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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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Popular Problem Solving Courses and Certifications


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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Cybersecurity in the AI Era

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Risk, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Management, Infrastructure Security, Data Security, Threat Modeling, Computer Security, Security Awareness, Risk Management, Enterprise Security, Vulnerability, Governance, General Networking, Public Safety and National Security, Threat Detection, Artificial Intelligence

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Fractal Analytics

    GenAI for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, ChatGPT, Responsible AI, Social Impact, Artificial Intelligence, AI Personalization, Organizational Effectiveness, Prompt Engineering, LLM Application, Operational Efficiency, Human Centered Design, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Natural Language Processing, Strategic Thinking, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Creativity Toolkit I: Changing Perspectives

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Creativity, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Cognitive flexibility, Open Mindset, Curiosity, Initiative and Leadership, Empowerment, Organizational Leadership, Persistence, Problem Solving, Self-Motivation, Growth Mindedness, Emotional Intelligence

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Physics 101 - Rotational Motion and Gravitation

    Skills you'll gain: Torque (Physics), Mechanics, Physics, Geometry, Algebra, Mechanical Engineering, Trigonometry, Calculus, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Problem Solving

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Habilidades Gerenciales

    Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Supervision, Organizational Skills, Management Training And Development, Organizational Strategy, Leadership Development, Strategic Planning, Team Leadership, Leadership, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Quality Management, Organizational Leadership, Time Management, Team Motivation, Professional Development, Creative Problem-Solving, Business Planning, Brainstorming, Coaching

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Optimize, Evaluate, and Forecast Your Cloud Spend

    Skills you'll gain: Cost Management, Financial Management, Resource Allocation, Resource Utilization, Cost Estimation, Predictive Modeling, Forecasting, Operating Cost, Financial Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Cost Benefit Analysis, Gap Analysis, Performance Analysis

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Microeconomics: The Power of Markets

    Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Economics, Market Dynamics, Market Analysis, Resource Allocation, Policy Analysis, Tax, Consumer Behaviour, Cost Benefit Analysis, Decision Making

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Draft Winning RFPs and RFQs

    Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Timelines, Proposal Writing, Business Writing, Procurement, Requirements Management, Purchasing, Bidding, Project Documentation, Vendor Management, Facility Management, Decision Making

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    Coursera

    RFIs: Distinguish, Apply, and Win

    Skills you'll gain: Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Bidding, Proposal Development, Standard Operating Procedure, Business Writing, Decision Making, Data Compilation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Business Analytics with Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Modeling, Operations Research, Regression Analysis, Network Model, Resource Allocation, Excel Macros, Business Analytics, Risk Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Business Process Modeling, Microsoft Excel, Strategic Decision-Making, Data Modeling, Business Modeling, Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Excel Formulas, Business, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Analyze & Apply Generative AI for Research & Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Team Performance Management, Generative AI, Kanban Principles, Analytics, AI Security, Big Data, Investment Management, Coaching, Trend Analysis, Scalability, Emotional Intelligence, Technology Strategies, Business, Employee Engagement, Business Ethics, Customer experience improvement, Responsible AI, Complex Problem Solving, Research, Estimation

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Pensamiento sistémico

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Systems Analysis, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Social Studies, Case Studies, Cognitive flexibility, Network Model, Control Systems

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Cybersecurity in the AI Era: University of Maryland, College Park
  • GenAI for Everyone: Fractal Analytics
  • Creativity Toolkit I: Changing Perspectives: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Physics 101 - Rotational Motion and Gravitation : Rice University
  • Habilidades Gerenciales: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Optimize, Evaluate, and Forecast Your Cloud Spend: Coursera
  • Microeconomics: The Power of Markets: University of Pennsylvania
  • Draft Winning RFPs and RFQs: Coursera
  • RFIs: Distinguish, Apply, and Win: Coursera
  • Business Analytics with Excel: Johns Hopkins University

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