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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


  • P

    Pearson

    PMP Certification: Unit 4

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Team Motivation, Project Management, Conflict Management, Project Risk Management, Resource Management, Communication, Team Management, Leadership, Resource Allocation, Stakeholder Communications, Active Listening

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • F

    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    As Competências do Líder Exponencial

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Conflict Management, Leadership, Business Leadership, Team Leadership, Business Transformation, Organizational Leadership, Complex Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Adaptability, Creative Thinking, Digital Transformation, Agile Product Development, New Business Development, Emerging Technologies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    15 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Introduction to Open Source Software

    Skills you'll gain: Open Source Technology, Package and Software Management, Linux, Shell Script, Ubuntu, Unix Shell, Linux Administration, Operating System Administration, Bash (Scripting Language), Unix, Operating Systems, Command-Line Interface, Scripting, Linux Commands, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, File Systems, System Configuration, Database Management, General Networking, Network Security

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Adobe

    Getting Started with Adobe Illustrator

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Illustrator, Document Management, File Management, Adobe Creative Cloud, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Visual Design, Cloud Storage, Workflow Management, Computer Graphic Techniques, Design Strategies, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Scalability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Business Analytics with Excel: Intermediate to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Network Model, Excel Macros, Strategic Decision-Making, Microsoft Excel, Process Optimization, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Transportation Operations, Operational Analysis, Business Modeling, Business Analytics, Financial Modeling

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Erfolgreich Verhandeln: Strategien und Fähigkeiten

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Mediation, Conflict Management, Communication, Decision Making, Intercultural Competence, Case Studies, Planning, Business Ethics

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Analytical Mechanics for Spacecraft Dynamics

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Analysis, Vibrations, Mechanics, Finite Element Methods, Differential Equations, Control Systems, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Linear Algebra, Calculus

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Creating Service Innovation Culture in Public Sector

    Skills you'll gain: Service Improvement, Innovation, Continuous Improvement Process, Change Management, Organizational Change, Service Design, Customer experience improvement, Public Administration, Organizational Strategy, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Case Studies, Strategic Thinking, Technology Strategies, Leadership

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Project Management for Information Technology and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Scope Management, Quality Management, Resource Planning, Project Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Cost Management, Risk Management, Communication Strategies, Resource Allocation, Project Management, Cost Estimation, Project Management Life Cycle, Information Technology, Leadership Studies, Stakeholder Analysis, Timelines, Project Schedules, Human Resources Management and Planning, Procurement

    Build toward a degree

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    CertNexus

    Follow a Machine Learning Workflow

    Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Data Analysis, Data Collection, AI Workflows, Statistical Analysis, Model Deployment, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Cleansing, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Descriptive Statistics, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning Algorithms, Process Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    21 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Starweaver

    Foundations of Credit Analysis and Fixed Income Securities

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Credit Risk, Financial Analysis, Portfolio Risk, Market Data, Risk Analysis, Securities (Finance), Financial Data, Portfolio Management, Analysis, Risk Management, Derivatives, Business Valuation, Balance Sheet, Financial Market, Income Statement, Investments, Market Analysis, Analytics, Decision Making

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    NIIT

    Capstone Project Using Node.js

    Skills you'll gain: API Gateway, Microservices, Restful API, Node.JS, Application Programming Interface (API), Software Architecture, Systems Architecture, Service Oriented Architecture, Software Development, Software Engineering, Back-End Web Development

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • PMP Certification: Unit 4: Pearson
  • As Competências do Líder Exponencial: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Introduction to Open Source Software: Illinois Tech
  • Getting Started with Adobe Illustrator: Adobe
  • Business Analytics with Excel: Intermediate to Advanced: Johns Hopkins University
  • Erfolgreich Verhandeln: Strategien und Fähigkeiten: University of Michigan
  • Analytical Mechanics for Spacecraft Dynamics: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Creating Service Innovation Culture in Public Sector: Coursera
  • Project Management for Information Technology and Management: Illinois Tech
  • Follow a Machine Learning Workflow: CertNexus

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