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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.


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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Innovation: From Creativity to Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Strategic Decision-Making, Innovation, Creativity, Team Management, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Technology Strategies, Creative Thinking, Business Modeling, Strategic Thinking, Value Propositions, Collaboration, Business Planning, Strategic Planning, Cognitive flexibility, Entrepreneurial Finance, Open Mindset, Leadership, New Product Development

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    University of Toronto

    The Arts and Science of Relationships: Understanding Human Needs

    Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Social Skills, Active Listening, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Needs Assessment, Assertiveness, Psychology, Cultural Diversity

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    Northwestern University

    Organizational Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Design Thinking, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Leadership, Strategic Communication, Innovation, Collaboration, Crisis Management, Negotiation, Organizational Leadership, Ideation, Team Leadership, Resource Allocation, Human Centered Design, Teamwork, Motivational Skills, Corporate Communications, Marketing Strategies, Marketing

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    Google Cloud

    Troubleshooting with AI Using Cloud Assist Investigations

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Services, Problem Management, Cloud Engineering, Cloud Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Debugging, Distributed Computing, Incident Response

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    ESSEC Business School

    Strategic Business Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Business Analytics, Forecasting, Peer Review, Statistical Methods, Data Presentation, Predictive Analytics, Customer Analysis, Case Studies, Information Technology, Analytical Skills, Digital Transformation, Business Marketing, Advanced Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Communication, Customer Insights, Complex Problem Solving, R Programming, Data Analysis

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    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Job & Exam Aptitude Mastery: Reasoning | DI | Verbal | Quant

    Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Vocabulary, Logical Reasoning, Critical Thinking, Data Literacy, Arithmetic, Decision Making, Deductive Reasoning, Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, Complex Problem Solving, Grammar, English Language, Case Studies, Literacy, Learning Strategies, Applied Mathematics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Quantitative Research, Estimation

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    CNNs with TensorFlow: Basics of Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Convolutional Neural Networks, Keras (Neural Network Library), Matplotlib, Artificial Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Python Programming, Model Evaluation, Adaptability, Problem Solving

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    University of Minnesota

    Analytics Project Ideation

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Simulations, Exploratory Data Analysis, Experimentation, Research Design, Business Analytics, Operations Research, Project Design, Customer Analysis, A/B Testing, Data Mining, Business Analysis, Analytical Skills, Ideation, Advanced Analytics, Applied Machine Learning, Process Mapping, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Stanford University

    Organizational Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Structure, Social Network Analysis, Decision Making, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Change, Strategic Decision-Making, Business, Culture, Sociology, Analysis, Resource Management, Case Studies, Coordination, Negotiation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Cape Town

    Becoming a changemaker: Introduction to Social Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Social Impact, Human Centered Design, Innovation, Creative Thinking, Community Development, Resourcefulness, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Complex Problem Solving, Empowerment, Entrepreneurship, Organizational Structure, Personal Development, Resilience

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Project Manager

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Agile Software Development, Project Management Life Cycle, Resource Management, Risk Management, Peer Review, Earned Value Management, Stakeholder Management, Agile Methodology, Project Risk Management, Kanban Principles, Project Schedules, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Management, Negotiation, IT Management, Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking, Leadership, Communication

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Copenhagen Business School

    An Introduction to Consumer Neuroscience & Neuromarketing

    Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Psychology, Decision Making, Brand Management, Human Learning, Customer Insights, Market Research, Business Ethics, Marketing, Advertising, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Psychology, Data Collection

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Innovation: From Creativity to Entrepreneurship: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • The Arts and Science of Relationships: Understanding Human Needs: University of Toronto
  • Organizational Leadership: Northwestern University
  • Troubleshooting with AI Using Cloud Assist Investigations: Google Cloud
  • Strategic Business Analytics: ESSEC Business School
  • Job & Exam Aptitude Mastery: Reasoning | DI | Verbal | Quant: Board Infinity
  • CNNs with TensorFlow: Basics of Machine Learning: Coursera
  • Analytics Project Ideation: University of Minnesota
  • Organizational Analysis : Stanford University
  • Becoming a changemaker: Introduction to Social Innovation: University of Cape Town

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