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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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    IESE Business School

    How to Build an Effective Service Company

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Methodologies, Workforce Management, Service Improvement, Operations Management, Operational Performance Management, Business Process Management, Process Optimization, Service Management, Operational Efficiency, Process Analysis, Sustainable Business, Capacity Management, Customer experience improvement, Case Studies

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    EDHEC Business School

    Economics and Policies of Climate Change

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Policy, Economics, Climate Change Mitigation, Cost Benefit Analysis, Policy Analysis, Environmental Regulations, Market Analysis, Financial Market, Tax, Financial Trading, Mathematical Modeling

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    Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

    AI for Decision Makers

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Technology Strategies, Artificial Intelligence, Business Ethics, Strategic Leadership, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Project Management, Legal Risk, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct, LLM Application, Decision Making, Generative AI, Needs Assessment, Mitigation

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    Google Cloud

    Detect, Respond, and Recover from Cloud Cybersecurity Attacks

    Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Cyber Operations, Continuous Monitoring, Event Monitoring, Disaster Recovery, Incident Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Threat Detection, Cloud Security, Security Controls, Threat Management, System Monitoring, IT Automation, Record Keeping, Problem Management

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    University of Michigan

    Justice and Equity in Technology Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Responsible AI, Disabilities, Innovation, Diversity Awareness, Social Impact, Socioeconomics, Human Centered Design, Sustainable Systems, Policy Analysis, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Data Ethics, Technology Strategies, Policy Development, Governance, Case Studies

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    University of Minnesota

    The Ideation Process

    Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Sprint Planning, AI Enablement, Business Analysis, User Research, Problem Solving, Market Analysis, Prioritization

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Principles of Management

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Structure, Leadership and Management, Business Ethics, Business Management, Business Planning, Human Resources Management and Planning, Operations Management, People Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Strategy, Decision Making, Leadership, Business Strategies, Performance Measurement, Critical Thinking

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    Aptly

    Land Your Next Role

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking, LinkedIn, Goal Setting, Business Writing, Job Analysis, Applicant Tracking Systems, Compensation Analysis, Self-Awareness, Decision Making, Communication Strategies, Communication

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Coursera

    Conflict Resolution & Mediation: Managing Workplace Harmony

    Skills you'll gain: Mediation, Conflict Management, Team Building, Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Negotiation, Team Management, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, De-escalation Techniques, Root Cause Analysis, Empathy, Discussion Facilitation, Communication, Constructive Feedback, Active Listening

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    ESADE Business and Law School

    Modelos de empresa familiar: del capitán al grupo inversor

    Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Business Modeling, Organizational Structure, Business Management, Business Valuation, Business Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Governance, Change Management, Complex Problem Solving, Decision Making, Communication

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    University of Cambridge

    Finance for Non-finance Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Acumen, Variance Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Cash Flows, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Financial Reporting, Cost Estimation, Financial Statements, Return On Investment, Accounting, Project Estimation, Budgeting, Microsoft Excel, Business Modeling

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    A Strategic Approach to Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Strategy, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Security Awareness, Threat Modeling, Information Privacy, Infrastructure Security, Risk Management, Vulnerability Assessments

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular problem solving courses

  • How to Build an Effective Service Company: IESE Business School
  • Economics and Policies of Climate Change: EDHEC Business School
  • AI for Decision Makers: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
  • Detect, Respond, and Recover from Cloud Cybersecurity Attacks: Google Cloud
  • Justice and Equity in Technology Policy: University of Michigan
  • The Ideation Process: University of Minnesota
  • Principles of Management: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Land Your Next Role: Aptly
  • Conflict Resolution & Mediation: Managing Workplace Harmony: Coursera
  • Modelos de empresa familiar: del capitán al grupo inversor: ESADE Business and Law School

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