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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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    Coursera

    Automate, Analyze, and Database Administration

    Skills you'll gain: Database Architecture and Administration, Database Administration, Data Maintenance, Operational Databases, Relational Databases, Capacity Planning, Database Management, Data Integrity, Application Performance Management, Disaster Recovery, Data Validation, Performance Tuning, Problem Management, Demand Planning, SQL, Data Access, Forecasting, Resource Planning, Performance Analysis

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillUp

    Understanding Management and Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, People Management, Performance Management, Coaching, Team Building, Leadership, Business Leadership, Goal Setting, Communication, Accountability, Decision Making

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    The Business of Health Care

    Skills you'll gain: People Management, Financial Reporting, Financial Acumen, Financial Data, Financial Statements, Social Determinants Of Health, Managed Care, Operations Management, Income Statement, Employee Performance Management, Financial Analysis, Leadership and Management, Health Systems, Health Care Administration, Innovation, Value-Based Care, Process Improvement and Optimization, Decision Making, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Insurance

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    University of Michigan

    Finding Purpose and Meaning In Life: Living for What Matters Most

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Personal Development, Lifelong Learning, Mindfulness, Mental Health, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Skillshare

    The Creative Reset: Clarity, Productivity & Structure

    Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Prioritization, Productivity, Goal Setting, Mindfulness, Stress Management, Mental Concentration, Growth Mindedness, Creativity, Creative Problem-Solving, Time Management, Organizational Skills, Planning, Personal Development, Self-Motivation, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Adaptability, Collaborative Software

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Analyze Capital Market Expectations for Portfolio Management

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Financial Market, Decision Making, Investments, Asset Management, Market Data, Financial Forecasting, Capital Markets, Equities, Fixed Asset, Economics, Risk Management, Financial Analysis, Statistical Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Data Scientist Career Guide and Interview Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Interviewing Skills, Professional Development, Presentations, Data Science, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Recruitment, Writing, Business Research, Portfolio Management, Data Analysis, Job Analysis, Problem Solving, Communication, Python Programming

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Teamwork Skills: Communicating Effectively in Groups

    Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Conflict Management, Collaboration, Diversity Awareness, Decision Making, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Diversity, Innovation, Communication, Digital Communications

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Asana Advanced: Portfolio, Dashboards & Planning at Scale

    Skills you'll gain: Resource Allocation, Timelines, Project Performance, Project Portfolio Management, Goal Setting, Root Cause Analysis, Resource Management, Dashboard, Project Coordination, Variance Analysis, Trend Analysis, Scheduling, Stakeholder Communications, Project Schedules, Project Management, Project Management Software, Capacity Planning, Portfolio Management, Power BI, Strategic Planning

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The Expert Academy

    Sales Skills: Coach Buyers Through Complex Decisions

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, B2B Sales, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Consultative Selling, Closing (Sales), Rapport Building, Solution Selling, Sales, Empathy, Sales Process, Stakeholder Management, Influencing, Mental Health, Employee Coaching, Customer Relationship Building, Coaching, Self-Awareness, Decision Making, Cultural Sensitivity

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fractal Analytics

    Responsible AI in the Generative AI Era

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, AI Enablement, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Introduction to Mechanics

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Physics, Problem Solving, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Calculus, Engineering Analysis, Graphing, Physical Science, Mathematical Modeling, Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Geometry, Trigonometry

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Automate, Analyze, and Database Administration: Coursera
  • Understanding Management and Leadership: SkillUp
  • The Business of Health Care: University of Pennsylvania
  • Finding Purpose and Meaning In Life: Living for What Matters Most: University of Michigan
  • The Creative Reset: Clarity, Productivity & Structure: Skillshare
  • Analyze Capital Market Expectations for Portfolio Management: EDUCBA
  • Data Scientist Career Guide and Interview Preparation: IBM
  • Teamwork Skills: Communicating Effectively in Groups: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Asana Advanced: Portfolio, Dashboards & Planning at Scale: Coursera
  • Sales Skills: Coach Buyers Through Complex Decisions: The Expert Academy

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