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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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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Cybersecurity Risk Management Across Critical Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Risk, Risk Management, Cyber Attacks, Risk Mitigation, Business Risk Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Stakeholder Communications, Operational Risk, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Security Management, Risk Analysis, Cyber Security Assessment, Threat Modeling, Risk Modeling, Governance, Vulnerability Assessments, Information Privacy, Estimation

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    IBM

    System Administration with IBM AIX: Beyond the Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Job Control Language (JCL), Unix, Package and Software Management, Systems Administration, TCP/IP, Operating System Administration, Disaster Recovery, System Software, Operating Systems, Data Storage, Software Installation, Debugging, System Configuration, Network Administration

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    University of Minnesota

    Causal Inference Project Ideation

    Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Research Design, A/B Testing, Business Analysis, Analytical Skills, Process Mapping, Statistical Methods, Research Methodologies, Business Research, Complex Problem Solving, Project Design, Statistical Inference, Data Ethics, Prioritization, Project Planning

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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, Conflict Management, Critical Thinking, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategy, Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Simplilearn

    Deep Learning Frameworks and Neural Networks Simplified

    Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Model Deployment, Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, Tensorflow, Artificial Neural Networks, Convolutional Neural Networks, Application Frameworks, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Methods, Image Analysis, Data Preprocessing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Illinois Tech

    Systems Integration - Bachelor's

    Skills you'll gain: DevSecOps, DevOps, User Centered Design, Usability, Systems Integration, User Experience Design, Continuous Delivery, Systems Development, System Implementation, Human Computer Interaction, Continuous Integration, Application Security, Agile Methodology, Data Ethics, Information Systems, Secure Coding, Security Testing, User Feedback, Project Management Software, Database Management Systems

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    As Competências do Líder Exponencial

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Conflict Management, Leadership, Business Leadership, Team Leadership, Business Transformation, Organizational Leadership, Complex Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Adaptability, Creative Thinking, Digital Transformation, Agile Product Development, New Business Development, Emerging Technologies

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Microeconomics: Foundations and Insights

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Game Theory, Economic Development, Market Dynamics, Socioeconomics, Behavioral Economics, Business Economics, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Decision Making, Market Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Supply And Demand, Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Competitive Analysis, Production Planning, Critical Thinking, Resource Allocation

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    IBM

    z/OS System Services Structure

    Skills you'll gain: z/OS, Operating Systems, System Programming, Mainframe Computing, System Monitoring, Performance Tuning, System Configuration, OS Process Management, Data Storage, Systems Architecture, Capacity Management, Problem Management, Disaster Recovery, Computer Architecture, Data Access

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    القيادة

    Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Business Ethics, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Decision Making, Waterfall Methodology, Leadership, Self-Motivation, Initiative and Leadership, Communication, Management Training And Development, Project Design, Project Management

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    FAIR Institute

    Practical Applications of FAIRâ„¢ for Cyber Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Risk, Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Analysis, Risk Modeling, Threat Modeling, Business Risk Management, Compliance Management, Incident Response, Stakeholder Communications, Continuous Improvement Process, Compliance Reporting, Decision Making, Financial Analysis

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    Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

    Exploring AI Possibilities

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, AI Product Strategy, Leadership, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Ethical Standards And Conduct, LLM Application, Generative AI, Decision Making

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

  • Cybersecurity Risk Management Across Critical Systems: University of Maryland, College Park
  • System Administration with IBM AIX: Beyond the Basics: IBM
  • Causal Inference Project Ideation: University of Minnesota
  • Intro to Managing Ethics in the Workplace & Marketplace: Northeastern University
  • Deep Learning Frameworks and Neural Networks Simplified: Simplilearn
  • Systems Integration - Bachelor's: Illinois Tech
  • As Competências do Líder Exponencial: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Microeconomics: Foundations and Insights: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • z/OS System Services Structure: IBM
  • القيادة : University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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