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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 Cambridge

    Foundations of Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Cash Flow Forecasting, Financial Reporting, Cash Flows, Finance, Financial Management, Financial Acumen, Financial Statements, Risk Management, Return On Investment, Business Risk Management, Business Ethics, Stakeholder Management

    4.7
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    46 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Foundations of Coding Front-End

    Skills you'll gain: Front-End Web Development, Debugging, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, GitHub, Pseudocode, Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Integrated Development Environments, Microsoft Copilot, Algorithms, Program Development, Computer Programming, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), C# (Programming Language)

    4.8
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    75 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    28DIGITAL

    Development of Real-Time Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, C (Programming Language), System Design and Implementation, System Requirements, Computer Architecture, Simulations, Verification And Validation, Debugging, Algorithms

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    541 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Verbal Mastery: Grammar, RC, Reasoning for Exams & Job Tests

    Skills you'll gain: Vocabulary, Critical Thinking, Deductive Reasoning, Problem Solving, Grammar, English Language, Literacy, Analytical Skills, Learning Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills, Complex Problem Solving, Decision Making, Time Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    GPT Vision: Seeing the World through Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Expense Reports, Image Analysis, Expense Management, Organizational Skills, Computer Vision, Data Storytelling, Project Controls, Social Media Content, Artificial Intelligence, Photography, Prompt Engineering, Cooking

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    239 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Innovate with ANSYS Simulation Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Design Process, Engineering Analysis, Mechanical Design, Simulation and Simulation Software, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Numerical Analysis, Finite Element Methods, Materials science

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    32 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Data Structures & Backend with Java

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Spring Boot, Restful API, Model View Controller, Spring Framework, Java Programming, Java, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Microservices, Algorithms, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Dependency Analysis

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    162 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Xbox

    Xbox Product Manager

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Product Planning, User Interface (UI), Competitive Analysis, Product Roadmaps, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Stakeholder Management, Market Research, Product Management, Design Thinking, AI Product Strategy, Mockups, Consumer Behaviour, Usability Testing, Wireframing, Market Analysis, Stakeholder Communications, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Strategy, Data Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    65 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Technical Support (IT) Case Studies and Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Support, Hardware Troubleshooting, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Cybersecurity, Help Desk Support, System Support, Network Troubleshooting, Computer Hardware, Customer Service, General Networking, Data Storage, Issue Tracking, Operating Systems

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    186 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Interview Questions and Real-World Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Program Development, Technical Design, Debugging, Problem Solving, Performance Tuning

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Algorithms, Data Collection, and Starting to Code

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Data Collection, Microsoft Visual Studio, Program Development, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Algorithms, Data Storage, Computer Programming

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    377 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Foundations of Coding Back-End

    Skills you'll gain: Back-End Web Development, Program Development, Algorithms, Integrated Development Environments, Programming Principles, Pseudocode, Debugging, Computational Thinking, Engineering Software, Diagram Design, C# (Programming Language), Version Control, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Software Engineering, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Data Structures, Microsoft Copilot

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    117 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Foundations of Finance: University of Cambridge
  • Foundations of Coding Front-End: Microsoft
  • Development of Real-Time Systems: 28DIGITAL
  • Verbal Mastery: Grammar, RC, Reasoning for Exams & Job Tests: Board Infinity
  • GPT Vision: Seeing the World through Generative AI: Vanderbilt University
  • Innovate with ANSYS Simulation Tools: Coursera
  • Data Structures & Backend with Java: Board Infinity
  • Xbox Product Manager: Xbox
  • Technical Support (IT) Case Studies and Capstone: IBM
  • Interview Questions and Real-World Applications: Packt

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