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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


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    University of Virginia Darden School Foundation

    Human Excellence in the AI Age, Part 1: A Soft Skills Course

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Trustworthiness, Adaptability, Relationship Building, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Stress Management, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Cognitive flexibility, Lifelong Learning, Leadership, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Pensamiento sistémico

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Systems Analysis, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Social Studies, Case Studies, Cognitive flexibility, Network Model, Control Systems

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    The State University of New York

    Mastering Remote Work and Online Study in U.S. in the post-COVID Era

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Intercultural Competence, Trustworthiness, Cultural Diversity, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Education and Training, Collaboration, Goal Setting, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Adaptability, Higher Education, digital literacy, Communication, Time Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Project Manager

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Agile Software Development, Project Management Life Cycle, Resource Management, Risk Management, Peer Review, Earned Value Management, Stakeholder Management, Agile Methodology, Project Risk Management, Kanban Principles, Project Schedules, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Management, Negotiation, IT Management, Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking, Leadership, Communication

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    The Pennsylvania State University

    Creativity, Innovation and Transformation

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creativity, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Cultural Diversity, Open Mindset, Cognitive flexibility, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Tenacity, Collaboration, Experimentation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    إدارة الاجتماعات الفعالة | Managing Effective Meetings

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Workflow Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Brainstorming, Team Management, Productivity, Organizational Skills, Discussion Facilitation, Planning, Leadership, Problem Solving

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    110 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Innovación digital

    Skills you'll gain: Water Sustainability, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Strategic Partnership, Social Impact, Sustainable Development, Communication Planning, Water Resource Management, Project Design, Social Media, Team Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Water Resources, Project Planning, Resilience, Sustainable Systems, Strategic Leadership, Environmental Issue, Problem Solving, Innovation, Climate Change Adaptation

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Program Manager

    Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Stakeholder Management, Resource Allocation, Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Project Management Life Cycle, Kanban Principles, Change Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Organizational Change, Responsible AI, Organizational Strategy, Agile Project Management, Risk Management, Governance, Cost Management, Earned Value Management, Team Building, Project Management, Leadership

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Northeastern University

    Navigating Healthcare Supply Chain Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Process Improvement, Operational Efficiency, Inventory Control, Inventory Management System, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Capacity Planning, Supply Chain Planning, Demand Planning, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Vendor Management, Change Management, Supplier Management, Information Technology, Forecasting, Problem Solving

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fractal Analytics

    Design Thinking for Data Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: A/B Testing, Design Thinking, Experience Design, Data Storytelling, Dashboard, User Feedback, Stakeholder Engagement, Customer Insights, Interviewing Skills, Business Requirements, Problem Solving

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    Packt

    The Employee Self-Care Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Personal Development, Productivity, Time Management, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Creative Problem-Solving, Mindfulness, Resilience, Prioritization, Relationship Building, Goal Setting, Exercise Science, Nutrition and Diet

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Innovative Teaching with ChatGPT

    Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Creative Problem-Solving, AI Personalization, Innovation, Brainstorming, Game Design, Education Software and Technology, Student Engagement, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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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

  • Human Excellence in the AI Age, Part 1: A Soft Skills Course: University of Virginia Darden School Foundation
  • Pensamiento sistémico: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Mastering Remote Work and Online Study in U.S. in the post-COVID Era: The State University of New York
  • IBM Project Manager: IBM
  • Creativity, Innovation and Transformation: The Pennsylvania State University
  • إدارة الاجتماعات الفعالة | Managing Effective Meetings: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Innovación digital: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • IBM Program Manager: IBM
  • Navigating Healthcare Supply Chain Operations: Northeastern University
  • Design Thinking for Data Professionals: Fractal Analytics

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