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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


  • S

    S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research

    Consumer Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Psychology, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Market Research, Marketing, Customer Analysis, Business-To-Consumer, Customer Insights, Behavioral Economics, Marketing Strategies, Research, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Digital Transformation, Business Ethics, Decision Making, Persuasive Communication, Influencing, Sociology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • N

    Northwestern University

    Fundamentals of Digital Image and Video Processing

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Signal Processing, Image Quality, Image Analysis, Medical Imaging, Telecommunications, Communication Systems, Matlab, Mathematical Modeling, Color Theory, Applied Mathematics, Estimation, Model Optimization

    4.6 stars, 1.8K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (1.8K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • K

    KodeKloud

    AWS GenAI: RAG, AI Agents and Responsible AI

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Amazon Bedrock, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Multimodal Prompts, Generative AI, AWS SageMaker, Generative AI Agents, LLM Application, Vector Databases, Amazon Web Services, Large Language Modeling, Agentic Workflows, Human Centered Design, Agentic systems, Embeddings, Data Ethics, Data Governance, Natural Language Processing, Benchmarking

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Get Started with Airtable

    Skills you'll gain: Project Management Software, Workflow Management, Real Time Data, Timelines, Kanban Principles, Database Software, Data Integration, Project Management, Database Design, Scheduling, Data Sharing, Leadership, Problem Solving

    3.9 stars, 34 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 3.9 (34) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Human Factors & Usability Engineering: Designing for Humans

    Skills you'll gain: Usability, Usability Testing, Problem Solving, Human Factors, Human Centered Design, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creativity, User Centered Design, Creative Problem-Solving, Kinesiology, Sensory Systems Analysis, UI/UX Research, User Research, Decision Making, Display Devices, Human Computer Interaction, Human Learning, Exercise Science, Accident Prevention, Mitigation

    4.8 stars, 59 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (59) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Politecnico di Milano

    Fundamentals of financial and management accounting

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Accounting, Financial Reporting, Management Accounting, Financial Accounting, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Capital Budgeting, Cost Accounting, Income Statement, Cost Management, Cash Flows, Cost Benefit Analysis, Investments, Decision Making

    4.7 stars, 748 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (748) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Big Goals: A Science-Based Guide to Success

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Decision Making, Persistence, Productivity, Self-Motivation, Brainstorming, Decision Intelligence, Ideation, Growth Mindedness, Resilience, Behavioral Economics, Strategic Decision-Making, Personal Development, Performance Management, Motivational Skills, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Prioritization, Leadership, Leadership Development, Psychology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    The University of Sydney

    Design-Led Strategy: Design thinking for business strategy and entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Design Strategies, Strategic Thinking, Innovation, New Product Development, Business Modeling, Product Design, Service Design, Product Development, Business Strategy, Strategic Communication, Market Research, Corporate Strategy, Case Studies, User Research, User Feedback, Product Testing, Customer Insights

    4.6 stars, 1.3K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (1.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Pearson

    Ethics in the Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Relations, Employee Engagement, Disciplinary Procedures, Human Resources Management and Planning, Trustworthiness, Business Ethics, Decision Making, Professionalism, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Drive Engagement, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Staff Management, Behavior Management, Personal Integrity, Strategic Leadership

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    CVS Health

    CVS Health Retail Customer Service

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, De-escalation Techniques, Greeting Customers, Customer Service, Cashiering, Empathy, Cross Selling, Retail Sales, Call Center Experience, Customer Support, Transaction Processing, Selling Techniques, Upselling, Retail Store Operations, Customer Complaint Resolution, Product Knowledge, Team Oriented, Conflict Management, Communication, Time Management

    4.6 stars, 484 reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (484) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    ESSEC Business School

    L'excellence opérationnelle en pratique

    Skills you'll gain: Operational Excellence, Operational Efficiency, Operations Management, Kaizen Methodology, Operational Performance Management, Process Improvement, Business Process Management, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Lean Methodologies, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement Process, Kanban Principles, Culture Transformation, Process Mapping, Complex Problem Solving, Inventory Control, Waste Minimization

    4.7 stars, 683 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Wine Tasting: Food and Wine Pairing

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Decision Making, Cognitive flexibility, Critical Thinking, Writing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Consumer Behavior: S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research
  • Fundamentals of Digital Image and Video Processing: Northwestern University
  • AWS GenAI: RAG, AI Agents and Responsible AI: KodeKloud
  • Get Started with Airtable: Coursera
  • Human Factors & Usability Engineering: Designing for Humans: Arizona State University
  • Fundamentals of financial and management accounting: Politecnico di Milano
  • Big Goals: A Science-Based Guide to Success: John Wiley & Sons
  • Design-Led Strategy: Design thinking for business strategy and entrepreneurship: The University of Sydney
  • Ethics in the Workplace: Pearson
  • CVS Health Retail Customer Service: CVS Health

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