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    • S

      Stanford University

      Food Sustainability, Mindful Eating, and Healthy Cooking

      Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Cooking, Nutrition and Diet, Cultural Diversity, Environment, Compassion, Environmental Issue, Resourcefulness, Mindfulness, Waste Minimization, Food Safety and Sanitation, Adaptability, Environmental Science, Product Lifecycle Management, Behavioral Health, Self-Awareness, Pollution Prevention, Creativity, Decision Making, Emerging Technologies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      563 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Writing and Editing: Word Choice and Word Order

      Skills you'll gain: Writing, Storytelling, Editing, Detail Oriented, Communication, Resourcefulness, Decision Making, Creativity, Professionalism

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Critical thinking: reasoned decision making

      Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Independent Thinking, Decision Making, Strategic Thinking, Research, Complex Problem Solving, Constructive Feedback, Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      85 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Ser más creativos

      Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Design Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Curiosity, Innovation, Cognitive flexibility, Problem Solving, Dealing With Ambiguity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      T

      The University of Tokyo

      Interactive Computer Graphics

      Skills you'll gain: Visualization (Computer Graphics), Interactive Design, Computer Graphics, Computer Graphic Techniques, Human Computer Interaction, Animation and Game Design, User Interface (UI), Design, Technical Design, Algorithms, Simulations

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      305 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Deep Teaching Solutions

      Critical Thinking: A Brain-Based Guide for the ChatGPT Era

      Skills you'll gain: Deductive Reasoning, Cognitive flexibility, Logical Reasoning, Critical Thinking, Curiosity, Decision Making, Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Emotional Intelligence, Creative Thinking, Open Mindset, Complex Problem Solving, Independent Thinking, Strategic Thinking, Lifelong Learning, ChatGPT, Innovation, Systems Thinking, Social Sciences, Behavioral Economics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      90 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Negociações de sucesso: estratégias e habilidades essenciais (em Português)

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Mediation, Arbitration, Price Negotiation, Legal Strategy, Planning, Strategic Planning, Conflict Management, Communication, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.5K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Leading Teams: Building Effective Team Cultures

      Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Team Management, Team Motivation, Teamwork, Safety Culture, Diversity and Inclusion, Employee Engagement, Team Leadership, Growth Mindedness, Culture Transformation, Problem Solving, Organizational Change, Innovation, Cognitive flexibility, Systems Thinking, Adaptability, Willingness To Learn, Creativity, Leadership

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Managing Social and Human Capital

      Skills you'll gain: Human Capital, People Management, Human Resource Strategy, Leadership and Management, Decision Making, Organizational Structure, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Change, Organizational Leadership, Employee Performance Management, Team Motivation, Compensation and Benefits, Job Analysis, Talent Recruitment, Constructive Feedback

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      2.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Negociación exitosa: Estrategias y habilidades esenciales (en español)

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Mediation, Arbitration, Communication, Conflict Management, Persuasive Communication, Planning, Influencing, Decision Making, Business Ethics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.7K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Cape Town

      Becoming a changemaker: Introduction to Social Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, Innovation, Creative Thinking, Community Development, Resourcefulness, Social Justice, Systems Thinking, Diversity and Inclusion, Complex Problem Solving, Growth Mindedness, Empathy, Resilience

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Model Thinking

      Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Systems Thinking, Diversity and Inclusion, Game Theory, Innovation, Behavioral Economics, Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Social Studies, Decision Making, Network Analysis, Trend Analysis, Economics, Probability, Human Learning, Market Dynamics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Food Sustainability, Mindful Eating, and Healthy Cooking: Stanford University
    • Writing and Editing: Word Choice and Word Order: University of Michigan
    • Critical thinking: reasoned decision making: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Ser más creativos: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Interactive Computer Graphics: The University of Tokyo
    • Critical Thinking: A Brain-Based Guide for the ChatGPT Era: Deep Teaching Solutions
    • Negociações de sucesso: estratégias e habilidades essenciais (em Português): University of Michigan
    • Leading Teams: Building Effective Team Cultures: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Managing Social and Human Capital: University of Pennsylvania
    • Negociación exitosa: Estrategias y habilidades esenciales (en español): University of Michigan

    Frequently Asked Questions about Problem Solving

    Problem-solving is the act of using different methods to find the answer to an issue or question. The process of problem-solving involves determining the nature of the problem you need to solve, deciding the right steps to take to solve that problem, and enacting those steps to come to a solution. Human beings throughout time have used problem-solving to understand and make sense of the world around them.‎

    Problem-solving is a useful skill that you can apply to your career as well as to other areas of your life. Having a grasp of problem-solving skills gives you the ability to fix issues in your home or office, assess risk when making decisions, and improve the performance of your team in the workplace. The more you practice your problem-solving skills, the more effective they will become. You can continue to utilize and develop your problem-solving capacities in every area of your life.‎

    The top careers that rely on problem-solving include nursing, teaching, accounting, social work, and various careers in business. The medical field provides plenty of opportunities for problem-solving skills at work, and the legal profession is also well-suited for those who like to exercise problem-solving methods. Accountants and auditors use numbers to solve problems, and people in social sciences attempt to address the problems that plague human behavior. Corporate executives often have to solve problems involving various departments within the companies they run.‎

    Online courses on Coursera can help you gain a thorough knowledge of the skills and methods of problem-solving from of the basics of problem-solving to more specific topics, such as how to provide problem-solving to creative enterprises, how to use certain software programs to aid in your problem-solving, and problem-solving in the healthcare industry. You might learn how to convert challenges into opportunities, use Excel to facilitate problem-solving, and employ problem-solving in Python programming and video games.‎

    Online Problem Solving courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Problem Solving skills. Choose from a wide range of Problem Solving courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Problem Solving, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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