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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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    Universidad de los Andes

    Autoliderazgo y gestión de emociones para avanzar en desafíos complejos

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Initiative and Leadership, Mindfulness, Leadership, Adaptability, Stress Management, Overcoming Obstacles, Decision Making, Goal Setting

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Developing a Systems Mindset

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Project Planning, Business Systems Analysis, Strategic Leadership, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Community Development, Stakeholder Analysis, Cultural Responsiveness, Project Management, Organizational Strategy, Relationship Building, Root Cause Analysis, Communication Strategies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Emory University

    MBE Mastering Business Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Return On Investment, Business Strategy, Cash Flows, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Financial Analysis, Income Statement, Corporate Finance, Balance Sheet, Corporate Strategy, Six Sigma Methodology, Business Valuation, Organizational Strategy, Gross Profit, Marketing Strategies, Market Dynamics, Marketing Communications, Target Market, Lean Six Sigma

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Geneva

    Planning your Client's Wealth over a 5-year Horizon

    Skills you'll gain: Wealth Management, Portfolio Management, Asset Management, Financial Planning, Investment Management, Investments, Performance Measurement, Financial Forecasting, Finance, Behavioral Economics, Risk Management, Market Trend, Risk Analysis, Decision Making, Microsoft Excel

    4.7
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    417 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Management Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: People Management, Employee Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Decision Making, Organizational Change, Organizational Structure, Performance Appraisal, Team Motivation, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Compensation Management, Job Analysis, Recruitment, Leadership, Change Management, Constructive Feedback

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    523 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Habilidades de negociación y comunicación efectiva

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Negotiation, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Relationship Building, Emotional Intelligence, Active Listening, Decision Making, Critical Thinking

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Princeton University

    Effective Altruism

    Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Social Impact, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Business Ethics, Decision Making, Social Justice, Program Evaluation, Economics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IE Business School

    Investigación de mercados y comportamiento del consumidor

    Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Survey Creation, Market Research, Data Analysis, Marketing, Data Collection, Marketing Psychology, Marketing Strategies, Research Design, Market Data, Target Market, Experimentation, Decision Making, B2B Sales

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    744 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Quantitative Research

    Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Survey Creation, Quantitative Research, Statistical Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Market Research, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis, Marketing, Target Market, Sample Size Determination, Quality Control

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Genomic Data Science and Clustering (Bioinformatics V)

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Dimensionality Reduction, Unsupervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Molecular Biology, Classification Algorithms, Data Mining, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Data Analysis Software, Life Sciences

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    AI-Powered Data Analysis: A Practical Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Data Wrangling, Analytical Skills, Data Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Data Cleansing, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Data Visualization Software, Jupyter, Statistical Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Data Collection, Data Management, GitHub, Technical Support, Git (Version Control System), Integrated Development Environments

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Negotiation Strategies and Styles

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Strategic Decision-Making, Cultural Diversity, Strategic Thinking, Communication Strategies, Conflict Management, Complex Problem Solving, Plan Execution

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Autoliderazgo y gestión de emociones para avanzar en desafíos complejos: Universidad de los Andes
  • Developing a Systems Mindset: University of Colorado Boulder
  • MBE Mastering Business Essentials: Emory University
  • Planning your Client's Wealth over a 5-year Horizon: University of Geneva
  • Management Fundamentals: University of Pennsylvania
  • Habilidades de negociación y comunicación efectiva: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Effective Altruism: Princeton University
  • Investigación de mercados y comportamiento del consumidor: IE Business School
  • Quantitative Research: University of California, Davis
  • Genomic Data Science and Clustering (Bioinformatics V): University of California San Diego

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