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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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    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

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    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

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    Universidade de São Paulo

    Introdução à Análise Macroeconômica

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Financial Policy, Financial Market, International Finance, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Capital Markets, Tax, Fiscal Management, Investments, Market Dynamics, Supply And Demand, Consumer Behaviour, Decision Making, Expectation Management

    4.8
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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Exploring and Producing Data for Business Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Business Analytics, Descriptive Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Statistical Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Exploratory Data Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Decision Making, Probability Distribution

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Visual Perception and the Brain

    Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Motion Graphics, Neurology, Color Theory, Visual Impairment Education, Vision Transformer (ViT), Biology, Physiology, Experimentation, Anatomy

    4.7
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    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

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    Vanderbilt University

    Hot Topics in Criminal Justice

    Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Social Justice, Legal Proceedings, Social Sciences, Policy Analysis, Disabilities, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cultural Diversity, Case Studies

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    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    Cost Accounting

    Skills you'll gain: Cost Accounting, Management Accounting, Income Statement, Operating Cost, Cost Management, Inventory Accounting, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Gross Profit, Strategic Decision-Making, Accounting, Product Planning, Resource Allocation, Product Assortment, Depreciation, Financial Accounting, Production Process, Financial Statements, Price Negotiation, Capacity Management, Decision Making

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    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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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Operations Excellence

    Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Operations, Operations Management, Business Operations, Inventory Management System, Operational Efficiency, Logistics, Internal Communications, Analysis, Working Capital, Process Improvement, Financial Analysis, Lean Six Sigma, Complex Problem Solving

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Business Strategies for Social Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Sustainable Business, Return On Investment, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Strategic Leadership, Business Strategies, Business Leadership, Case Studies, Decision Making, Community Development, Business Ethics, Entrepreneurship, Investments

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    Gen AI For Sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Sustainable Development, Social Impact, Data Ethics, AI Product Strategy, Sustainable Business, Generative AI, Sustainable Systems, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainability Reporting, Diversity and Inclusion, Artificial Intelligence, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Business Ethics, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Issue, Problem Solving, Content Strategy

    4.8
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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

  • Pensamiento científico: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • 创新思维: University of Science and Technology of China
  • Introdução à Análise Macroeconômica: Universidade de São Paulo
  • Exploring and Producing Data for Business Decision Making: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Visual Perception and the Brain: Duke University
  • Designing Learning Innovation: an introduction: Politecnico di Milano
  • Hot Topics in Criminal Justice: Vanderbilt University
  • Cost Accounting: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
  • Risk in Modern Society : Universiteit Leiden
  • Operations Excellence: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

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