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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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    Packt

    Microservices Architecture: Design Patterns & Principles

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Native Computing, Microservices, DevOps, Cloud Deployment, Site Reliability Engineering, Service Oriented Architecture, Data Architecture, Database Management Systems, Continuous Delivery, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), NoSQL, Database Design, Performance Tuning, Systems Analysis, Database Architecture and Administration, Service Design

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Scrimba

    Advanced JavaScript 1: Objects, Loops, Hoisting

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Code Reusability, Computational Logic, Programming Principles, Data Import/Export, Web Development

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Market Credit and Operational Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Credit Risk, Portfolio Management, Market Liquidity, Risk Modeling, Portfolio Risk, Retail Banking, Financial Management, Data Governance, Operational Risk, Risk Management, Derivatives, Investment Management, Finance, Banking, Analysis, Probability, Performance Measurement, Analytics, Problem Solving, Planning

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Support & Reporting

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Report Writing, Business Reporting, Technical Support, IT Management, Data Analysis, Help Desk Support, Product Support, Data Literacy, AI literacy, System Support, Technical Communication, Data Presentation, Analytical Skills, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Self Service Technologies, Problem Solving

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    CertNexus

    Build Regression, Classification, and Clustering Models

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Model Training, Unsupervised Learning, Regression Analysis, Classification Algorithms, Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Optimization, Machine Learning Methods, Linear Algebra, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Supervised Learning, Performance Tuning

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    Intermediate · 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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    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Linear Algebra for Machine Learning & AI

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Mathematics, Data Analysis, Machine Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Model Optimization, Artificial Neural Networks

    Build toward a degree

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Rigid Body Dynamics

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Torque (Physics), Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Physics, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Calculus, Integral Calculus

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    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Organizational Concepts and Language

    Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Business Analytics, Data Literacy, Business Analysis, Business Strategy, Accounting, Organizational Effectiveness, Analytical Skills, Organizational Structure, General Accounting, Organizational Strategy, Business Communication, Marketing, Financial Accounting, Strategic Marketing, Strategic Thinking, Innovation, Product Lifecycle Management, Value Propositions

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    How to Develop an Account Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Account Strategy, Account Management, Customer Success Management, Customer Engagement, Customer Retention, Customer Relationship Building, Customer Service, Customer Relationship Management, Milestones (Project Management), Relationship Building, Growth Strategies, Expectation Management, Relationship Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Project Management, Sprint Retrospectives, Scaled Agile Framework, Agile Methodology, Leadership Studies, Project Risk Management, Emotional Intelligence, Team Management, Risk Management, Agile Software Development, Team Performance Management, Team Leadership, User Story, Leadership and Management, Organizational Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Employee Coaching, Kanban Principles, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Prioritization

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Skillshare

    Premiere Pro Pt. 2 — Transitions, Graphics & Animation

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Adobe Premiere, Animations, Post-Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Motion Graphics, Video Production, Graphic and Visual Design, Editing, Graphic Design

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Microservices Architecture: Design Patterns & Principles: Packt
  • Advanced JavaScript 1: Objects, Loops, Hoisting: Scrimba
  • Market Credit and Operational Risk Management: EDUCBA
  • Support & Reporting: Coursera
  • Build Regression, Classification, and Clustering Models: CertNexus
  • NumPy and Pandas Basics for Future Data Scientists: University of Michigan
  • Linear Algebra for Machine Learning & AI: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Rigid Body Dynamics: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Organizational Concepts and Language: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • How to Develop an Account Strategy: Coursera

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