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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


  • I

    IE Business School

    Why Scale a Startup?

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Business Risk Management, Growth Strategies, Risk Management, Business Planning, Business Strategies, Business Strategy, Market Share, Innovation, Problem Solving, Leadership and Management, Competitive Analysis, Case Studies

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    Cost Accounting

    Skills you'll gain: Cost Accounting, Management Accounting, Income Statement, Operating Cost, Cost Management, Inventory Accounting, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Gross Profit, Strategic Decision-Making, Accounting, Product Planning, Resource Allocation, Product Assortment, Depreciation, Financial Accounting, Production Process, Financial Statements, Price Negotiation, Capacity Management, Decision Making

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    382 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    Basics of Cost Accounting: Product Costing

    Skills you'll gain: Cost Accounting, Management Accounting, Cost Management, Accounting, Product Planning, Resource Allocation, Depreciation, Production Process, Financial Accounting, Operating Expense

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    217 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Intel

    Intel® AI Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, AI Product Strategy, Business Technologies, Complex Problem Solving, Digital Transformation, Technology Strategies, Case Studies, Business Intelligence, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Insights, Discussion Facilitation, Emerging Technologies, Responsible AI, Customer Analysis, Machine Learning, B2B Sales, Computer Hardware, Data Analysis

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    795 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Meta

    Back-End Developer Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Back-End Web Development, Django (Web Framework), Git (Version Control System), Full-Stack Web Development, API Testing, Server Side, API Design, Application Development, Restful API, Unit Testing, MySQL, User Accounts, Web Applications, Databases

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    179 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    The Basics of Trauma Surgery

    Skills you'll gain: Trauma Care, Orthopedics, Wound Care, Surgical Suturing, Surgery, Neurology, Injury Prevention, Emergency Medicine, Triage, Rehabilitation, Critical Care, Acute Care, Diagnostic Radiology, Anatomy, Clinical Assessment, Medical Imaging

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    248 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Hot Topics in Criminal Justice

    Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Social Justice, Legal Proceedings, Social Sciences, Policy Analysis, Disabilities, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cultural Diversity, Case Studies

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    195 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Microsoft

    Introduction to Microsoft Dynamics 365

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Engagement, Sales Pipelines, Power BI, Lead Generation, Resource Allocation, Microsoft 365, Scheduling, Customer Relationship Management, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Customer Data Management, Microsoft Teams, Order Management, Customer Service, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Marketing, Marketing Automation, Email Marketing, Dashboard

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    84 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Virginia

    Innovating with the Business Model Canvas

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, Process Design, Business Modeling, Customer experience strategy (CX), Business Process, Business Strategy, New Product Development, Strategic Partnership, Customer Analysis, Value Propositions, Product Management, Resource Allocation, Lean Methodologies, Market Opportunities

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    319 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Pain Management: Easing Pain in Palliative Care

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Care Management, Patient-centered Care, Hospice, Patient Evaluation, Treatment Planning, Patient Safety, Pharmacology, Medication Therapy Management, Clinical Assessment, Patient Communication, Physical Therapy, Substance Abuse, Mindfulness

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    193 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The State University of New York

    Mastering Remote Work and Online Study in U.S. in the post-COVID Era

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Intercultural Competence, Trustworthiness, Cultural Diversity, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Education and Training, Collaboration, Goal Setting, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Adaptability, Higher Education, digital literacy, Communication, Time Management

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Put It All Together: Prepare for a Cloud Data Analyst Job

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Google Cloud Platform, Analytical Skills, Professional Development, Data Presentation, Problem Solving, Communication Strategies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    38 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Why Scale a Startup?: IE Business School
  • Cost Accounting: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
  • Basics of Cost Accounting: Product Costing: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
  • Intel® AI Fundamentals: Intel
  • Back-End Developer Capstone : Meta
  • The Basics of Trauma Surgery: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
  • Hot Topics in Criminal Justice: Vanderbilt University
  • Introduction to Microsoft Dynamics 365: Microsoft
  • Innovating with the Business Model Canvas: University of Virginia
  • Pain Management: Easing Pain in Palliative Care: University of Colorado System

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