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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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    Amazon Web Services

    Automation in the AWS Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), AWS CloudFormation, Scripting, Bash (Scripting Language), Amazon Web Services, Command-Line Interface, Configuration Management, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Automation, Shell Script, Continuous Monitoring, Cloud Management, Continuous Integration, Patch Management, Software Testing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    79 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Duke University

    Data Engineering with Rust

    Skills you'll gain: Data Pipelines, Rust (Programming Language), Restful API, Amazon Web Services, Cloud API, Data Structures, Data Processing, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud Applications, Real Time Data, Data Manipulation, System Programming, Cryptography, Encryption, Python Programming, Command-Line Interface, Software Testing

    3.4
    Rating, 3.4 out of 5 stars
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    61 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Northeastern University

    Machine Learning in Healthcare: Fundamentals & Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Health Informatics, Big Data, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Random Forest Algorithm, Responsible AI, Deep Learning, Model Evaluation, Unsupervised Learning, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Algorithms, Data Cleansing, Artificial Neural Networks

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Accounting for Business Decision Making: Strategy Assessment and Control

    Skills you'll gain: Management Accounting, Performance Measurement, Organizational Strategy, Capacity Management, Cost Accounting, Performance Metric, Financial Accounting, Budget Management, Accounting, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Financial Controls, Budgeting, Resource Allocation, Price Negotiation, Variance Analysis, Decision Making

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    117 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    T

    The University of Edinburgh

    Intellectual Humility: Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Critical Thinking, Research, Diversity Awareness, Open Mindset, Emotional Intelligence, Decision Making

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    153 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    L

    London Business School

    New Ways of Working in an AI World

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Leadership Studies, Organizational Leadership, Responsible AI, Business Transformation, Data Strategy, Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Technology Strategies, Business Strategy, Business Ethics, Case Studies, Decision Making

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    52 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Gestión con enfoque en riesgos en proyectos de desarrollo

    Skills you'll gain: Project Risk Management, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Continuous Monitoring, Project Management, Project Planning, Decision Making, Stakeholder Communications, Prioritization

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    98 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    U

    Universidad de Palermo

    Fundamentos del Management

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Business Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Decision Making, Business Management, Management Training And Development, Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Agile Project Management, Business Planning, Constructive Feedback, Goal Setting, Business Strategy, Digital Transformation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    183 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    The University of Sydney

    Introduction to Advanced Calculus

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

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    23 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free
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    Coursera

    Data Science Challenge

    Skills you'll gain: Applied Machine Learning, Jupyter, Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Data Science, Python Programming, Predictive Analytics, Data Analysis, Technical Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    199 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
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    S

    Scrimba

    Learn JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: JSON, Event-Driven Programming, Javascript, Mobile Development, Data Structures, Application Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Video Game Development, Web Applications, Data Persistence, Scripting, Computer Programming, Front-End Web Development, Web Development, Debugging

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    148 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    F

    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, Business Transformation, Diagram Design

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Automation in the AWS Cloud: Amazon Web Services
  • Data Engineering with Rust: Duke University
  • Machine Learning in Healthcare: Fundamentals & Applications: Northeastern University
  • Accounting for Business Decision Making: Strategy Assessment and Control: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Intellectual Humility: Practice: The University of Edinburgh
  • New Ways of Working in an AI World: London Business School
  • Gestión con enfoque en riesgos en proyectos de desarrollo: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Fundamentos del Management: Universidad de Palermo
  • Introduction to Advanced Calculus: The University of Sydney
  • Data Science Challenge: Coursera

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