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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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    Coursera

    GenAI for Project Managers: Scaling with GenAI

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Project Management, AI Product Strategy, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Project Coordination, Cost Reduction, Project Planning, Resource Allocation, Process Improvement, Risk Management, Predictive Analytics

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Specialty Topics: Biology Across Disciplines

    Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Biology, Child Development, Music, Decision Making, Liberal Arts, Education and Training, Psychology, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Business Economics, Clinical Trials

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Glasgow

    Data-Driven Leadership Skills Course 2: Agile Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Agile Methodology, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Business Transformation, Analytics, Data Analysis, Leadership, Leadership Development, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Team Leadership, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Complex Problem Solving

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Scrimba

    Intro to SQL

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Relational Databases, Query Languages, Databases, Stored Procedure, Data Manipulation, Database Management Systems, Data Access, Data Maintenance

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Contemporary Issues in World Politics

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, International Relations, World History, Diplomacy, Social Sciences, Public Safety and National Security, European History, Environmental Issue, Conflict Management, Climate Change Programs, Governance, Economics, Economic Development, Trend Analysis, Security Strategy

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Understand Big O Notation in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Scalability, Performance Analysis, Simulations, Algorithms, Complex Problem Solving, Theoretical Computer Science, Python Programming, Data Structures, Software Architecture, Software Engineering

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    Northeastern University

    Effective Talent Management & Development

    Skills you'll gain: Talent Management, Virtual Teams, Talent Pipelining, Human Resource Strategy, Workforce Development, People Management, Leadership Development, Workforce Planning, Human Resources Management and Planning, Stakeholder Management, Decision Making, Gap Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Risk Management, Employee Engagement

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Leadership in the Family Business

    Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Governance, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Leadership Development, Talent Management, Organizational Structure, Business Continuity, Entrepreneurship, Conflict Management, Business Economics, Decision Making

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    Intro to Lean Six Sigma and Project Identification Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Process Analysis, Process Improvement, Risk Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Business Requirements, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Project Documentation, Project Planning, Project Management, Root Cause Analysis, Statistical Methods

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Environmental Economics

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Business, Environmental Policy, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Climate Change Mitigation, Cost Benefit Analysis, Natural Resource Management, Economics, Oil and Gas, Policy Analysis, Market Dynamics, Public Policies, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Linux Troubleshooting Course with Real Life Examples

    Skills you'll gain: Hardening, Performance Tuning, Unix Commands, Ubuntu, Debugging, Service Management, User Accounts, OS Process Management, Scripting, Cloud Deployment

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    GIS: Geographic Information Systems for Sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, Sustainability Reporting, Spatial Data Analysis, Sustainable Business, Spatial Analysis, Data Storytelling, Environmental Monitoring, Data Visualization, Stakeholder Engagement, Trend Analysis, Decision Making

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • GenAI for Project Managers: Scaling with GenAI: Coursera
  • Specialty Topics: Biology Across Disciplines: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Data-Driven Leadership Skills Course 2: Agile Leadership: University of Glasgow
  • Intro to SQL: Scrimba
  • Contemporary Issues in World Politics: Università di Napoli Federico II
  • Understand Big O Notation in Python: Duke University
  • Effective Talent Management & Development: Northeastern University
  • Leadership in the Family Business: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Intro to Lean Six Sigma and Project Identification Methods : SkillUp
  • Environmental Economics: University of Michigan

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