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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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Popular Problem Solving Courses and Certifications


  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Conflict Resolution, Negotiations and Crisis Management

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Mediation, Negotiation, Conflict Management, Diplomacy, Leadership, Governance, Public Safety and National Security, International Relations, Social Justice, Diversity and Inclusion, Decision Making, Case Studies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    The Persuasive Leader

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Influencing, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Business Leadership, Leadership and Management, Team Leadership, Communication, Agile Project Management, Decision Making

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • N

    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Pre- and Post-Workout Supplements for the Beginner

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Physiology, Sports Medicine, Decision Making, Nutrition and Diet, Pharmacology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Politecnico di Milano

    FPGA computing systems: A Bird’s Eye View

    Skills you'll gain: System Configuration, System Design and Implementation, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Computer Hardware, Embedded Systems, Automation, Computational Logic, Performance Tuning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    37 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    How to Describe Data

    Skills you'll gain: Histogram, Data Visualization, Data Literacy, Data Presentation, Descriptive Statistics, Data Storytelling, Statistics, Data Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Sampling (Statistics), Data Validation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    26 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Managing Conflicts with Cultural and Emotional Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Leadership, Team Building, Communication, Decision Making

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    29 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    Emory University

    Marketing Analytics Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Business Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Logistic Regression, Analytical Skills, Regression Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Data Visualization

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    30 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Women's Leadership: Boost your skills and drive change

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Public Speaking, Resilience, Personal Development, Professional Development, Emotional Intelligence, Mentorship, Branding, Self-Awareness, Leadership, Empathy, Leadership and Management, Social Media, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Nützliches Feedback geben (Giving Helpful Feedback)

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Team Motivation, Leadership, Performance Review, Employee Performance Management, Behavioral Management, Coaching, Creativity, Communication Strategies

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Budget- und Terminplanung von Projekten

    Skills you'll gain: Cost Estimation, Project Schedules, Project Controls, Milestones (Project Management), Project Planning, Scheduling, Budget Management, Estimation, Quality Management, Project Management, Timelines, Resource Allocation, Resource Management, Work Breakdown Structure

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Agile Project Management: Leadership & Core Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Agile Project Management, Employee Coaching, Agile Methodology, Team Building, Conflict Management, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Kanban Principles, Decision Making, Active Listening

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • F

    Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

    AI for Decision Makers

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Technology Strategies, Artificial Intelligence, Business Ethics, Strategic Leadership, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Project Management, Legal Risk, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct, LLM Application, Decision Making, Generative AI, Needs Assessment, Mitigation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    22 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Conflict Resolution, Negotiations and Crisis Management: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • The Persuasive Leader: Johns Hopkins University
  • Pre- and Post-Workout Supplements for the Beginner: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • FPGA computing systems: A Bird’s Eye View: Politecnico di Milano
  • How to Describe Data: University of Michigan
  • Managing Conflicts with Cultural and Emotional Intelligence: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Marketing Analytics Capstone Project: Emory University
  • Women's Leadership: Boost your skills and drive change: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Nützliches Feedback geben (Giving Helpful Feedback): University of Colorado Boulder
  • Budget- und Terminplanung von Projekten: University of California, Irvine

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