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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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    Pearson

    Wireshark 101: Packet Analysis Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Network Protocols, Network Monitoring, Network Analysis, TCP/IP, Cyber Security Assessment, Network Security, User Interface (UI)

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Program Management Fundamentals: Driving Strategic Change

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Program Management, Stakeholder Management, Change Management, Strategic Leadership, Product Roadmaps, Leadership, Organizational Change, Organizational Strategy, Project Management Office (PMO), Project Management, Digital Transformation, Decision Making

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    Columbia University

    Pets, Politics and Pandemics

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Sciences, Complex Problem Solving, Culture, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Persuasive Communication, Personal Development, Critical Thinking, Scientific Methods, Human Learning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    AI-Augmented Decision-Making for Business Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Business Leadership, Data Ethics, Strategic Decision-Making, Responsible AI, Predictive Analytics, Advanced Analytics, Business Strategy, Leadership, Business Intelligence, Risk Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Data Storytelling, Business Ethics, Decision Making, Technical Communication, Culture Transformation, Data Literacy, Strategic Planning, Communication

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Designing Larger Python Programs for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Python Programming, Simulations, Debugging, Pandas (Python Package), Program Development, Unit Testing, Test Case, Data Science, Software Design, Computational Thinking, Integration Testing, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Manipulation, Software Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Bending the Curve: Climate Change Solutions 1

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Social Impact, Community Organizing, Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Development, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Disparities, Social Sciences, Environmental Policy, Environment, Media and Communications, Physical Science, Scientific Methods, Interpersonal Communications, Environmental Science

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    القرارات الاستثمارية باستخدام معيار صافي القيمة الحالية

    Skills you'll gain: Capital Budgeting, Return On Investment, Financial Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Investments, Decision Making, Business Mathematics, Cash Flows

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research

    Journey Towards Self Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Mindfulness, Cognitive flexibility, Stress Management, Interpersonal Communications, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Resilience, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Automation with Drools: Knowledge-Based Decision Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Business Logic, Application Deployment, Decision Support Systems, Business Process Automation, Test Case, Verification And Validation, Automation, Program Development, Computer Programming, Docker (Software), Model Evaluation, Complex Problem Solving, Application Programming Interface (API)

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

    Designing User Interfaces and User Interactions

    Skills you'll gain: User Experience, Information Architecture, User Experience Design, Interaction Design, User Flows, Persona (User Experience), Usability, User Centered Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Wireframing, User Research, Conceptual Design, Persona Development, Mockups, Ideation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Mastering Team Dynamics

    Skills you'll gain: Team Management, Supervision, Conflict Management, Cooperation, Leadership, People Management, Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Decision Making, Communication, Culture

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Northeastern University

    Intro to Managing Ethics in the Workplace & Marketplace

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Health Care Administration, Patient Safety, Decision Making, Risk Management, Critical Thinking, Conflict Management, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategy, Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Wireshark 101: Packet Analysis Essentials: Pearson
  • Program Management Fundamentals: Driving Strategic Change: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Pets, Politics and Pandemics: Columbia University
  • AI-Augmented Decision-Making for Business Leaders: Coursera
  • Designing Larger Python Programs for Data Science: Duke University
  • Bending the Curve: Climate Change Solutions 1: University of California San Diego
  • القرارات الاستثمارية باستخدام معيار صافي القيمة الحالية: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Journey Towards Self Mastery: S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research
  • Automation with Drools: Knowledge-Based Decision Systems: Coursera
  • Designing User Interfaces and User Interactions: Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

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