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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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    Logical Operations

    Microsoft Project 2019–2024/365: Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Project, Management Reporting, Project Management Software, Timelines, Project Schedules, Microsoft 365, Project Controls, Project Implementation, Project Management, Project Coordination, Project Scoping, Project Design, Project Portfolio Management, Project Planning, Resource Allocation, Resource Management, Microsoft Office, Project Estimation, Productivity Software, User Interface (UI)

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Organizational Design

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Engagement, Organizational Structure, Workflow Management, Process Design, Organizational Development, Operational Excellence, Organizational Effectiveness, Change Management, Communication Strategies, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Team Leadership, Business Process Improvement, Business Management, Workforce Management, Performance Improvement, Business Operations, Productivity, Decision Making, Strategic Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Alex Genadinik

    SMART Goals And Beyond: Goal Setting Using Latest Research

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Smart Goals, Professional Development, Personal Development, Planning, Self-Motivation, Decision Making, Time Management, Productivity, Prioritization, Empowerment, Psychology, Enthusiasm, Coaching, Scientific Methods, Adaptability

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Università Bocconi

    International Leadership and Organizational Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Team Motivation, Intercultural Competence, Professional Networking, Organizational Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Communication, Leadership, Team Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Estimate and Prioritize Product Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Prioritization, Business Priorities, Forecasting, Resource Allocation, Product Strategy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Performance Metric, Data Analysis, Analytics, Estimation, Stakeholder Engagement, Benchmarking, Customer Acquisition Management, Project Estimation, Project Planning, Spreadsheet Software, Business Modeling

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Mortgage for Underwriters

    Skills you'll gain: Regulatory Requirements, Lending and Underwriting, Compliance Management, Mortgage Loans, Commercial Lending, Credit Risk, Risk Management, Consumer Lending, Quality Control, AI Enablement, Decision Making, Predictive Analytics, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Analyze and Apply Cost & Performance Management Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Management Accounting, Forecasting, Cost Accounting, Budget Management, Budgeting, Performance Measurement, Variance Analysis, Internal Controls, Performance Management, Cost Control, Cost Management, Operating Budget, Management Reporting, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Resource Allocation, Cost Estimation, Financial Controls, Risk Management, Financial Analysis, Customer Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Optimize, Evaluate, and Forecast Your Cloud Spend

    Skills you'll gain: Cost Management, Financial Management, Resource Allocation, Resource Utilization, Cost Estimation, Predictive Modeling, Forecasting, Capacity Management, Operating Cost, Financial Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Cost Benefit Analysis, Gap Analysis, Performance Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Master of Science in Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, User Story, New Product Development, Model Based Systems Engineering, Model Evaluation, Failure Analysis, Sustainable Business, Data Mining, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Delegation Skills, Real-Time Operating Systems, Object Oriented Design, Sampling (Statistics), Proposal Writing, Supplier Management, Accountability, Data Ethics, Sustainability Reporting, Database Design, Sustainable Design

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    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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    University of Toronto

    The Arts and Science of Relationships: Understanding Human Needs

    Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Social Skills, Active Listening, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Needs Assessment, Assertiveness, Psychology, Cultural Diversity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Audit Expenses: Comply, Explain, and Apply

    Skills you'll gain: Expense Management, Travel Arrangements, Auditing, Accounts Payable, Accounting, Cost Control, Compliance Auditing, Compliance Management, Fraud detection, Decision Making, Document Management, Record Keeping, Verification And Validation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Analyze and Shortlist Top Suppliers

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Sourcing, Case Studies, Supplier Management, Workflow Management, Procurement, Vendor Management, Vendor Relationship Management, Business Reporting, Risk Analysis, Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Metrics, Data Analysis, Decision Making, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Negotiation, Statistical Modeling, Data Visualization, Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Microsoft Project 2019–2024/365: Part 2: Logical Operations
  • Organizational Design: Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • SMART Goals And Beyond: Goal Setting Using Latest Research: Alex Genadinik
  • International Leadership and Organizational Behavior: Università Bocconi
  • Estimate and Prioritize Product Impact: Coursera
  • Mortgage for Underwriters: Coursera
  • Analyze and Apply Cost & Performance Management Concepts: EDUCBA
  • Optimize, Evaluate, and Forecast Your Cloud Spend: Coursera
  • Master of Science in Data Science: University of Colorado Boulder
  • The Arts and Science of Relationships: Understanding Human Needs: University of Toronto

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