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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


  • L

    Lund University

    Greening the Economy: Lessons from Scandinavia

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Corporate Sustainability, Socioeconomics, Sustainability Standards, Economic Development, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Environmental Issue, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Resource Management, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Economics, Policy Development, Environmental Policy, Business Strategies, Consumer Behaviour, Business Strategy, Climate Change Mitigation, Complex Problem Solving

    ★ 4.7 (608) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Persuasive Communication, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Structure, Relationship Management, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Strategic Partnership, Social Network Analysis, Proactivity, General Networking, Self-Awareness

    ★ 4.7 (346) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    AI and Machine Learning Essentials with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing, Model Evaluation, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Statistical Methods, Probability, Probability & Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), Logistic Regression, Deep Learning, Probability Distribution, Python Programming, Statistical Modeling, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning, Agentic systems, Artificial Intelligence, Model Optimization, Algorithms, AI literacy

    ★ 4.5 (57) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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    Category: AI skills
    AI skills
  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to Generative AI in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI literacy, Responsible AI, Healthcare Ethics, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Health Informatics, Medical Imaging, Clinical Documentation, Image Analysis, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Treatment Planning, Patient Evaluation, Medical Privacy, Natural Language Processing

    ★ 4.2 (51) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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  • D

    Duke University

    Visual Perception and the Brain

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Psychology, Neurology, Motion Arguments, Physiology, Anatomy

    ★ 4.7 (283) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • M

    Michigan State University

    Journalism, the future, and you!

    Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Media and Communications, International Relations, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Media Relations, Storytelling, Safety and Security, Content Creation, Digital Publishing, Accountability

    ★ 4.7 (382) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Business Strategies for Social Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Philanthropy, Sustainable Business, Return On Investment, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Strategic Leadership, Business Strategies, Business Leadership, Business Strategy, Case Studies, Decision Making, Performance Measurement, Community Development, Business Ethics, Strategic Decision-Making, Investment Management, Organizational Leadership, Investments

    ★ 4.6 (557) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Digital Fluency

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Storytelling, Content Creation, Cyber Security Strategy, Digital Publishing, Vulnerability Assessments, Non-Verbal Communication, Health Technology, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Personal Care, Constructive Feedback, Problem Solving, Collaboration, Computer Literacy, Data Literacy

    ★ 4.6 (9) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Technical Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Hardware Troubleshooting, Network Troubleshooting, Technical Support, Computer Hardware, Problem Management, Generative AI, Debugging, Technical Communication, Network Monitoring, Network Performance Management, Microsoft Windows, System Monitoring, Operating Systems, Mac OS, Technical Documentation

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Advanced Python: OOP, File Handling & Libraries

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File I/O, Program Development, Software Development, Automation, Data Structures, Code Reusability, Maintainability, File Management, Python Programming, Scalability, Scripting Languages, Data Persistence, JSON, Problem Solving

    ★ 5 (15) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    Universidad Austral

    Gestión estratégica de Escuelas en Contextos Rurales

    Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Planning, Social Justice, Education and Training, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Collaboration, Teamwork, Program Evaluation, Relationship Building, Problem Solving, Prioritization

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Microeconomics: When Markets Fail

    Skills you'll gain: Market Dynamics, Economics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Supply And Demand, Market Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Tax, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Cost Benefit Analysis, Resource Allocation

    ★ 4.8 (664) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Greening the Economy: Lessons from Scandinavia: Lund University
  • Influence: University of Pennsylvania
  • AI and Machine Learning Essentials with Python: University of Pennsylvania
  • Introduction to Generative AI in Healthcare: Coursera
  • Visual Perception and the Brain: Duke University
  • Journalism, the future, and you!: Michigan State University
  • Business Strategies for Social Impact: University of Pennsylvania
  • Professional Skills: Digital Fluency: Arizona State University
  • Technical Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Techniques: Microsoft
  • Advanced Python: OOP, File Handling & Libraries: EDUCBA

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