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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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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Leading Teams: Developing as a Leader

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Trustworthiness, Leadership Development, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Business Ethics, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Courage, Relationship Building, Negotiation, Self-Awareness, Growth Mindedness, Professional Development, People Development, Curiosity

    Build toward a degree

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    IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad

    Leadership Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership, Organizational Change, Organizational Leadership, Team Leadership, Change Management, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Business Ethics, Self-Awareness, Culture Transformation, Personal Development, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Influencing, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Empowerment, Communication, Relationship Building, Ancient History, Mindfulness

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Innovation: From Creativity to Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Strategic Decision-Making, Innovation, Creativity, Team Management, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Technology Strategies, Creative Thinking, Business Modeling, Strategic Thinking, Value Propositions, Collaboration, Business Planning, Strategic Planning, Cognitive flexibility, Entrepreneurial Finance, Open Mindset, Leadership, New Product Development

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Indian School of Business

    A Life of Happiness and Fulfillment

    Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Resilience, Psychology, Personal Development, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Creativity, Emotional Intelligence, Curiosity, Mindfulness

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Troubleshooting with AI Using Cloud Assist Investigations

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Services, Problem Management, Cloud Engineering, Cloud Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Debugging, Distributed Computing, Incident Response

    Beginner · 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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    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Smart Working: Lavoro agile e Business English

    Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Collaboration, Teamwork, Lifelong Learning, Telecommuting, English Language, Stress Management, Business Communication, Communication, Virtual Teams, Productivity, Professional Development, Organizational Skills, digital literacy, Digital Transformation, Workforce Management, Adaptability, Productivity Software, Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Programming Foundations with JavaScript, HTML and CSS

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI), Computational Thinking, HTML and CSS, Interactive Design, Web Development, Programming Principles, Web Design, Javascript, Event-Driven Programming, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Image Analysis, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Debugging

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Sydney

    Critical Thinking Skills for University Success

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills, Writing, Research, Higher Education, Complex Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Logistics Excellence

    Skills you'll gain: Logistics, Logistics Management, Warehouse Management, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Transportation Management, Supply Chain Systems, Inventory and Warehousing, Order Fulfillment, Relationship Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Cash Flows, Complex Problem Solving

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Think Critically: Deductive Reasoning and Mental Models

    Skills you'll gain: Deductive Reasoning, Cognitive flexibility, Logical Reasoning, Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills, Open Mindset, Systems Thinking, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Self-Awareness

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Leading Teams: Developing as a Leader: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Leadership Skills: IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad
  • Innovation: From Creativity to Entrepreneurship: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • A Life of Happiness and Fulfillment: Indian School of Business
  • Troubleshooting with AI Using Cloud Assist Investigations: Google Cloud
  • Influencing, Collaboration and Decision Making: Starweaver
  • Smart Working: Lavoro agile e Business English: Università di Napoli Federico II
  • Programming Foundations with JavaScript, HTML and CSS: Duke University
  • Critical Thinking Skills for University Success: The University of Sydney
  • Logistics Excellence: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

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