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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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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Differential Equations Part II Series Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Calculus, Linear Algebra, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Theory & Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    United Cities and Local Governments of Africa

    Financing Infrastructure in African Cities

    Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Risk Management, Finance, Financial Policy, Case Studies, Community Development, Decision Making, Economic Development, Sustainable Development, Economics, Revenue Management, Governance

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Skillshare

    Using AI & ChatGPT for Content: Research & Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Content Strategy, ChatGPT, Content Creation, Content Marketing, Target Audience, AI Personalization, Persona Development, User Research, Problem Solving, Writing and Editing, Brainstorming, Ideation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership and Management, Decision Making, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Business Ethics, Emotional Intelligence, Business Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Leadership, Leadership Development, Waterfall Methodology, Initiative and Leadership, Motivational Skills, Team Motivation, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management, Self-Awareness

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Liderança Fora da Caixa

    Skills you'll gain: Complex Problem Solving, Innovation, Team Leadership, Team Management, Strategic Leadership, Conflict Management, Leadership, Leadership Development, Business Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Team Motivation, People Management, Business Transformation, Virtual Teams, Critical Thinking, Professional Development, Leadership and Management, Telecommuting, Strategic Decision-Making, Team Performance Management

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    Koç University

    Çok değişkenli Fonksiyon I: Kavramlar / Multivariable Calculus I: Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Integral Calculus, Calculus, Geometry, Applied Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Derivatives, Graphing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    30 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Future Studies

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Surveys, Innovation, Simulations, Forecasting, Contingency Planning, Strategic Thinking, Simulation and Simulation Software, Process Flow Diagrams, Project Design, Systems Analysis, Corporate Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Planning, Complex Problem Solving, Business Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Analysis, Diagram Design, Verbal Communication Skills

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    ESADE Business and Law School

    La gestión en la empresa familiar

    Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Governance, Business Management, Systems Thinking, Organizational Development, Business Risk Management, Leadership, Business Systems, Relationship Management, Conflict Management, Communication, Decision Making

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    149 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Interviewing, Negotiating a Job Offer, and Career Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Interviewing Skills, Negotiation, Workforce Planning, Professional Development, Productivity, Compensation and Benefits, Recruitment, Technical Management, Communication, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Northeastern University

    Business Application of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Decision Support Systems, Process Mapping, Business Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer experience strategy (CX), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Analytics, Applied Machine Learning, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Performance Metric

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Evaluación del Aprendizaje en Escenarios Clínicos

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Patient-centered Care, Clinical Assessment, Clinical Practices, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Experience, Healthcare Ethics, Constructive Feedback, Mentorship, Decision Making

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Coursera

    Data Science Coding Challenge: Loan Default Prediction

    Skills you'll gain: Applied Machine Learning, Jupyter, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Data Manipulation, Data Preprocessing, Data Science, Model Evaluation, Data Analysis, Python Programming

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Differential Equations Part II Series Solutions: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Financing Infrastructure in African Cities: United Cities and Local Governments of Africa
  • Using AI & ChatGPT for Content: Research & Planning: Skillshare
  • Leadership : University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Liderança Fora da Caixa: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Çok deÄŸiÅŸkenli Fonksiyon I: Kavramlar / Multivariable Calculus I: Concepts: Koç University
  • Future Studies: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • La gestión en la empresa familiar: ESADE Business and Law School
  • Interviewing, Negotiating a Job Offer, and Career Planning: University of California, Irvine
  • Business Application of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare: Northeastern University

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