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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


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    Coursera

    Survey Samples: Size and Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Sample Size Determination, Sampling (Statistics), Survey Creation, Quantitative Research, Research Design, Business Research, Data Collection, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Decision Making, Probability & Statistics

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Business Analytics with Excel: Intermediate to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Network Model, Excel Macros, Strategic Decision-Making, Microsoft Excel, Process Optimization, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Transportation Operations, Operational Analysis, Business Modeling, Business Analytics, Financial Modeling

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Physics 102 - Magnetic Fields and Faraday's Law

    Skills you'll gain: Torque (Physics), Physics, electromagnetics, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Mechanics, Calculus, Engineering Analysis, Electrical Systems, Trigonometry, Problem Solving

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Harvard Business Review

    Lead with Integrity

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Personal Integrity, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Trustworthiness, Cultural Diversity, Workplace inclusivity, Decision Making, Professionalism, Strong Work Ethic, Honesty, Cultural Responsiveness, Courage, Leadership Studies, Empathy, Cultural Sensitivity, Accountability, Advocacy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    PracticalGrowth

    Lean Management & Process Flow for Knowledge Work

    Skills you'll gain: Workflow Management, Kanban Principles, Process Mapping, Lean Methodologies, Business Process, Standard Operating Procedure, Process Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Improvement, Operational Efficiency, Service Level, Performance Metric, Waste Minimization

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Community Awareness: Negotiating for Financial Success

    Skills you'll gain: Price Negotiation, Intercultural Competence, Negotiation, Business Ethics, Contract Negotiation, Cultural Diversity, Business Communication, Conflict Management, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    John Wiley & Sons

    The 5 Voices: Effectively Communicate with Everyone You Lead

    Skills you'll gain: Team Leadership, Team Building, Leadership, Management Training And Development, Collaboration, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Communication, Empathy, Change Management, Innovation, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Becoming a Social Entrepreneur: Getting Started

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Entrepreneurship, Design Thinking, Personal Development, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Development, Ideation, Problem Solving, Needs Assessment, Self-Awareness, Curiosity, Case Studies, Resilience, Cultural Responsiveness, Persistence

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Analyze Cost Allocation & Profitability Decisions

    Skills you'll gain: Variance Analysis, Cost Accounting, Operating Cost, Management Accounting, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Cost Estimation, Operational Analysis, Financial Statement Analysis, Resource Allocation, Cost Management, Performance Analysis, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    AI Basics and Tools for Creativity

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Image Analysis, Creativity, Prompt Engineering, Creative Design, Responsible AI, Music, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Harden AI: Patch and Recover Incidents Fast

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, AI Security, Incident Management, Model Deployment, Site Reliability Engineering, Patch Management, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), System Monitoring, Problem Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Responsible AI, Continuous Monitoring, Dependency Analysis, Disaster Recovery, Anomaly Detection, Application Deployment, Automation, Dashboard

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Behavioral Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Economics, Decision Making, Financial Planning, Finance, Consumer Behaviour, Financial Analysis, Economics, Psychology, Probability & Statistics, Risk Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Survey Samples: Size and Methods: Coursera
  • Business Analytics with Excel: Intermediate to Advanced: Johns Hopkins University
  • Physics 102 - Magnetic Fields and Faraday's Law: Rice University
  • Lead with Integrity: Harvard Business Review
  • Lean Management & Process Flow for Knowledge Work: PracticalGrowth
  • Community Awareness: Negotiating for Financial Success: University of Michigan
  • The 5 Voices: Effectively Communicate with Everyone You Lead: John Wiley & Sons
  • Becoming a Social Entrepreneur: Getting Started: University of Michigan
  • Analyze Cost Allocation & Profitability Decisions: EDUCBA
  • AI Basics and Tools for Creativity: University of Michigan

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