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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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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Supply Chain Excellence Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Product Flow Diagram, Supply Chain, Financial Statements, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Systems, Case Studies, Financial Analysis, Supply Chain Planning, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Financial Data, Process Mapping, System Implementation, Cost Management, Financial Acumen, Product Strategy, Plan Execution, Income Statement, Business Strategy, Complex Problem Solving

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Inglés Empresarial: Finanzas y Economía

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Business Correspondence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Negotiation, Purchasing, Business Writing, Business Communication, Decision Making, Financial Auditing, Forecasting, Auditing, Communication, Budgeting, Influencing, Vocabulary, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Leadership, Financial Forecasting, Finance

    4.7
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    412 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de los Andes

    ¿Cómo construir mi modelo de negocio?

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Partnership, Business Modeling, Value Propositions, New Business Development, Resource Allocation, Target Market, Business Planning, Revenue Management, Performance Metric, Business Strategy, Market Opportunities, Customer Analysis, User Feedback, Consumer Behaviour

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana

    Rebo-binario

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Lifelong Learning, Creative Thinking, Self-Starter, Programming Principles, Program Development, Computer Programming, Critical Thinking, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creativity, Willingness To Learn, Debugging, Creative Problem-Solving, Open Source Technology, Event-Driven Programming, Independent Thinking, Problem Solving, digital literacy, Computer Programming Tools, Algorithms

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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Strategic Communication Campaigns

    Skills you'll gain: Campaign Planning, Strategic Communication, Communication Planning, Target Audience, Campaign Management, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Advertising Campaigns, Resource Allocation, Media Strategy, Brand Management, Corporate Communications, Integrated Marketing Communications, Stakeholder Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Business Strategy, Communication, Business Communication, Business Process

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    56 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Definición y Medición

    Skills you'll gain: Process Capability, Process Mapping, Lean Methodologies, Statistical Process Controls, Lean Manufacturing, Process Analysis, Product Flow Diagram, Process Improvement, Six Sigma Methodology, Project Scoping, Performance Measurement, Lean Six Sigma, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Metric, Problem Management, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Data Collection, Project Management, Root Cause Analysis

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Alberta

    Science & Religion 101

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Ancient History, Biology, Liberal Arts, European History

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    169 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Tweet Emotion Recognition with TensorFlow

    Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Tensorflow, Model Optimization, Python Programming, Model Training, Natural Language Processing, Data Preprocessing, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Text Mining, Machine Learning Algorithms, Deep Learning, Classification Algorithms, Machine Learning

    4.5
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    174 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Emory University

    MBE Mastering Business Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Return On Investment, Business Strategy, Cash Flows, Financial Statement Analysis, Operations, Supply Chain, Business Strategies, Supply Chain Management, Financial Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Income Statement, Corporate Finance, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Marketing Effectiveness, Business Valuation, Marketing Strategies, Market Dynamics, Marketing Communications, Lean Six Sigma

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    117 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Michigan State University

    Journalism, the future, and you!

    Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Media and Communications, International Relations, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Media Relations, Storytelling, Safety and Security, Content Creation, Digital Publishing, Accountability

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    382 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Pensamiento crítico: toma de decisiones razonadas

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Independent Thinking, Decision Making, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Knowledge Transfer, Complex Problem Solving, Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    254 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Foundations of Neuroscience

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Marketing Psychology, Influencing, Case Studies, Persuasive Communication, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Consumer Behaviour, Decision Making, Marketing Effectiveness, Neurology, Behavioral Economics, Marketing, Psychology, Anatomy

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Supply Chain Excellence Capstone: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Inglés Empresarial: Finanzas y Economía: Arizona State University
  • ¿Cómo construir mi modelo de negocio?: Universidad de los Andes
  • Rebo-binario: Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana
  • Strategic Communication Campaigns: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Definición y Medición: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Science & Religion 101: University of Alberta
  • Tweet Emotion Recognition with TensorFlow: Coursera
  • MBE Mastering Business Essentials: Emory University
  • Journalism, the future, and you!: Michigan State University

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