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      Duke University

      Java Programming: Solving Problems with Software

      Skills you'll gain: Java, Debugging, Java Programming, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Data Processing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Problem Solving, Data Analysis, Solution Design, Data Manipulation, Statistical Methods, Descriptive Statistics

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Washington

      Dynamic Public Speaking

      Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Oral Expression, Presentations, Persuasive Communication, Microsoft PowerPoint, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Peer Review, Performing Arts, Writing, Communication, Motivational Skills, Writing and Editing, Communication Strategies, Concision, Target Audience, Constructive Feedback, Non-Verbal Communication, Problem Solving, Empathy

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Intuit

      Intuit Academy Bookkeeping

      Skills you'll gain: Bookkeeping, Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Inventory Accounting, Reconciliation, Sales Tax, Income Statement, General Ledger, Payroll Tax, Financial Analysis, Fixed Asset, General Accounting, Balance Sheet, Accounts Receivable, Accounting, Accounting Software, Financial Accounting, Accounting Records, Property Accounting, Payroll

      4.6
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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Multiple educators

      Object Oriented Programming in Java

      Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Event-Driven Programming, Unit Testing, Java, Java Programming, Data Structures, Performance Tuning, Debugging, Data Visualization Software, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Interactive Data Visualization, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Design, Software Engineering, Cryptography, Algorithms, Problem Solving, Data Analysis, Software Design

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      15K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IESE Business School

      Parte 2: Design Thinking para la formulación de problemas

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, User Research, Qualitative Research, Customer experience strategy (CX), Human Centered Design, Empathy, Problem Solving, Needs Assessment, Persona Development, Interviewing Skills

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Professional Skills for the Workplace

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Problem Solving, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Active Listening, Adaptability, Social Skills, Brainstorming, Critical Thinking, Resilience, Creative Problem-Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Stress Management, Constructive Feedback, Compassion, Productivity, Overcoming Obstacles, Professional Development, Positivity, Growth Strategies

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      SAS

      Statistical Thinking for Industrial Problem Solving, presented by JMP

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Experimentation, Statistics, Correlation Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Methods, Statistical Inference, Data Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Descriptive Statistics, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Process Controls, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, Probability & Statistics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      98 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Introductory C Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, C (Programming Language), Algorithms, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Program Development, Unit Testing, System Programming, Development Testing, Test Case, Software Architecture, Software Testing, Software Development, Simulations, Maintainability, Computer Programming, Command-Line Interface, Software Engineering, Software Design, Problem Solving

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Cómo resolver problemas y tomar decisiones con eficacia

      Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Systems Thinking, Graphing, Analytical Skills, Root Cause Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Virginia

      Design Thinking for Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, Ideation, Storytelling, Creative Problem-Solving, Market Opportunities, Human Centered Design, New Product Development, Data Visualization, User Experience Design, Strategic Thinking

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      حل المشكلات بطريقة إبداعية | Creative Problem Solving

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Brainstorming, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Root Cause Analysis, Analysis, Prioritization

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      198 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Generative AI for Java and Spring Developers

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Application Deployment, Software Engineering, AI Personalization, Software Development, Software Testing, Data Ethics, DevSecOps, Test Case, Prototyping, Maintainability, Application Development, Application Frameworks, CI/CD, Java, Artificial Intelligence, Java Programming

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Java Programming: Solving Problems with Software: Duke University
    • Dynamic Public Speaking: University of Washington
    • Intuit Academy Bookkeeping: Intuit
    • Object Oriented Programming in Java: Duke University
    • Parte 2: Design Thinking para la formulación de problemas: IESE Business School
    • Professional Skills for the Workplace: University of California, Davis
    • Statistical Thinking for Industrial Problem Solving, presented by JMP: SAS
    • Introductory C Programming: Duke University
    • Cómo resolver problemas y tomar decisiones con eficacia: University of California, Irvine
    • Design Thinking for Innovation: University of Virginia

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