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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Pre-Calculus

      Skills you'll gain: Integral Calculus, Trigonometry, Calculus, Algebra, General Mathematics, Arithmetic, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Graphing, Derivatives, Problem Solving

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

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Methods for Solving Problems

      Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Computational Thinking, Statistical Modeling, Probability Distribution, Behavioral Economics, Algorithms, Analytical Skills, Psychology

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      182 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Estilos de Liderazgo: opciones para avanzar en desafíos complejos

      Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Initiative and Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Complex Problem Solving, Adaptability, Systems Thinking, Leadership, Business Risk Management, Dealing With Ambiguity, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Mindfulness, Experimentation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Machine Learning With Big Data

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Big Data, Apache Spark, Box Plots, Applied Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Scatter Plots, Data Processing, Data Transformation, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Data Cleansing, Predictive Modeling, Data Quality

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Managing the Organization

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Business Ethics, Organizational Effectiveness, Decision Making, People Management, Organizational Change, Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Change Management, Influencing, Culture, Strategic Thinking, People Analytics

      Build toward a degree

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

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      Fractal Analytics

      Leadership Strategies for AI and Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Problem Solving, Human Centered Design, Data Ethics, Data Strategy, Data Governance, Data Quality, Design Thinking, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness, Business Leadership, Business Strategy, Critical Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Strategic Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Information Privacy, Thought Leadership, Project Implementation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      163 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Accounting for Decision Making

      Skills you'll gain: Accounting, General Accounting, Financial Statements, Fixed Asset, Financial Statement Analysis, Accounts Receivable, Decision Making

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      470 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Design: Creation of Artifacts in Society

      Skills you'll gain: Design Reviews, Peer Review, Design, Human Centered Design, Design Thinking, Aesthetics, Design Research, Problem Solving, Creative Problem-Solving, Needs Assessment, Brainstorming, Constructive Feedback

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      342 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Types of Conflict

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Relationship Management, Mediation, Negotiation, Employee Engagement, Collaboration, Assertiveness, Stress Management, Leadership Studies, Communication Strategies, Problem Solving, Communication, Active Listening

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Homeland Security and Cybersecurity

      Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Security Policies, Public Safety and National Security, Cyber Risk, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Risk Management Framework, Threat Modeling, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Governance, Security Management, Continuous Monitoring, Vulnerability Assessments, Incident Response, Security Strategy, Mobile Security, Threat Management, Legal Risk

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      627 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Software Development Processes and Methodologies

      Skills you'll gain: Software Development Methodologies, Agile Methodology, Software Engineering, Agile Software Development, Application Deployment, Software Development Life Cycle, Verification And Validation, Systems Development Life Cycle, User Research, Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Systems Development, Software Architecture, User Requirements Documents, Requirements Analysis, Release Management, Software Testing, Waterfall Methodology

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

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      Lund University

      Artificial Intelligence: Ethics & Societal Challenges

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Social Justice, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Policy Analysis, Algorithms, Information Privacy, Political Sciences, Governance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      294 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Pre-Calculus: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Methods for Solving Problems: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Estilos de Liderazgo: opciones para avanzar en desafíos complejos: Universidad de los Andes
    • Machine Learning With Big Data: University of California San Diego
    • Managing the Organization: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Leadership Strategies for AI and Generative AI: Fractal Analytics
    • Accounting for Decision Making: University of Michigan
    • Design: Creation of Artifacts in Society: University of Pennsylvania
    • Types of Conflict: University of California, Irvine
    • Homeland Security and Cybersecurity: University of Colorado System

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