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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.


Popular Problem Solving Courses and Certifications


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    LearnKartS

    Project Management Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Management, Project Portfolio Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Organizational Structure, Governance, Program Management, Resource Allocation, Stakeholder Management, Leadership

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    Influencing, Collaboration and Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Influencing, Stakeholder Management, Analytical Skills, Leadership, Conflict Management, Collaboration, Team Leadership, Communication, Critical Thinking, Team Building, Persuasive Communication, Decision Making, Relationship Building, Problem Solving

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Indian Institute for Human Settlements

    The Art and Science of Economic Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Development, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Financial Policy, Behavioral Economics, Political Sciences, Economics, Environmental Policy, Market Dynamics, Public Affairs, Governance, Program Implementation, Decision Making

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    121 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    Operations Research (1): Models and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Mathematical Modeling, Process Optimization, Applied Mathematics, Process Improvement and Optimization, Business Modeling, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Resource Allocation, Business Analytics, Inventory Management System, Case Studies, Microsoft Excel, Scheduling, Linear Algebra, Decision Making, Portfolio Management, Algorithms

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    578 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    CVS Health

    Preparing for Your Call Center Customer Service Role

    Skills you'll gain: Call Center Experience, Interviewing Skills, De-escalation Techniques, Customer Relationship Building, Customer Complaint Resolution, Customer Service, Problem Solving, Conflict Management, Inbound Calls, Outbound Calls, Customer Support, Professionalism, LinkedIn, Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    60 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    INSEAD

    Introduction to Blockchain for Financial Services

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, FinTech, Cryptography, Design, Emerging Technologies, Stakeholder Analysis, Distributed Computing, Digital Assets, Data Integrity, Financial Services, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS)

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    690 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Dynamic Programming, Greedy Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Pseudocode, Data Structures, Design Strategies, Programming Principles, Computer Science, Advanced Mathematics, Python Programming, Analysis

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    242 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI for Kids, Parents, and Teachers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Multimodal Prompts, Anthropic Claude, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Game Design, Cognitive flexibility, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Decision Making

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    111 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Quantum Mechanics

    Skills you'll gain: Quantitative Research, Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Engineering, Numerical Analysis, Chemistry, Physics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Differential Equations

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    McMaster University

    Finance for Everyone: Decisions

    Skills you'll gain: Finance, Peer Review, Project Design, Business Mathematics, Market Dynamics, Financial Analysis, Financial Planning, Capital Markets, Economics, Decision Making

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    911 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Foundations of Management Consulting: Strategies & Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Selling Techniques, Business, Marketing, Economics, Advertising, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Business Strategies, Price Negotiation, Market Dynamics, Case Studies, Go To Market Strategy, Market Analysis, Revenue Management, Business Planning, Complex Problem Solving

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Northwestern University

    Leadership Through Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Resource Allocation, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Analytics, Customer experience strategy (CX), Data Science, Analytics, Marketing, Data Analysis, Digital Transformation, Brand Strategy, Customer Insights, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Leadership, Consumer Behaviour, Business Strategy, Advertising, Organizational Change

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Project Management Fundamentals: LearnKartS
  • Influencing, Collaboration and Decision Making: Starweaver
  • The Art and Science of Economic Policy: Indian Institute for Human Settlements
  • Operations Research (1): Models and Applications: National Taiwan University
  • Preparing for Your Call Center Customer Service Role: CVS Health
  • Introduction to Blockchain for Financial Services: INSEAD
  • Dynamic Programming, Greedy Algorithms: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Generative AI for Kids, Parents, and Teachers: Vanderbilt University
  • Quantum Mechanics: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Finance for Everyone: Decisions: McMaster University

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