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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


  • U

    University of Leeds

    Introduction to Technology-Assisted Decision-Making

    Skills you'll gain: Resource Allocation, Operations Research, Production Planning, Graph Theory, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Decision Making, Mathematical Modeling, Process Optimization, Network Planning And Design, Complex Problem Solving, Computational Logic, Algorithms, Linear Algebra, Cryptography

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Account Manager with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Productivity Software, Administrative Support, Sales Process, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Customer Service, Microsoft Copilot, Account Management, Client Services, Content Management, AI Personalization, Microsoft 365, Sales Management, Process Optimization, Sales, Process Development, Verbal Communication Skills, Process Mapping, Relationship Building, Customer Insights, Generative AI

    Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • S

    Simplilearn

    Programming with C

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Data Management, Algorithms, Computer Programming, File I/O

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    23 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • W

    Whizlabs

    Exam Prep AIF-C01: AWS Certified AI Practitioner

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Bedrock, Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, AI Security, Generative AI, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), AWS SageMaker, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Amazon Web Services, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon S3, Model Deployment, Model Evaluation, Natural Language Processing

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Environmental Project Management: Stakeholder Collaboration

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Team Motivation, Team Leadership, Project Risk Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Risk Management, Negotiation, Continuous Improvement Process, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Agile Project Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Project Management, Systems Thinking, Governance, Complex Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    Edureka

    Claude AI and Prompting for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Prompt Engineering Tools, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Data Structures Using Python - An Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Python Programming, Data Manipulation, Algorithms, Debugging

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    CertNexus

    Build Decision Trees, SVMs, and Artificial Neural Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Convolutional Neural Networks, Random Forest Algorithm, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Decision Tree Learning, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning Algorithms, Predictive Modeling, Supervised Learning, Computer Vision, Classification Algorithms, Natural Language Processing

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    14 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Career Growth & Business Expansion

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Professional Development, Emotional Intelligence, Public Speaking, Personal Development, Productivity, Professional Networking, Branding, Adaptability, Business Planning, Problem Solving, Project Management, Goal Setting, Contract Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Cambridge

    User experience design

    Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Storytelling, Design, User Centered Design, Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, Public Speaking, Design Research, Usability Testing, Empathy, Creativity, Collaboration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    NumPy and Pandas Basics for Future Data Scientists

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Data Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Numerical Analysis, Critical Thinking

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Nested If Statements and Compound Conditionals

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Computer Programming Tools, Digital pedagogy, Computational Thinking, Education Software and Technology, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Game Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to Technology-Assisted Decision-Making: University of Leeds
  • Microsoft Account Manager with Generative AI: Microsoft
  • Programming with C: Simplilearn
  • Exam Prep AIF-C01: AWS Certified AI Practitioner: Whizlabs
  • Environmental Project Management: Stakeholder Collaboration: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Claude AI and Prompting for Everyone: Edureka
  • Data Structures Using Python - An Introduction: Packt
  • Build Decision Trees, SVMs, and Artificial Neural Networks: CertNexus
  • Career Growth & Business Expansion: Packt
  • User experience design: University of Cambridge

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