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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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    Illinois Tech

    Systems Integration - Bachelor's

    Skills you'll gain: DevSecOps, DevOps, User Centered Design, Usability, Systems Integration, Continuous Delivery, Systems Development, Devops Tools, Systems Analysis, System Implementation, Human Centered Design, Continuous Integration, Application Security, Information Systems, Software Development, CI/CD, Secure Coding, Security Testing, User Feedback, Database Management Systems

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Harvard Business Review

    Lead with Integrity

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Personal Integrity, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity, Workplace inclusivity, Decision Making, Strong Work Ethic, People Management, Business Leadership, Cultural Sensitivity, Accountability, Advocacy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Agile Practices: Apply, Evaluate & Optimize Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Decision Making, Test Driven Development (TDD)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    PracticalGrowth

    Lean Management & Process Flow for Knowledge Work

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Workflow Management, Business Workflow Analysis, Kanban Principles, Process Management, Process Mapping, Lean Methodologies, Standard Operating Procedure, Process Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Improvement, Service Level Agreement, Business Process Improvement, Operational Efficiency, Service Level, Quality Improvement, Procedure Development, Capacity Management, Expectation Management, Performance Metric

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Northeastern University

    Application Engineering and Development Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Java, Java Programming, Software Architecture, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Software Design, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Code Reusability, Application Development, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Data Management

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Automate, Analyze, and Database Administration

    Skills you'll gain: Database Architecture and Administration, Data Maintenance, Operational Databases, Relational Databases, Capacity Planning, Database Management, Capacity Management, Data Integrity, Disaster Recovery, Data Validation, Performance Tuning, Problem Management, Demand Planning, Data Loss Prevention, Data Access, Forecasting, Resource Planning, Performance Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Visualize Workforce Metrics

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Dashboard Creation, Data Storytelling, People Analytics, Data Visualization, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Workforce Planning, Analysis, Performance Metric, Data Mapping, Stakeholder Communications, Business Metrics, Workforce Management, Data Import/Export, Prompt Engineering, Verification And Validation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    Incident Response Frameworks

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, IT Service Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Disaster Recovery, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Risk, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Cyber Operations, Risk Management Framework, Problem Management, Test Planning, NIST 800-53, Scenario Testing, Simulations, Technical Documentation, Return On Investment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    CertNexus

    AgenticAIBIZ (Exam AGZ-110): Foundations of Agentic AI

    Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, Generative AI Agents, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Risk Management, Business Process Automation, Generative AI, Business Strategy, Automation, Data Strategy, Process Improvement, Large Language Modeling, Process Improvement and Optimization, Data Ethics, Process Optimization, Operational Efficiency, Customer Service, User Experience, Marketing

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Nursing Leadership: Ethics & Legal Considerations

    Skills you'll gain: Nursing Management, Healthcare Ethics, Clinical Leadership, Personal Integrity, Nursing, Patient Safety, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Nursing Practices, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Decision Making, Accountability, Risk Management, Health Care, Medical Privacy, Informed Consent, Regulatory Compliance

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Advanced AWS Architecture: Identity, Networking and Design

    Skills you'll gain: Security Controls, Authentications, Security Requirements Analysis, Identity and Access Management, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Network Planning And Design, Authorization (Computing), Disaster Recovery, Network Architecture, Infrastructure Security, Cloud Computing Architecture, Amazon Web Services, Security Management, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Wide Area Networks, Solution Architecture, Data Security, Multi-Tenant Cloud Environments, Network Security, Cloud Solutions

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Lead with Confidence: Foundations of Effective Supervision

    Skills you'll gain: Professionalism, Drive Engagement, Supervision, Conflict Management, Delegation Skills, Team Building, Rapport Building, Team Leadership, Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Accountability, Accountability Frameworks, Team Performance Management, Relationship Management, Trustworthiness, Organizational Leadership, Performance Review, Decision Making, Leadership and Management, Expectation Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Systems Integration - Bachelor's: Illinois Tech
  • Lead with Integrity: Harvard Business Review
  • Agile Practices: Apply, Evaluate & Optimize Planning: EDUCBA
  • Lean Management & Process Flow for Knowledge Work: PracticalGrowth
  • Application Engineering and Development Part 1: Northeastern University
  • Automate, Analyze, and Database Administration: Coursera
  • Visualize Workforce Metrics: Coursera
  • Incident Response Frameworks: Starweaver
  • AgenticAIBIZ (Exam AGZ-110): Foundations of Agentic AI: CertNexus
  • Nursing Leadership: Ethics & Legal Considerations: Coursera

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