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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


  • H

    Harvard Business Review

    Think Like a Leader

    Skills you'll gain: Business Acumen, Financial Statements, Strategic Decision-Making, Financial Statement Analysis, Business Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness, Financial Acumen, Business Modeling, Performance Measurement, Decision Making, Business Metrics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Financial Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Leadership, Business Priorities, Goal Setting, Team Leadership, Discussion Facilitation

    4.7 stars, 18 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (18) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Application Deployment, API Gateway, Cloud-Native Computing, Containerization, Network Troubleshooting, Data Storage, Network Administration, Infrastructure Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), YAML, Security Controls, Linux Administration, Data Storage Technologies, General Networking, Problem Management, Network Security, Data Persistence, Test Tools, Scenario Testing

    4.4 stars, 19 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (19) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Fast Prototyping of GenAI Apps with Streamlit

    Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, No-Code Development, Prototyping, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, AI Integrations, Application Development, User Interface (UI)

    3.9 stars, 10 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.9 (10) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Job skills
    Job skills
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    United Cities and Local Governments of Africa

    Financing Infrastructure in African Cities

    Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Risk Management, Finance, Financial Policy, Risk Analysis, Fiscal Management, Capital Expenditure, Decision Making, Financial Systems, Economic Development, Sustainable Development, Tax, Revenue Management, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement

    4.6 stars, 59 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (59) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    Universidad Nacional de Colombia

    Learning from the experiences of caregivers with chronic conditions

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Caregiving, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Long Term Care, Case Studies, Patient-centered Care, Care Management, Patient Observation, Chronic Diseases, Organizational Skills, Stress Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    Approximation Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Graph Theory, Model Optimization, Applied Mathematics, Theoretical Computer Science, Combinatorics, Operations Research

    4.7 stars, 33 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (33) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad

    Advanced Leadership Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Trustworthiness, Executive Presence, Leadership, Culture Transformation, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Strategic Leadership, Professional Development, Rapport Building, Business Leadership, Team Building, Influencing, Organizational Development, Interpersonal Communications, Relationship Building, Team Leadership, Mindfulness, Change Management, Decision Making, Strategic Thinking

    4.9 stars, 15 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (15) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IESE Business School

    How to Build an Effective Service Company

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Methodologies, Workforce Management, Lean Manufacturing, Service Improvement, Operations Management, Operational Excellence, Operational Performance Management, Business Process Management, Process Optimization, Service Management, Operational Efficiency, Workforce Planning, Staff Management, Business Transformation, Process Analysis, Sustainable Business, Process Flow Diagrams, Capacity Management, Client Services, Capacity Planning

    4.4 stars, 25 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (25) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Influencing, Collaboration and Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Trustworthiness, Influencing, Stakeholder Engagement, Leadership and Management, Stakeholder Management, Analytical Skills, Analysis, Leadership, Cooperation, Supervision, Conflict Management, Collaboration, Team Leadership, Communication, Critical Thinking, Team Collaboration, Case Studies, Decision Making, Relationship Building

    4.5 stars, 60 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (60) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    Imperial College London

    Introduction to Participatory Approaches in Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Community Health, Health Promotion, Social Determinants Of Health, Community Development, Health Disparities, Community Organizing, Social Sciences, Community Outreach, Research, Culture, Qualitative Research, Research Methodologies, Collaboration

    4.5 stars, 12 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Leading with Impact: Team Dynamics, Strategy and Ethics

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership Studies, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Leadership, Teamwork, Team Building, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Business Ethics, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Team Collaboration, Leadership and Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Leadership Development, Management Training And Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Organizational Effectiveness, Case Studies

    4.7 stars, 18 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (18) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    Emory University

    Mastering Business Essentials: Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Business, Market Dynamics, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Business Management, Business Strategy, Business Operations, Business Acumen, Logistics Management, Business Economics, Business Marketing, Business Modeling, Gross Profit, Strategic Thinking, Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Value Propositions, Decision Making, Strategic Marketing, Strategic Decision-Making

    4.9 stars, 75 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (75) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular problem solving courses

  • Think Like a Leader: Harvard Business Review
  • Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA): Pearson
  • Fast Prototyping of GenAI Apps with Streamlit: DeepLearning.AI
  • Financing Infrastructure in African Cities: United Cities and Local Governments of Africa
  • Learning from the experiences of caregivers with chronic conditions: Universidad Nacional de Colombia
  • Approximation Algorithms: 28DIGITAL
  • Advanced Leadership Skills: IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad
  • How to Build an Effective Service Company: IESE Business School
  • Influencing, Collaboration and Decision Making: STARWEAVER
  • Introduction to Participatory Approaches in Public Health: Imperial College London

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