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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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    University of Michigan

    Successful Negotiation: Essential Strategies and Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Contract Negotiation, Negotiation, Mediation, Arbitration, Communication, Business Communication, Conflict Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Business Ethics, Decision Making, Planning

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    Harvard Business Review

    Drive Innovation and Growth

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Innovation, Business Planning, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Strategy, Proactivity, Creative Thinking, Ideation, Creative Problem-Solving, Product Improvement, Growth Strategies, Critical Thinking, New Product Development, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Collaboration

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Basic Modeling for Discrete Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Problem Solving, Graph Theory, Decision Support Systems, Computational Thinking, Data Modeling, Data Structures, Debugging

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    Microsoft

    Enterprise Power BI: Deployment, Security, and Integration

    Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Microsoft Power Platform, DevOps, Microsoft Azure, Application Deployment, Enterprise Architecture, Real Time Data, Business Intelligence, Collaborative Software, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Scalability, Data Integration, Data Governance, Data Modeling, System Configuration, Collaboration, Analytics, Compliance Management, Data Sharing, Problem Solving

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Product Owners

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Product Strategy, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Google Gemini, Product Management, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Real Time Data, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Workflows, AI Personalization, Machine Learning, Stakeholder Engagement, Context Management, Decision Making

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    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Business Leadership Essentials: HR, Org Design & Negotiation

    Skills you'll gain: Human Resources Management and Planning, Employee Engagement, Organizational Structure, Negotiation, Process Design, Organizational Development, Operational Excellence, People Analytics, Conflict Management, Talent Management, Change Management, Performance Management, Strategic Leadership, Team Management, Stakeholder Management, Process Improvement, Business Strategies, Business Strategy, Problem Solving, Decision Making

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Ombudsman: A Unique Role in Dispute Resolution

    Skills you'll gain: Mediation, Trustworthiness, Conflict Management, Customer Complaint Resolution, Interpersonal Communications, Discussion Facilitation, Organizational Development, Negotiation, Leadership, Business Ethics, Problem Solving, Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Active Listening, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Change Management, Strategic Thinking, Critical Thinking

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Cognitive Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Research Methodologies, Scientific Methods, Decision Making, Research Design, Research, Critical Thinking, Human Learning, Language Disorders, Problem Solving, Mental Concentration, Cognitive flexibility, Learning Strategies, Multitasking, Experimentation, Case Studies, Informed Consent

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rice University

    Physics 102 - Electric Charges and Fields

    Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, electromagnetics, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mechanics, Calculus, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Trigonometry, Problem Solving, Applied Mathematics

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    Multiple educators

    Generative AI for Growth Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Patterns, AI Enablement, Personalized Service, Data Ethics, Customer experience improvement, Real Time Data, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, AI Workflows, Customer Advocacy, Content Creation, Machine Learning, Image Analysis, Context Management, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Jira for Quality Assurance Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Software Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance, Software Testing, Jira (Software), Regression Testing, Functional Testing, Test Planning, Test Case, Usability Testing, Technical Communication, Issue Tracking, Agile Methodology, Software Documentation, Software Development, Agile Project Management, Risk Management, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Data Analysis, Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidades Anáhuac

    Ruta de Emprendimiento: Creatividad, Finanzas y Acción

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurial Finance, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Balance Sheet, Creative Thinking, Financial Management, Adaptability, Finance, Business Modeling, Financial Planning, Business Strategy, Technology Strategies, Strategic Decision-Making, New Business Development, Problem Solving, Growth Strategies, Teamwork, Value Propositions, Project Planning, Communication Strategies

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Successful Negotiation: Essential Strategies and Skills: University of Michigan
  • Drive Innovation and Growth: Harvard Business Review
  • Basic Modeling for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Enterprise Power BI: Deployment, Security, and Integration: Microsoft
  • Generative AI for Product Owners: IBM
  • Business Leadership Essentials: HR, Org Design & Negotiation: Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • Ombudsman: A Unique Role in Dispute Resolution: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Cognitive Psychology: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Physics 102 - Electric Charges and Fields: Rice University
  • Generative AI for Growth Marketing: IBM

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