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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

    Universidad de los Andes

    Lectura crítica: proceso, niveles y herramientas

    Skills you'll gain: Literacy, Critical Thinking, Lifelong Learning, Self-Awareness, Analysis, Learning Strategies, Self-Starter, Analytical Skills, Problem Solving, Communication

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    58 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    Edureka

    Certified Associate in Project Management (PMI-CAPM)

    Skills you'll gain: Business Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Project Planning, Project Closure, Project Implementation, Requirements Management, Project Scoping, Project Schedules, Risk Management, Resource Management, Team Leadership, Work Breakdown Structure, Communication, Sprint Retrospectives, Kanban Principles, Risk Management Framework, Continuous Improvement Process, User Story, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    ESSEC Business School

    Negotiation Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Active Listening, Communication, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Strategic Partnership, Relationship Building, Leadership, Value Propositions, Stakeholder Management, Decision Making, Organizational Skills

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Trending in AI
    V

    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI for Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Business Writing, Generative AI, Leadership, Meeting Facilitation, Organizational Leadership, AI Enablement, Business Leadership, Proposal Writing, Thought Leadership, Prompt Engineering, Human Resource Strategy, Business Transformation, Artificial Intelligence, Decision Making

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    654 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Capitals Coalition

    Valuing nature and people to inform business decision-making

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Business Risk Management, Sustainable Development, Natural Resource Management, Business Valuation, Sustainability Reporting, Stakeholder Analysis, Risk Analysis, Human Capital, Risk Management, Decision Making, Problem Solving, Business Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    53 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Digital Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Technology, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Emerging Technologies, Cyber Governance, Market Dynamics, Court Systems, E-Commerce, Political Sciences, Automation, Digital Transformation, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Administration, Data Governance, Complex Problem Solving, Governance, Artificial Intelligence

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    170 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Negociações de sucesso: estratégias e habilidades essenciais (em Português)

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Mediation, Arbitration, Price Negotiation, Planning, Strategic Planning, Conflict Management, Communication, Cultural Diversity, Business Ethics, Decision Making

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.6K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Estilos de Liderazgo: opciones para avanzar en desafíos complejos

    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Strategic Leadership, Complex Problem Solving, Adaptability, Systems Thinking, Leadership, Business Risk Management, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.9K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Software Development Processes and Methodologies

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Methodologies, Agile Methodology, Software Engineering, Software Development Life Cycle, Requirements Analysis, Application Deployment, Agile Software Development, Software Architecture, Verification And Validation, Waterfall Methodology, System Requirements, Software Testing, User Requirements Documents

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    2.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Advanced SQL Retrieval Queries in SQLiteStudio

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, Relational Databases, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Problem Solving

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    98 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    ITSM Foundations: Optimizing IT Service Management

    Skills you'll gain: ServiceNow, Problem Management, Incident Management, IT Service Management, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Release Management, Service Management, Change Management, Problem Solving, Root Cause Analysis, IT Management, Operational Efficiency, Automation, Workflow Management

    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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    790 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Lectura crítica: proceso, niveles y herramientas: Universidad de los Andes
  • Certified Associate in Project Management (PMI-CAPM): Edureka
  • Negotiation Fundamentals: ESSEC Business School
  • Generative AI for Leaders: Vanderbilt University
  • Valuing nature and people to inform business decision-making: Capitals Coalition
  • Digital Governance: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Negociações de sucesso: estratégias e habilidades essenciais (em Português): University of Michigan
  • Estilos de Liderazgo: opciones para avanzar en desafíos complejos: Universidad de los Andes
  • Software Development Processes and Methodologies: University of Minnesota
  • Advanced SQL Retrieval Queries in SQLiteStudio: Coursera

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