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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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    Starweaver

    Cross Functional Collaboration

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Team Collaboration, Supervision, Team Management, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Internal Communications, Analytical Skills, Communication Strategies

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Case-Based Frameworks for Mastering Management Consulting

    Skills you'll gain: Consulting, Management Consulting, Mergers & Acquisitions, Growth Strategies, Due Diligence, Strategic Thinking, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Market Opportunities, Cost Benefit Analysis, Financial Analysis, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Corporate Strategy, Go To Market Strategy, Case Studies, Business Analysis, Market Analysis, Revenue Management, Strategic Marketing, Customer Analysis

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Approximation Algorithms and Linear Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Network Model, Combinatorics, Mathematical Modeling, Theoretical Computer Science, Model Optimization, Python Programming, Network Analysis

    Build toward a degree

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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, Microsoft Development Tools, Integrated Development Environments, Data Storage, Development Environment, Computer Programming, C and C++

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    377 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    COBOL Programming with VSCode

    Skills you'll gain: COBOL (Programming Language), CI/CD, File I/O, Debugging, Continuous Integration, Software Development, Mainframe Computing, Continuous Deployment, Development Environment, Program Development, Mainframe Technologies, Integrated Development Environments, Programming Principles, File Management, Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Computer Programming Tools

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Negotiation Skills and Effective Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, De-escalation Techniques, Active Listening

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Java Programming: Build a Recommendation System

    Skills you'll gain: Software Design, Maintainability, Code Reusability, Program Development, Java, Java Programming, AI Personalization, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Algorithms, File I/O, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

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    L&T EduTech

    Fundamentals of Robotics & Industrial Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Machine Controls, Automation Engineering, Programmable Logic Controllers, Control Systems, Automation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Manufacturing Processes, Simulations, Industrial Engineering, Equipment Design, Internet Of Things, Matlab, Electronic Components, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Process Control

    4.5
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    Intermediate · 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, Finite Element Methods, Simulations, Model Optimization

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of London

    Mathematical Foundations for Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Arithmetic, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Logic, Programming Principles, Computer Science, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Database Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Data Structures, General Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Business Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Logical Reasoning, Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    GPT Vision: Seeing the World through Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: AI powered creativity, ChatGPT, Generative AI, AI literacy, Image Analysis, Organizational Skills, Computer Vision, Multimodal Prompts, Email Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Prompt Engineering, Cooking

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Algebra: Elementary to Advanced - Functions & Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Graphing, Algebra, Plot (Graphics), Applied Mathematics, Arithmetic, Model Evaluation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Cross Functional Collaboration : Starweaver
  • Case-Based Frameworks for Mastering Management Consulting: Board Infinity
  • Approximation Algorithms and Linear Programming : University of Colorado Boulder
  • Algorithms, Data Collection, and Starting to Code: University of Colorado System
  • COBOL Programming with VSCode: IBM
  • Negotiation Skills and Effective Communication : Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Java Programming: Build a Recommendation System: Duke University
  • Fundamentals of Robotics & Industrial Automation: L&T EduTech
  • Innovate with ANSYS Simulation Tools: Coursera
  • Mathematical Foundations for Computing: University of London

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