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    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Control Systems Analysis: Modeling of Dynamic Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Engineering Calculations, Systems Analysis, Electrical Systems, Mechanics, Applied Mathematics, Basic Electrical Systems

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      80 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Geneva

      Operational Research for Humanitarians

      Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Health Policy, Research, Qualitative Research, Community Outreach, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Collection, Accountability, Decision Making, Adaptability, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      139 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Zurich

      Das liebe Geld - Finance im Alltag

      Skills you'll gain: Finance, Financial Planning, Investments, Blockchain, Financial Market, Financial Management, Budgeting, Behavioral Economics, Decision Making, Digital Assets, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Derivatives, Risk Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      144 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Creating a Team Culture of Continuous Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Team Performance Management, Systems Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Team Building, Knowledge Transfer, Innovation, Organizational Development, Organizational Effectiveness, Creative Thinking, Problem Solving, Adaptability, Decision Making

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      180 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Everyday Excel, Part 3 (Projects)

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Data Validation, Excel Formulas, Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Complex Problem Solving

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      280 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Maryland, College Park

      Advanced Interviewing Techniques

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Negotiation, Telephone Skills, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Professionalism, Active Listening, Problem Solving, Self-Awareness, Analytical Skills

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      146 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for UX Designers

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, User Research, Wireframing, UI/UX Strategy, User Centered Design, Adobe XD, Usability Testing, Generative AI, Figma (Design Software), Human Computer Interaction, Design Thinking, Prototyping, User Interface (UI) Design, Artificial Intelligence, Persona Development

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
      ·
      71 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • R

      Rice University

      Physics 102 - Electric Charges and Fields

      Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mechanics, Electrical Systems, Calculus, Mathematical Modeling, Trigonometry, Applied Mathematics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      155 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Social Entrepreneurship

      Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Entrepreneurship, Feasibility Studies, Needs Assessment, Socioeconomics, Customer Analysis, Community Development, Target Audience, Stakeholder Management, Competitive Analysis, Business Operations, Cost Estimation, Market Opportunities, New Business Development, Ideation, Business Research, Financial Planning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      399 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Florida

      Fixing Healthcare Delivery

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Organizational Change, Health Systems, Lean Methodologies, Patient Flow, Care Coordination, Accident Prevention, Change Management, Leadership, Quality Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process, Team Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      136 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado System

      Agile Organization

      Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Organizational Change, Culture Transformation, Organizational Development, Agile Methodology, Leadership Studies, Business Transformation, Scalability, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Decision Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      417 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Colaboración dinámica

      Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Team Management, Risk Management, Planning, Leadership, Strategic Communication, Communication, Adaptability, Technology Solutions, Problem Solving

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      265 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Control Systems Analysis: Modeling of Dynamic Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Operational Research for Humanitarians: University of Geneva
    • Das liebe Geld - Finance im Alltag: University of Zurich
    • Creating a Team Culture of Continuous Learning: University of Pennsylvania
    • Everyday Excel, Part 3 (Projects): University of Colorado Boulder
    • Advanced Interviewing Techniques: University of Maryland, College Park
    • GenAI for UX Designers: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Physics 102 - Electric Charges and Fields: Rice University
    • Social Entrepreneurship: University of Pennsylvania
    • Fixing Healthcare Delivery: University of Florida

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