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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.


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    Exploratorium

    Tinkering Fundamentals: Motion and Mechanisms

    Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Creativity, Mechanics, Research, Creative Problem-Solving, Experimentation, Innovation, Robotics, Mechanical Design, Aesthetics, Construction

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Notre Dame

    The Discipline of Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Leadership Development, Change Management, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Business Ethics, Business Leadership, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Leadership and Management, Emotional Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Self-Awareness

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    46 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    AI and Machine Learning Algorithms and Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Supervised Learning, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Reinforcement Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Feature Engineering, Unstructured Data, Model Evaluation, Convolutional Neural Networks, Data Preprocessing, Dimensionality Reduction, Model Deployment

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Control Systems Analysis: Modeling of Dynamic Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Diagram Design, Systems Analysis, Electrical Systems, Mechanics, Systems Thinking, Applied Mathematics, Performance Testing, Basic Electrical Systems

    Build toward a degree

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    115 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Leadership and Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Negotiation, Leadership, Conflict Management, Persuasive Communication, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Business Leadership, Communication, Initiative and Leadership, Empowerment, Personal Development, Leadership and Management, Cooperation, Communication Strategies, Team Building, Constructive Feedback, Decision Making, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Stanford University

    Probabilistic Graphical Models 2: Inference

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Inference, Markov Model, Graph Theory, Sampling (Statistics), Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Algorithms, Probability Distribution, Machine Learning Algorithms, Computational Thinking

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Emotional Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management, Empathy, Professional Development, Stress Management, Self-Awareness, Team Management, Resilience, Relationship Building, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Introduction to Generative AI in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Medical Privacy, Artificial Intelligence, Clinical Documentation, LLM Application, Healthcare Ethics, Health Informatics, Treatment Planning, Diagnostic Radiology, Medical Imaging, Natural Language Processing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Deep Learning with PyTorch : Image Segmentation

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Model Evaluation, Convolutional Neural Networks, Transfer Learning, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Python Programming

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    University of Geneva

    Operational Research for Humanitarians

    Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Research, Qualitative Research, Surveys, Community Outreach, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Investigation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Collection, Accountability, Case Studies, Needs Assessment, Decision Making, Adaptability

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    GenAI in Business: Planning Framework for Implementation

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, AI Enablement, Generative AI Agents, Data Integration, Data Strategy, Business Analysis, Data Quality, Technology Roadmaps, Business Solutions, Business Transformation, Business Strategy, Stakeholder Communications, Decision Making, Stakeholder Engagement

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Habilidades de Gestión del Talento

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Game Theory, Social Skills, Decision Making, Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Strategic Decision-Making, Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Leadership, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Team Leadership, Team Management, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Leadership and Management, Coordination, Behavioral Economics

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Tinkering Fundamentals: Motion and Mechanisms: Exploratorium
  • The Discipline of Leadership: The University of Notre Dame
  • AI and Machine Learning Algorithms and Techniques: Microsoft
  • Control Systems Analysis: Modeling of Dynamic Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Leadership and Influence: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Probabilistic Graphical Models 2: Inference: Stanford University
  • Emotional Intelligence: Arizona State University
  • Introduction to Generative AI in Healthcare : Coursera
  • Deep Learning with PyTorch : Image Segmentation : Coursera
  • Operational Research for Humanitarians: University of Geneva

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