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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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    Coursera

    GenAI for IT Project Managers

    Skills you'll gain: IT Management, Project Risk Management, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Project Management, AI literacy, Internal Communications, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Case Studies, Innovation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Budget- und Terminplanung von Projekten

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

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Alternative Investments As We Age: Building Wealth

    Skills you'll gain: Wealth Management, Financial Analysis, Case Studies, Financial Planning, Investments, Decision Making, Behavioral Economics, Investment Management, Private Equity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Corporate Finance Institute

    Economics for Financial Advisors

    Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Economics, Economic Development, Market Data, Business Economics, Financial Policy, General Finance, Behavioral Economics, Market Dynamics, Financial Market, Decision Making, Fiscal Management, Public Policies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Manager of Managers: Coaching and Mentoring People Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Management Training And Development, Team Performance Management, Strategic Leadership, Succession Planning, Leadership Development, Mentorship, Strategic Thinking, People Development, Coaching, Professional Development, People Management, Accountability, Decision Making, Performance Improvement, Goal Setting

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute

    Hands-On with GenAI Tools and Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, LLM Application, AI powered creativity, AI literacy, AI Workflows, AI Integrations, Model Deployment, Model Evaluation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Agile Project Management: Leadership & Core Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Discussion Facilitation, Agile Project Management, Employee Coaching, Team Management, Agile Methodology, Coaching, Team Building, Team Performance Management, Conflict Management, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Team Leadership, Leadership Development, People Development, Kanban Principles, Decision Making, Active Listening

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Alex Genadinik

    How To Ask Great Sales Questions That Lead To Closing

    Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Consultative Selling, Closing (Sales), Selling Techniques, Active Listening, Sales, General Sales Practices, Sales Process, Cultural Responsiveness, Consultative Approaches, Rapport Building, Intercultural Competence, Prospecting and Qualification, Cultural Sensitivity, Decision Making

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    Qualitative Methods for Quantitative People (with GenAI)

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, LLM Application, Decision Making, Team Management, AI literacy, Resource Allocation, Generative AI, Qualitative Research, Communication Strategies, Analysis, Communication, Project Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Structural Racism: Causes of Health Inequities in the U.S.

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Health Policy, Social Justice, Social Determinants Of Health, Policy Analysis, Public Health, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Advocacy, Sociology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Creo Incubator

    Project Management & Leadership: Life Sciences & Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Team Leadership, Team Building, Leadership and Management, Healthcare Project Management, Clinical Leadership, Decision Making, Strategic Leadership, Project Management, Leadership, Project Coordination, Resilience, Project Planning, Influencing, Project Closure, Communication, Life Sciences, Health Care

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Sustainability Transition Leadership: Broadening Competences

    Skills you'll gain: Knowledge Transfer, Active Listening, Drive Engagement, Interactive Learning, Energy and Utilities, Community Organizing, Community Development, Environmental Issue, Community Outreach, Stakeholder Engagement, Complex Problem Solving, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Development, Leadership Studies, Leadership Development, Climate Change Programs, Social Justice, Organizational Leadership, Sustainable Systems, Strategic Leadership

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • GenAI for IT Project Managers: Coursera
  • Budget- und Terminplanung von Projekten: University of California, Irvine
  • Alternative Investments As We Age: Building Wealth: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Economics for Financial Advisors: Corporate Finance Institute
  • Manager of Managers: Coaching and Mentoring People Managers: Coursera
  • Hands-On with GenAI Tools and Technologies: Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute
  • Agile Project Management: Leadership & Core Skills: Packt
  • How To Ask Great Sales Questions That Lead To Closing: Alex Genadinik
  • Qualitative Methods for Quantitative People (with GenAI): Vanderbilt University
  • Structural Racism: Causes of Health Inequities in the U.S.: University of Michigan

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