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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


  • U

    University of Michigan

    Introduction to Time Value of Money (TVM)

    Skills you'll gain: Loans, Finance, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, General Finance, Financial Management, Financial Analysis, Financial Planning, Spreadsheet Software, Cash Flows, Decision Making

    ★ 4.8 (971) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Decision Making and Motivation

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Effectiveness, Business Ethics, Decision Making, Employee Engagement, Motivational Skills, Employee Performance Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Strategic Decision-Making, Performance Review, Team Motivation, People Analytics, Drive Engagement, Behavioral Management, Job Analysis, Recognizing Others, Job Evaluation, Productivity, Goal Setting

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Project Planning and Scheduling Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Project, Project Schedules, Project Management Software, Project Controls, Project Planning, Scheduling, Resource Allocation, Calendar Management, Project Performance, Timelines, Capacity Management, Resource Utilization, Work Breakdown Structure, Cost Management, Dependency Analysis, Resource Management

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • D

    Dartmouth College

    Strategic Leadership: Impact, Change, and Decision-Making

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Creativity, Talent Management, Communication, Innovation, Creative Thinking, Personal Development, Interpersonal Communications, Curiosity, People Development, Professional Networking, Collaboration, Leadership Development, Leadership and Management, Leadership Studies, Self-Awareness, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Critical Thinking

    ★ 4.8 (699) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Stock Market Technical Analysis Simplified

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Analysis, Market Trend, Financial Trading, Market Dynamics, Trend Analysis, Market Analysis, Run Chart, Financial Market, Market Opportunities, Financial Analysis, Decision Making, Analysis, Financial Statement Analysis, Consolidation

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • G

    Google

    Google Advanced Data Analytics Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Regression Analysis, Data Storytelling, Advanced Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Analytical Skills, Data Science, Exploratory Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Intelligence, Python Programming, AI literacy, Machine Learning, Portfolio Management

    ★ 4.8 (1.4K) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Project and Portfolio Lifecycle Management

    Skills you'll gain: Project Management Office (PMO), Project Management Life Cycle, Operational Excellence, Resource Allocation, Workflow Management, Project Portfolio Management, Operational Efficiency, Project Management, Planning, Capacity Management, Organizational Strategy, Portfolio Management, Operations, Governance, Scheduling, Event Monitoring, Reliability, Coordination, Accountability, Decision Making

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Operations Management: Organization and Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Organizational Strategy, Operations, Manufacturing Operations, Operational Analysis, Business Operations, Inventory Control, Supply Chain, Operations Research, Process Analysis, Inventory and Warehousing, Operational Efficiency, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Strategies, Process Management, Cost Benefit Analysis, Demand Planning, Service Level, Performance Analysis

    ★ 4.7 (1.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Project Time Management: Scheduling Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Scheduling, Resource Allocation, Resource Utilization, Estimation, Project Controls, Project Estimation, Resource Planning, Process Flow Diagrams, Timelines, Resource Management, Project Planning, Planning, Time Management, Project Management, Project Performance, Dependency Analysis, Network Performance Management, Application Performance Management

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    MS Project for Planning and Performance Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Project, Project Schedules, Project Performance, Resource Allocation, Project Management Software, Management Reporting, Project Controls, Calendar Management, Milestones (Project Management), Resource Management, Resource Planning, Scheduling, Earned Value Management, Project Planning, Performance Metric, Workflow Management, Performance Analysis, Project Management, Performance Reporting, Process Optimization

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Accounting for Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Accounting, Financial Statement Analysis, Accounting, General Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Fixed Asset, Revenue Management, Equities, Decision Making

    ★ 4.7 (483) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Keeping Work Organized with DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: Workflow Management, DevOps, Business Metrics, Organizational Development, Organizational Structure, System Monitoring, Incident Management, Operational Efficiency, Backlogs, Accountability, Organizational Change, Performance Measurement, Cloud Management, Problem Management, Continuous Monitoring, Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement Process, Culture Transformation, Quality Improvement, Risk Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular problem solving courses

  • Introduction to Time Value of Money (TVM): University of Michigan
  • Decision Making and Motivation: Pearson
  • Project Planning and Scheduling Techniques: EDUCBA
  • Strategic Leadership: Impact, Change, and Decision-Making: Dartmouth College
  • Stock Market Technical Analysis Simplified: EDUCBA
  • Google Advanced Data Analytics Capstone: Google
  • Project and Portfolio Lifecycle Management: EDUCBA
  • Operations Management: Organization and Analysis: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Project Time Management: Scheduling Mastery: EDUCBA
  • MS Project for Planning and Performance Analysis: EDUCBA

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