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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

    The Economics of AI

    Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, Economics, Artificial Intelligence, Economic Development, Socioeconomics, Public Policies, Automation, Labor Relations, Emerging Technologies, Theoretical Computer Science, Market Dynamics, Growth Strategies, Policy Analysis, Innovation

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    CentraleSupélec

    On Strategy : What Managers Can Learn from Philosophy - PART 1

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Change Management, Creative Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Organizational Change, Strategic Leadership, Leadership Studies, Strategic Planning, Decision Making, Business Strategy, Critical Thinking

    4.7
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    473 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Amazon Web Services

    DevOps and AI on AWS

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Amazon Bedrock, Responsible AI, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Amazon CloudWatch, Application Deployment, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, CI/CD, AWS CloudFormation, Unit Testing, Continuous Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Devops Tools, Code Review, Amazon Web Services, Serverless Computing, Containerization, Data Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    48 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Virginia

    Ethical Leadership Through Giving Voice to Values

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Strategic Leadership, Professional Development, Business Ethics, Initiative and Leadership, Personal Integrity, Employee Coaching, Overcoming Objections, Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Empowerment, Self-Awareness, Conflict Management, Personal Development, Decision Making, Program Implementation, Action Oriented, Verbal Communication Skills, Plan Execution, Case Studies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    613 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universiteit Leiden

    EU policy and implementation: making Europe work!

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Development, Environmental Policy, Program Evaluation, Governance, Immigration Law, Research Methodologies

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    199 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Samsung

    Samsung Customer Care Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Support, Hardware Troubleshooting, Customer Service, Insurance and Warranty Claims Processing, Problem Solving, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Customer Communications Management, Product Knowledge, Active Listening, Technical Communication, Communication

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Shaping Your Professional Brand

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Social Skills, Relationship Building, Professionalism, Influencing, Professional Development, Interpersonal Communications, Empathy, Conflict Management, Decision Making, Cognitive flexibility, Constructive Feedback, Critical Thinking, Communication Strategies, Communication, Problem Solving, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University at Buffalo

    Introduction to the Nonprofit Sector, Nonprofit Organizations, Nonprofit Leadership and Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Governance, Leadership and Management, Discussion Facilitation, Philanthropy, Public Administration, Organizational Effectiveness, Performance Review, Organizational Leadership, Community Development, Organizational Structure, Leadership, Case Studies, Analysis, Decision Making

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Stanford University

    Probabilistic Graphical Models 3: Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Bayesian Statistics, Markov Model, Machine Learning, Statistical Modeling, Probability Distribution, Statistical Methods, Algorithms, Model Evaluation

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

    Motivating Gen Z Learners: What Parents and Teachers Need to Know

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Motivational Skills, Learning Strategies, Self-Motivation, Student Engagement, Interactive Learning, Learning Theory, Needs Assessment, Learning Styles, Behavioral Management

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of London

    How Computers Work

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Computer Systems, Web Applications, Computer Literacy, Network Security, Computer Networking, Computational Thinking, Debugging, Web Design and Development, Cybersecurity, Problem Management, Software Architecture, Data Storage

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 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

  • The Economics of AI: University of Virginia
  • On Strategy : What Managers Can Learn from Philosophy - PART 1: CentraleSupélec
  • Think Critically: Deductive Reasoning and Mental Models: Deep Teaching Solutions
  • DevOps and AI on AWS: Amazon Web Services
  • Ethical Leadership Through Giving Voice to Values: University of Virginia
  • EU policy and implementation: making Europe work! : Universiteit Leiden
  • Samsung Customer Care Essentials: Samsung
  • Shaping Your Professional Brand: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Introduction to the Nonprofit Sector, Nonprofit Organizations, Nonprofit Leadership and Governance: University at Buffalo
  • Probabilistic Graphical Models 3: Learning: Stanford University

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