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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

    Debug ML Code: Fix, Trace & Evaluate

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Testing, Debugging, Unit Testing, Test Case, Code Review, Root Cause Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Copenhagen Business School

    An Introduction to Consumer Neuroscience & Neuromarketing

    Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Psychology, Decision Making, Brand Management, Human Learning, Customer Insights, Market Research, Business Ethics, Marketing, Advertising, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Psychology, Data Collection

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    PracticalGrowth

    Meeting Mastery: Clear Outcomes, Better Decisions

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Taking Meeting Minutes, Follow Through, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Collaboration, Planning, Brainstorming, Virtual Teams, Goal Setting, Conflict Management, Process Improvement, Time Management, Communication Strategies, Accountability, Workplace inclusivity, Business Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Optimize Project Timelines with Jira Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Work Breakdown Structure, Timelines, Jira (Software), Project Schedules, Project Scoping, Dependency Analysis, Scheduling, Planning, Project Planning, Project Management, Project Risk Management, User Story, Capacity Planning, Agile Project Management, Resource Allocation, Capacity Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Analyze and Apply Cost & Performance Management Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Management Accounting, Forecasting, Cost Accounting, Budget Management, Budgeting, Performance Measurement, Variance Analysis, Internal Controls, Performance Management, Cost Control, Cost Management, Operating Budget, Management Reporting, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Resource Allocation, Cost Estimation, Financial Controls, Risk Management, Financial Analysis, Customer Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Cybersecurity for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Attacks, Threat Modeling, Telecommunications, Computer Security Awareness Training, Enterprise Security, General Networking, Exploitation techniques, Public Safety and National Security, Exploit development, Governance, Political Sciences

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Asana Advanced: Portfolio, Dashboards & Planning at Scale

    Skills you'll gain: Resource Allocation, Timelines, Project Performance, Project Portfolio Management, Root Cause Analysis, Resource Management, Dashboard, Project Coordination, Power BI, Stakeholder Communications, Project Schedules, Management Reporting, Financial Data, Problem Management, Variance Analysis, Project Management Software, Project Management, Capacity Planning, Portfolio Management, Strategic Planning

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Leading Teams: Developing as a Leader

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Leadership Development, Business Ethics, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Trustworthiness, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Lifelong Learning, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Leadership and Management, Professional Development, Courage, Growth Mindedness, Emotional Intelligence, Decision Making, Relationship Building, Self-Awareness, People Development

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Speaking and Presenting: Pitches and Persuasion

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Cognitive flexibility, Ingenuity, Communication, Creativity, Optimism, Problem Solving, Rapport Building, Resilience, Research, Cultural Diversity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Apply Excel Skills for Data Analysis Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Data Entry, Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard, Data Analysis, Data Management, Business Analytics, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Productivity Software, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Presentation, Trend Analysis, Graphing, Decision Making, Data Manipulation, Debugging

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Automate, Analyze, and Database Administration

    Skills you'll gain: Database Architecture and Administration, Database Administration, Data Maintenance, Operational Databases, Relational Databases, Capacity Planning, Database Management, Data Integrity, Application Performance Management, Disaster Recovery, Data Validation, Performance Tuning, Problem Management, Demand Planning, SQL, Data Access, Forecasting, Resource Planning, Performance Analysis

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Analyze Strategic Management and Business Policy Ecosystems

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Strategy, Business Strategy, Stakeholder Management, Business Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Planning, Business Consulting, Corporate Strategy, Systems Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Debug ML Code: Fix, Trace & Evaluate: Coursera
  • An Introduction to Consumer Neuroscience & Neuromarketing : Copenhagen Business School
  • Meeting Mastery: Clear Outcomes, Better Decisions: PracticalGrowth
  • Optimize Project Timelines with Jira Mastery: Coursera
  • Analyze and Apply Cost & Performance Management Concepts: EDUCBA
  • Cybersecurity for Everyone: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Asana Advanced: Portfolio, Dashboards & Planning at Scale: Coursera
  • Leading Teams: Developing as a Leader: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Speaking and Presenting: Pitches and Persuasion: University of Michigan
  • Apply Excel Skills for Data Analysis Foundations: EDUCBA

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