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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


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    Packt

    Networking and Troubleshooting IT Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Command-Line Interface, Network Troubleshooting, TCP/IP, Wireless Networks, Local Area Networks, System Support, Linux Commands, Desktop Support, Network Monitoring, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Operating System Administration, Network Administration, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Hardware Troubleshooting, Network Infrastructure, General Networking, VPN Clients, Network Protocols, Remote Access Systems, Network Routers

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Highlight Data with Excel Conditional Formatting

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Dashboard, Data Visualization, Dashboard Creation, Spreadsheet Software, Data Presentation, Excel Formulas, Stakeholder Communications, Project Coordination, Project Management, Operational Efficiency, Project Planning, Prioritization, Scheduling, Decision Making, Performance Analysis, Automation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Nursing Leadership: Ethics & Legal Considerations

    Skills you'll gain: Nursing Management, Healthcare Ethics, Clinical Leadership, Personal Integrity, Nursing, Patient Safety, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Nursing Practices, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Decision Making, Accountability, Risk Management, Health Care, Medical Privacy, Informed Consent, Regulatory Compliance

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Hadoop Projects: Analyze & Optimize Big Data

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Hadoop, Apache Hive, Big Data, Database Design, Data Processing, Distributed Computing, Scalability, Data Pipelines, Query Languages, Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Data Management, Analytics, Data Preprocessing, Ad Hoc Reporting, Data Analysis

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • N

    Northeastern University

    Application Engineering and Development Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Java, Java Programming, Software Architecture, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Software Design, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Code Reusability, Application Development, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Data Management

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Export and Highlight Project Tasks Fast

    Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Data Import/Export, Stakeholder Communications, Management Reporting, Stakeholder Engagement, Spreadsheet Software, Business Reporting, Project Management Software, Issue Tracking, Accountability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Automate WIP Limits for Agile Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Slack (Software), Workflow Management, Agile Project Management, Agile Methodology, Scrum (Software Development), Business Process Automation, Verification And Validation, IT Automation, Scenario Testing, Process Improvement

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Agile, Healthy, and Attractive Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Business Transformation, Leadership, Leadership Development, Organizational Development, Organizational Change, Innovation, Organizational Effectiveness, Adaptability, Organizational Structure, Business Technologies, Digital Transformation, Technology Strategies, Organizational Strategy, AI Enablement, Operational Efficiency, Business Economics, Change Management, Communication Strategies, Agile Methodology, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Open-Source E-commerce Platforms for Modern Retail Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: E-Commerce, Product Assortment, Retail Store Operations, Software As A Service, Web Analytics, Scalability, Open Source Technology, Computing Platforms, Growth Strategies, Digital Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Software, Inventory Management, Analysis, WordPress, Inventory Control, Inventory Management System, Decision Making, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Content Management Systems

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • S

    Scrimba

    Build a Memory Game in React

    Skills you'll gain: React.js, UI Components, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Code Reusability, Game Design, Front-End Web Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Usability, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Development Tools, Web Applications, Web Frameworks, Interaction Design, Event-Driven Programming, Debugging, Web Development

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    SQL Infrastructure: Secure and Optimize

    Skills you'll gain: Root Cause Analysis, Data Security, Transact-SQL, Problem Management, Site Reliability Engineering, Capacity Management, Resource Management, Identity and Access Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Compliance Auditing

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Google Cloud Customer Care Fundamentals - Italiano

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Product Support, Help Desk Support, Service Level, Technical Support and Services, Technical Support, Cloud Services, Service Management, Technical Communication, Identity and Access Management, File Management, Problem Management, Incident Management, Personally Identifiable Information

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular problem solving courses

  • Networking and Troubleshooting IT Systems: Packt
  • Highlight Data with Excel Conditional Formatting: Coursera
  • Nursing Leadership: Ethics & Legal Considerations: Coursera
  • Hadoop Projects: Analyze & Optimize Big Data: EDUCBA
  • Application Engineering and Development Part 1: Northeastern University
  • Export and Highlight Project Tasks Fast: Coursera
  • Automate WIP Limits for Agile Projects: Coursera
  • Agile, Healthy, and Attractive Organizations: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Open-Source E-commerce Platforms for Modern Retail Solutions: Coursera
  • Build a Memory Game in React: Scrimba

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