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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


  • A

    Arizona State University

    Modern Statistics for Data-Driven Decision-Making

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Methods, Bayesian Statistics, Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Analytics, Data Storage Technologies, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Store, Mathematical Software, Data Storage, Data Access, Database Software, Estimation, Machine Learning Methods, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Markov Model, Logistic Regression, Regression Testing

    4.3 stars, 6 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.3 (6) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Market Research and Analysis for Tech Industries

    Skills you'll gain: Market Research, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Consumer Behaviour, Business Research, Customer Analysis, Marketing Psychology, Market Analysis, Marketing, Marketing Planning, Behavioral Economics, Target Market, Customer Insights, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Product Lifecycle Management, Business-To-Consumer, B2B Sales, Decision Making, Digital Marketing

    4.5 stars, 11 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (11) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • M

    Microsoft

    Practical AI Strategy and Azure Service Selection

    Skills you'll gain: AI Product Strategy, Microsoft Azure, Decision Intelligence, AI literacy, Discussion Facilitation, Governance, Artificial Intelligence, Risking, Responsible AI, Decision Making, Model Deployment, Model Evaluation, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Business Priorities, Business Requirements, Feasibility Studies, Goal Setting, Requirements Analysis, Cost Management, Expectation Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Project Practicum with Multiple Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications, Work Breakdown Structure, Program Management, Project Portfolio Management, Project Management, Resource Planning, Resource Utilization, Agile Project Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Coordination, Project Risk Management, Resource Allocation, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Scoping, Communication Planning, Scheduling, Project Schedules, Resource Management, Agile Software Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    SQL Bootcamp - From Zero to Job-Ready

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Star Schema, Snowflake Schema, Database Theory, Databases, Database Management, Database Design, Relational Databases, Query Languages, Data Analysis, Data Management

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Dark Data Migration and Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Data Transformation, Data Literacy, Engineering Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Computational Thinking, Exploratory Data Analysis, Capacity Planning, Capacity Management, Decision Making, Data Warehousing, Decision Intelligence, Data Strategy, Data Lakes, Complex Problem Solving, Design Thinking, Unstructured Data, Data Governance, Data Access, Process Improvement, Data Management

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Contract Types and Terms

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Risk, Contract Management, Contract Review, Risk Mitigation, Procurement, Request For Quotation (RFQ), Vendor Contracts, Purchasing, Technical Communication, Decision Making, Verification And Validation, Verbal Communication Skills, Case Studies, Strategic Decision-Making

    2.7 stars, 6 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 2.7 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Unpacking Unconscious Bias in the Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Training, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Self-Awareness, Mitigation, Decision Making, Cultural Diversity, Culture

    4.7 stars, 31 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Analyze Business Data Using Excel Pivot Tables

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Dashboard, Dashboard Creation, Microsoft Excel, Business Reporting, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Performance Reporting, Case Studies, Business Intelligence, People Analytics, Performance Analysis, Business Analytics, Variance Analysis, Trend Analysis, Data Analysis, Employee Performance Management, Project Documentation, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software

    5 stars, 14 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (14) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    UBITS

    Comunicación visual: enriquece tus mensajes

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Ideation, Leadership, Brainstorming, Visual Storytelling, Data Storytelling, Innovation, Decision Making, Organizational Leadership, Team Leadership, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Internal Communications, Strategic Communication, Creativity, Communication, Communication Strategies

    4.9 stars, 15 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (15) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Managing AI Projects That Ship and Scale

    Skills you'll gain: Milestones (Project Management), Acceptance Testing, CI/CD, Scope Management, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Feature Engineering, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Capacity Management, Responsible AI, Smart Goals, Backlogs, Project Risk Management, Compliance Management, Stakeholder Communications, Risk Management, Data Governance, Model Evaluation, Project Planning, Case Studies, Risking

    3.7 stars, 11 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 3.7 (11) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Risks to Crop Production in Agriculture

    Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Legal Risk, Financial Analysis, Decision Making, Sustainability Standards, Property and Real Estate, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Sustainable Systems, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Lease Contracts, Environment and Resource Management, Production Process, Cash Flows, Market Dynamics

    4.9 stars, 7 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (7) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Modern Statistics for Data-Driven Decision-Making: Arizona State University
  • Market Research and Analysis for Tech Industries: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Practical AI Strategy and Azure Service Selection: Microsoft
  • Project Practicum with Multiple Projects: University of California, Irvine
  • SQL Bootcamp - From Zero to Job-Ready: Packt
  • Dark Data Migration and Architecture: Arizona State University
  • Contract Types and Terms: Coursera
  • Unpacking Unconscious Bias in the Workplace: Coursera
  • Analyze Business Data Using Excel Pivot Tables: EDUCBA
  • Comunicación visual: enriquece tus mensajes: UBITS

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