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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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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Global Leadership: Cross-Cultural Management & Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Cross-Functional Collaboration, Corporate Strategy, Teamwork, Team Leadership, World History, Negotiation, Branding, Economics, Communication Strategies, Leadership and Management, Brand Strategy, Stakeholder Analysis, Political Sciences, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Planning, Market Dynamics, Decision Making, Business Management, Sustainable Business, Stakeholder Engagement

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Advanced Corporate Finance Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Mergers & Acquisitions, Capital Budgeting, Corporate Strategy, Capital Expenditure, Corporate Finance, Financial Analysis, Governance, Project Finance, Financial Management, Project Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Business Valuation, Corporate Tax, Finance, Budgeting, Investments, Cash Flow Forecasting, Decision Making, Analysis, Policy Analysis

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Sage Publications

    Core Project Management: Define, Map, and Value Success

    Skills you'll gain: Project Design, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management Life Cycle, Stakeholder Analysis, Project Scoping, Project Management, Project Planning, Project Risk Management, Leadership, Project Performance, Proposal Development, Decision Making, Program Evaluation, Business Priorities, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Strategic Planning, Strategic Prioritization, Business Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    The Social and Technical Context of Health Informatics

    Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Health Technology, Health Systems, Health Policy, Health Care, Informatics, Health Information Management, Information Technology, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Systems Analysis, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, System Requirements, Requirements Analysis, Interoperability, Data Literacy, Data Sharing, Medical Imaging, Emerging Technologies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Professional Project Planning Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Project, Resource Allocation, Workflow Management, Planning, Project Planning, Scheduling, Project Schedules, Calendar Management, Resource Management, Resource Utilization, Project Management Software, Management Reporting, Milestones (Project Management), Project Management, AI Workflows, Project Risk Management, Agile Project Management, Project Portfolio Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, IT Management

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Data Driven Manager

    Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Descriptive Statistics, Correlation Analysis, Data Literacy, Data Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Probability Distribution, Statistics, Statistical Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Estimation, Data Collection, Data Visualization, Risk Analysis, Statistical Software, Statistical Programming, Statistical Methods, Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft SQL Server

    Skills you'll gain: Stored Procedure, Star Schema, Microsoft SQL Servers, Database Design, Transact-SQL, SQL, Data Integrity, Database Architecture and Administration, Transaction Processing, Database Development, Data Integration, Relational Databases, Power BI, Data Warehousing, Data Maintenance, Query Languages, Database Administration, Data Transformation, Database Systems, Data Management

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rice University

    Physics of Geometrical and Physical Optics

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Physical Science, Calculus, Linear Algebra, Integral Calculus, Problem Solving

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Expert Academy

    Strategic Leadership Vision For Emerging Women Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Prioritization, Business Priorities, Prioritization, Adaptability, Resilience, Leadership Development, Strategic Leadership, Strategic Decision-Making, Professional Development, Business Leadership, Executive Presence, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Leadership and Management, Visionary, Decision Making, Team Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion, Communication, Workplace inclusivity

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Leadership Development for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Professional Networking, Smart Goals, Team Motivation, Employee Coaching, Creative Problem-Solving, Motivational Skills, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Prioritization, Stress Management, Meeting Facilitation, Relationship Management, Goal Setting, Time Management, Creative Thinking, Relationship Building, Communication Strategies, Creativity, Communication

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Pearson

    Developing Critical Thinking Skills, Habits, and Abilities

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Deductive Reasoning, Independent Thinking, Analytical Skills, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Writing, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    Information Systems Management

    Skills you'll gain: IT Management, Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Information Management, Managed Services, Organizational Strategy, Security Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Technology Strategies, Innovation, Resource Allocation, Information Systems Security, Governance, Digital Transformation, Resource Utilization, Security Strategy, Risk Management, Business Transformation, Organizational Structure, Technical Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Global Leadership: Cross-Cultural Management & Strategy: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Advanced Corporate Finance Strategies: EDUCBA
  • Core Project Management: Define, Map, and Value Success: Sage Publications
  • The Social and Technical Context of Health Informatics: Johns Hopkins University
  • Professional Project Planning Techniques: EDUCBA
  • The Data Driven Manager: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Microsoft SQL Server: Microsoft
  • Physics of Geometrical and Physical Optics: Rice University
  • Strategic Leadership Vision For Emerging Women Leaders: The Expert Academy
  • Leadership Development for Engineers: Rice University

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