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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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    Coursera

    Portfolio Development in Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Case Studies, Canva (Software), Digital Design, Visual Design, Storyboarding, Portfolio Management, Target Audience, Design Strategies, Layout Design, User Experience Design, Graphic and Visual Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Analyze & Apply Cost Accounting Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Management Accounting, Operating Cost

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of London

    Geometry and Calculus for Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Applied Mathematics, Trigonometry, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Graphing, Calculus, Computer Science, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Geometry, Mechanics, Computer Graphics, Graph Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Functional Requirement, Physics, Graphic Design, Derivatives

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    Microsoft 365 Copilot: Personal Productivity for All

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft 365, Target Audience, Microsoft Teams, Productivity Software, AI Enablement, Complex Problem Solving, Strategic Communication, Brainstorming, Artificial Intelligence, Project Management Software, Generative AI

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    SystemVerilog Tutorials: Hardware Design & Verification

    Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Data Structures, Electronic Hardware, Systems Design, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Computer Engineering, Verification And Validation, Embedded Systems, Test Case, Software Design, Test Data, Test Engineering, Debugging, Data Synthesis, Analysis, Design, Process Optimization

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    EDUCBA

    Analyze Data Using R for Statistical Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Analytical Skills, Statistical Methods, Exploratory Data Analysis, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Predictive Analytics, Statistical Modeling, Data Structures, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Regression Analysis, Programming Principles, Decision Tree Learning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Programming Principles, Data Science, Data Management, Computational Thinking, Data Manipulation, C and C++, Software Design, Analysis, Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Google Cloud Platform Cookbook

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Applications, Kubernetes, Cloud Computing, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Management, Cloud Services, Cloud Security, Cloud Deployment, Terraform, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Application Deployment, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Storage, Network Administration, Virtual Machines, Dataflow, Containerization, Load Balancing, Identity and Access Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Build a Role-Based Java Web Application

    Skills you'll gain: Database Application, Full-Stack Web Development, Web Applications, Model View Controller, Authentications, Business Logic, SQL

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Data and Health Indicators in Public Health Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Public Health, Health Policy, Health Care, Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Infectious Diseases, Medical Records, Descriptive Analytics, Statistical Methods

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Critical Thinking: A Brain-Based Guide for the ChatGPT Era

    Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Mental Concentration, Behavioral Economics, Innovation, Social Sciences, Artificial Intelligence, Persuasive Communication, Self-Awareness, Verbal Communication Skills, Scientific Methods

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Programming with Scratch

    Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Computational Thinking, Animations, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Dataflow, Storytelling, Game Design, Storyboarding, Scripting, Solution Design, Program Development, Event-Driven Programming, Coordination

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

  • Portfolio Development in Canva: Coursera
  • Analyze & Apply Cost Accounting Fundamentals: EDUCBA
  • Geometry and Calculus for Computing: University of London
  • Microsoft 365 Copilot: Personal Productivity for All: Vanderbilt University
  • SystemVerilog Tutorials: Hardware Design & Verification: Coursera
  • Analyze Data Using R for Statistical Analytics: EDUCBA
  • Data Structures and Algorithms: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Google Cloud Platform Cookbook: Packt
  • Build a Role-Based Java Web Application: EDUCBA
  • Data and Health Indicators in Public Health Practice: Johns Hopkins University

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