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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Get Started with Airtable

    Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Project Management Software, Workflow Management, Dashboard, Real Time Data, Timelines, Kanban Principles, Database Software, Project Management, Scheduling, Data Sharing, Leadership, Problem Solving

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    33 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Stanford University

    Game Theory II: Advanced Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Bidding, Social Sciences, Resource Allocation, Policy Analysis, Economics, Behavioral Economics, Decision Making, Socioeconomics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    651 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Designing the Organization

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Structure, Organizational Strategy, Governance, Organizational Change, Innovation, Business Management, Business Strategies, Systems Thinking, Strategic Thinking, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Growth Strategies, Decision Making

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.8K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnKartS

    Ethical Hacking Practice Project & Questions

    Skills you'll gain: Security Testing, Threat Detection, Exploit development, Git (Version Control System), Problem Solving

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    65 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    A

    Alfaisal University | KLD

    نماذج الابتكار | Innovation Models

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, Business Modeling, Creative Thinking, Business Solutions, Process Development, New Product Development, Business Strategies, Problem Solving

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    158 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    E

    Emory University

    Foundations of Marketing Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Pivot Tables And Charts, Customer Analysis, Probability Distribution, Customer Demand Planning, Marketing Analytics, Forecasting, Consumer Behaviour, Descriptive Statistics, Social Media Marketing, Exploratory Data Analysis, Probability, Statistical Analysis, Target Market, Marketing Effectiveness, Social Media, Model Evaluation, Business Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Microsoft Excel, Marketing

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    530 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    E

    ESSEC Business School

    Basics of entrepreneurship: thinking and doing

    Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Business Planning, Business Risk Management, Risk Management, Teamwork, Design Thinking, Ideation, Planning, Strategic Thinking, Innovation, New Business Development, Creative Thinking, Decision Making, Open Mindset, Lean Methodologies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    127 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    U

    University of Science and Technology of China

    创新思维

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Overcoming Obstacles, Innovation, Resourcefulness, Open Mindset, Growth Mindedness, Problem Solving, Cognitive flexibility, Needs Assessment, Adaptability

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    27 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Pensamiento científico

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Independent Thinking, Research, Critical Thinking, Curiosity, Decision Making, Creative Thinking, Culture, Dealing With Ambiguity, Ancient History, Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    2.1K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    P

    Politecnico di Milano

    Designing Learning Innovation: an introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Instructional Design, Innovation, Education Software and Technology, Learning Theory, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Leading Sustainable Community Transformation

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Trustworthiness, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Project Planning, Stakeholder Analysis, Business Systems Analysis, Sustainable Development, Strategic Leadership, Social Impact, Team Leadership, Relationship Building, Business Leadership, Sustainable Business, Diversity and Inclusion, Strategic Thinking, Cultural Responsiveness, Project Management, Organizational Strategy, Communication Strategies, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    252 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    U

    Universiteit Leiden

    Risk in Modern Society

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Operational Risk, Risk Analysis, Safety and Security, Environmental Issue, Cyber Security Strategy, Decision Making, Public Health

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    227 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Get Started with Airtable: Coursera
  • Game Theory II: Advanced Applications: Stanford University
  • Designing the Organization: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Ethical Hacking Practice Project & Questions: LearnKartS
  • نماذج الابتكار | Innovation Models: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Foundations of Marketing Analytics: Emory University
  • Basics of entrepreneurship: thinking and doing : ESSEC Business School
  • 创新思维: University of Science and Technology of China
  • Pensamiento científico: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Designing Learning Innovation: an introduction: Politecnico di Milano

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