellbeing: Tel Aviv University
  • Wild Leadership: Adaptability, Resilience, & Teamwork: Packt

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