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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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    Starweaver

    Incident Response Frameworks

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Incident Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Threat Intelligence, IT Service Management, Problem Management, Return On Investment, IT Management, Business Risk Management, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, NIST 800-53, Test Planning, Communication Planning, Continuous Improvement Process, Stakeholder Communications, Simulations

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Science and Technology of China

    创新思维

    Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Innovation, Resourcefulness, Open Mindset, Needs Assessment, Overcoming Obstacles, Growth Mindedness, Personal Development, Adaptability, Productivity

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Stanford University

    Game Theory II: Advanced Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Bidding, Social Sciences, Resource Allocation, Political Sciences, Economics, Behavioral Economics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Probability & Statistics

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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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    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, Culture

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    Innovative Teaching with ChatGPT

    Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Creative Problem-Solving, AI Personalization, Innovation, Brainstorming, Game Design, Education Software and Technology, Student Engagement, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Austral

    Gestión estratégica de Escuelas en Contextos Rurales

    Skills you'll gain: Curriculum Planning, Planning, Social Justice, Education and Training, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Collaboration, Teamwork, Program Evaluation, Relationship Building, Community Development, Problem Solving, Innovation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Leadership Development for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Professional Networking, Smart Goals, Team Motivation, Creative Problem-Solving, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Prioritization, Stress Management, Meeting Facilitation, Relationship Management, Goal Setting, Time Management, Relationship Building, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Self-Awareness, Communication, Professional Development, Mentorship

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Mathematics for Machine Learning: Linear Algebra

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, NumPy, Applied Mathematics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Jupyter, Algorithms, Python Programming

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    إدارة الأزمات | Crisis Management

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Risk Management, Case Studies, Problem Solving, Emergency Response, Conflict Management, Risk Analysis, Communication Planning

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Biology Meets Programming: Bioinformatics for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Computational Thinking, Biology, Data Structures

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    Arizona State University

    Creatividad, diseño e innovación: Técnicas y herramientas

    Skills you'll gain: Design Research, Innovation, Creativity, Design Thinking, Creative Thinking, Stakeholder Analysis, Design, Brainstorming, Creative Problem-Solving, Peer Review, Ideation, Design Strategies, Product Design, Curiosity, User Experience Design, Customer experience improvement, New Product Development, Business Modeling, Cognitive flexibility, Consumer Behaviour

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Incident Response Frameworks: Starweaver
  • 创新思维: University of Science and Technology of China
  • Game Theory II: Advanced Applications: Stanford University
  • Troubleshooting with AI Using Cloud Assist Investigations: Google Cloud
  • Creating a Team Culture of Continuous Learning: University of Pennsylvania
  • Innovative Teaching with ChatGPT: Vanderbilt University
  • Gestión estratégica de Escuelas en Contextos Rurales: Universidad Austral
  • Leadership Development for Engineers: Rice University
  • Mathematics for Machine Learning: Linear Algebra: Imperial College London
  • إدارة الأزمات | Crisis Management: Alfaisal University | KLD

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