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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 Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Organizational Concepts and Language

    Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Business Analysis, Business Strategy, Accounting, Organizational Structure, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Communication, Business Communication, Marketing, Financial Accounting, Marketing Strategies, Innovation, Product Lifecycle Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Data Analysis and Representation, Selection and Iteration

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Data Analysis, C (Programming Language), Statistical Analysis, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Descriptive Statistics, Data Visualization Software

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Scrimba

    Advanced JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: Ajax, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Javascript, JSON, Application Programming Interface (API), Scripting, Software Design Patterns, Data Management, Data Structures, Event-Driven Programming, Data Validation, Prototyping, Computational Logic, Maintainability, Programming Principles, Web Development, Software Development, Debugging, Software Engineering, Performance Tuning

    4.6
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Learn to Teach Java: Writing Classes and Arrays

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Education Software and Technology, Computer Programming, Digital pedagogy, Program Development, Debugging, Data Structures

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    14 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    NumPy and Pandas Basics for Future Data Scientists

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Data Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Numerical Analysis, Critical Thinking

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    Effective Service Innovation by Design in Hotel Management

    Skills you'll gain: Customer experience strategy (CX), Service Design, Design Thinking, Change Management, Process Mapping, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Customer Service, Hospitality Management, Hospitality, Customer Analysis, Innovation, Corporate Sustainability, Continuous Improvement Process, Feasibility Studies, Digital Transformation, Collaboration

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    AI for Lawyers: Communication and Creativity

    Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Legal Technology, Creativity, Presentations, Persuasive Communication, Editing, Writing, Communication, Artificial Intelligence, Public Speaking, Generative AI, Critical Thinking

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Product Manager's Interview Playbook: Strategies for Success

    Skills you'll gain: Product Design, Product Management, Interviewing Skills, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Roadmaps, Case Studies, Stakeholder Communications, Portfolio Management, Estimation, Product Strategy, Storytelling, Technical Communication, Communication, Analysis, Complex Problem Solving, Prioritization, Data Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Kaizen Event: Become a Certified Kaizen Event Specialist

    Skills you'll gain: Process Analysis, Kaizen Methodology, Process Improvement, Solution Delivery, Business Process Improvement, Quality Improvement, Continuous Improvement Process, Team Management, Lean Methodologies, Root Cause Analysis, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Goal Setting

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Washington

    Project Management Quickstart

    Skills you'll gain: Work Breakdown Structure, Agile Project Management, Agile Methodology, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Project Documentation, Project Scoping, People Management, Project Planning, Dependency Analysis, Product Roadmaps, Communication Planning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Python Hacking & Cryptography Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Secure Coding, Brute-force attacks, Cyber Security Assessment, Python Programming, Programming Principles, File I/O, Algorithms, Debugging, Scripting, Data Structures, User Interface (UI), Statistical Programming, UI Components, Application Development, File Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Scrimba

    Learn CSS Variables

    Skills you'll gain: Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), HTML and CSS, Front-End Web Development, Javascript, Responsive Web Design, Maintainability

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Organizational Concepts and Language: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Data Analysis and Representation, Selection and Iteration: University of Colorado System
  • Advanced JavaScript: Scrimba
  • Learn to Teach Java: Writing Classes and Arrays: University of California San Diego
  • NumPy and Pandas Basics for Future Data Scientists: University of Michigan
  • Effective Service Innovation by Design in Hotel Management : Starweaver
  • AI for Lawyers: Communication and Creativity: University of Michigan
  • Product Manager's Interview Playbook: Strategies for Success: Board Infinity
  • Kaizen Event: Become a Certified Kaizen Event Specialist: Packt
  • Project Management Quickstart: University of Washington

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